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New Jersey Commission Proposes School-Wide Cell Phone Ban
A New Jersey state commission has recommended a full "bell-to-bell" ban on student cell phones in schools, citing concerns over mental health and academic focus.
Grace Hammond
Grace Hammond is a public policy correspondent who covers state legislation impacting K-12 education and community safety. She specializes in reporting on how new laws affect school districts, students, and local communities.
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California Enacts New Laws Limiting ICE on School Campuses
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Kentucky Adopts SAT for State College Admissions Exam by 2026
Kentucky will replace the ACT with the SAT for its state-funded college admissions exam starting in spring 2026, a move expected to save $350,000 annually.
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Greensboro Parents Demand Faster School Lockdown Alerts
Parents in Greensboro are demanding faster emergency alerts after two schools went on lockdown due to a nearby shooting, with some notified an hour late.
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Minnesota School Meal Program Serves 151 Million Meals in Year Two
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Texas Law Targets Unruly Fans at High School Sporting Events
A new Texas law, Senate Bill 2929, now allows officials to eject disruptive fans from high school sports without warning to combat rising abuse.