HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Now that Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 1481, which restricts the use of electronics in schools, ValleyCentral is looking at how some districts will enforce this law this school year.

La Joya ISD

Beginning in the 2025–26 school year, students will not be allowed to use cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, or similar electronic devices during the instructional day from arrival to dismissal.

At the elementary level, students will keep devices in backpacks, cubbies, or areas designated by teachers. At middle and high school campuses, students will use locking pouches provided by the district and keep them stored away in their backpacks.

Alternative campuses, such as HOPE and College & Career Center, will prohibit possession of personal devices

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