Texas Education Chief Advocates for Statewide Cellphone Ban in Schools Amidst Academic Concerns
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath proposed a statewide school cellphone ban, citing harm to students' academic and mental health.
TEA commissioner endorses statewide cell phone ban policy in classrooms
The debate over whether cell phones should be allowed in classrooms is something state lawmakers may weigh in.
Texas Official Calls for Cellphone Ban in Schools, Citing 'Harmful' Effects
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath said that cellphone use in schools has an "extremely harmful" impact on students.
TEA Commissioner pushes to ban phones in Texas schools, citing distractions despite safety concerns
During times of crisis on campus, many students call their parents. Now, that's part of the reason for pushback in TEA Commissioner Mike Morath's call for Texas lawmakers to ban phones in the classrooms.
Texas Education Commissioner wants to ban cell phones in schools
The top education official in Texas says cell phones don’t belong in the classroom. He cited research showing phones in the classroom are a distraction for students.
Education commissioner calls for cellphone ban in Texas schools
While discussing recent student performance in key skills testing, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath told the members of the Texas Senate Committee on Education Wednesday that he would encourage them to pursue this as a policy during next year's session.
No more cell phones? TEA Commissioner wants statewide school ban
Students in Texas schools might face the possibility of no cell phones allowed in schools after the TEA suggested a statewide ban.
Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools
Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath on Wednesday said next year lawmakers should ban the use of cellphones in public schools across the state.
Texas education commissioner talks public education needs at Tuloso-Midway ISD event
Tuloso-Midway ISD held its State of the District event Thursday, including remarks from Texas Education Agency head Mike ...
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Judge blocks Texas Education Agency from releasing school ratings
The Texas Education Agency can't release A-F grades while a lawsuit brought be a handful of school districts moves forward.
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Dozens of Texas school districts press state to suspend new student data reporting system
The superintendents said they haven’t received enough support from the state or time to fix errors the system generated.
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Texas Triumphs as 541 Schools Earn Prestigious Purple Star Designation for Commitment to Military Families
Texas Governor announces 541 schools awarded the Purple Star for military support, a 202% increase, reflecting the state’s ...
Virginia Democrats introduce bill to restrict school cellphone use
Virginia Senate Democrats introduced a bill to restrict cellphone use in schools, following Governor Youngkin's guidance.