Texas School Districts Implement New Cell Phone Ban Under House Bill 1481
KHOU 11September 5, 20252 min1,432 views
3 connectionsΒ·5 entities in this videoβNew Texas Law on Student Cell Phone Use
- π± A new Texas law, House Bill 1481, prohibits K-12 students from using personal communication devices during the school day in public schools.
- π― School districts are required to develop and enforce policies that go beyond just cell phones, impacting various personal electronic devices.
Lamar CISD Cell Phone Policy
- π΅ Lamar CISD's policy prohibits the use of cell phones, two-way radios, smartwatches, smart glasses, headphones, and AirPods.
- β Students violating the policy will have their devices confiscated, requiring a parent or guardian to retrieve them.
- β οΈ A fifth violation of Lamar CISD's policy could result in the student being sent to an alternative learning center.
Cy-Fair ISD Cell Phone Policy
- π« Cy-Fair ISD is also banning similar items including cell phones, iPads, and smartwatches, requiring all devices to be turned off and stored in a student's personal bag or backpack.
- π©Ί Exceptions to Cy-Fair ISD's rules allow device usage for medical reasons or for district-provided educational devices like tablets.
- π« Parents in Cy-Fair ISD should check with their individual schools regarding specific disciplinary consequences for violations.
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