05-07-2025
Cumberland County Schools wants your feedback on student cellphone use
Cumberland County Schools wants public feedback on a proposed policy governing student cellphone use.
The school system drafted its policy in accordance with North Carolina House Bill 959, which was signed into law by Gov. Josh Stein on July 1, according to a news release. The law requires all North Carolina public school districts to adopt a consistent policy on student devices starting with the 2025-26 school year, the release said.
Cumberland County Schools' proposed policy aims "to reduce distractions, protect instructional time and support safe, respectful learning environments across all grade levels. It outlines expectations for student use of personal devices such as cellphones, earbuds and smartwatches, with reasonable exceptions for students with medical needs, individual learning plans or safety supports."
The school district is asking for input from students, teachers, families and community members by 5 p.m. July 21, the release said. Input will be compiled and shared with the Cumberland County Board of Education's Policy Committee before its Aug. 5 meeting.
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This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Student cellphone use: Cumberland County Schools wants public input
