Auburn City School District’s new policy banning cell phone use during school hours is drawing mixed reactions from parents as it takes effect on Tuesday. The district says the move aims to improve student engagement and social interaction by prohibiting phones from arrival to dismissal.
Some parents have voiced concerns about safety, fearing delayed communication during emergencies. Others support the change believing it addresses classroom distractions. Others have said it will improve social skills of students.
Violating the policy could result in phone confiscation and parent meetings.
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