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KY Teacher Communication Law: SB 181 Explained

As Kentucky students return to classrooms, a new law is reshaping the way teachers and coaches can interact with them. Senate Bill 181, passed during the legislative session, seeks to establish clear boundaries and accountability in communications between students and school personnel. This legislation aims to prevent potential misconduct by restricting the use of personal […]

Texas Schools’ Coastal Bend Cell Phone Ban

Coastal Bend Schools Navigate New Cell Phone Restrictions A new Texas law aimed at curbing student cell phone use during the school day is prompting Coastal Bend schools to re-evaluate and revise their existing policies. As the 2025-26 academic year approaches, districts are exploring various strategies to comply with the legislation, ranging from complete bans […]

East Texas School Cell Phone Ban: District-by-District Breakdown

Across Texas, public schools are preparing to implement new policies restricting the use of cell phones and other electronic devices following the passage of House Bill 1481. This legislation, passed by the Texas House and Senate, mandates stricter regulations on student access to personal communication devices during the school day. As the new school year […]