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Colorado Districts Roll Out Cellphone Policies

Summary

A Colorado law passed last year requires all school districts to adopt cellphone policies without mandating bans. The 20 largest districts have implemented varied rules on student device use during school hours. Policies range from limited restrictions to more comprehensive guidelines.

Key Points

  • State law mandates cellphone policies but allows local flexibility
  • Largest districts adopted diverse approaches without full bans
  • Rules address student phone access during instructional time

Implications for Educational Freedom

No direct implications.

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