Jackson Public School District
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The debate over phones, screens and the school day.
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How artificial intelligence is changing classrooms and school rules.
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Students speaking up, organizing and helping shape their schools.
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Staff presented a 2026-27 budget with about $137 million in operating revenue, 32% local, 52% state and 8% federal, not counting bond money. The board approved it on July 20, 2026. Teachers are getting a $2,000 state pay raise.
The 2026-27 handbook says phones must be turned off and kept out of sight in bags during class unless a teacher and principal allow them. Smartwatches and AI glasses must also be off. Penalties rise from a warning to losing the phone until the end of the school year.
Pearl's 2026-27 handbook allows instructional use under direct staff supervision but sets escalating consequences for other use.
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