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School Board Moves Forward with Controversial Cell Phone Policy

October 09, 2024 | Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington


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School Board Moves Forward with Controversial Cell Phone Policy
In a recent government meeting, officials moved forward with the approval of Resolution 242506, which authorizes the acceptance of the Johnson Property Quick Claim. The resolution passed unanimously after a brief discussion, with no questions raised by board members.

Following the resolution, the board shifted its focus to the student cell phone policy and procedure. A summary of a recent survey conducted among stakeholders revealed significant engagement, with 171 responses received. The survey aimed to gather feedback on the mobile device policy, which has been a topic of ongoing discussion.

Key findings from the survey indicated that 91% of respondents had no edits to the definition of a mobile device, while 66.2% supported the current mobile device usage guidelines in classrooms. However, opinions were more divided regarding a proposed consistent policy for high school students, with 52.6% in favor and 47.4% opposed.

The board acknowledged the high level of participation and the thoughtful feedback provided, with 82.7% of respondents generally in favor of the proposed edits to the policy. Board members were encouraged to review the comments and submit any additional edits over the next two weeks, as the policy is expected to be finalized and voted on in the upcoming meeting.

The discussion highlighted the board's commitment to refining the mobile device policy based on community input, reflecting a proactive approach to addressing the needs and concerns of students, parents, and staff.

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