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What a Cell Phone Ban Might Mean for Needham Schools
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What a Cell Phone Ban Might Mean for Needham Schools

August 4, 2025 • The MA Senate passed legislation that would restrict student cell phone use in the state’s public schools during the school day....

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Surveys Indicate Parent-Student Disconnect on Cell Phones
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Surveys Indicate Parent-Student Disconnect on Cell Phones

March 19, 2025 • Following research and feedback from the school community, administrators suggested how different grade levels could manage phone use in their schools....

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Needham High Adapts to New Phone Rule
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Needham High Adapts to New Phone Rule

September 23, 2024 • After a push for stronger action around phone use in school, NHS now requires every class to use phone holders during...

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Community Weighs Value of Phones in Schools
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Community Weighs Value of Phones in Schools

July 29, 2024 • Locals are advocating for stricter policies around phone use in Needham Public Schools following teacher frustrations and students’ negative relationship with...

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