Local Texas news station WFAA announced new regulations surrounding cellphone usage, the placement of religious items in classrooms, and other unique bans that will take effect officially on September 1, 2025. The article notes the various bills for the school year, which have sparked an uproar across social media among both Texas residents and those in other areas.
The cell phone ban, in particular, will now force students to print physical copies of their class schedules and other academic materials instead of using their phones. Students are no longer allowed to access technological devices during the school day or on school property, including personal tablets, Apple Watches, and other tech devices not already authorized by the school for use.
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