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East End Schools Respond to Governor Hochul's Proposal To Ban Student Cellphone Use

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Governor Kathy Hochul launches her statewide push for distraction-free schools on January 22. Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Kathy Hochul launches her statewide push for distraction-free schools on January 22. Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Kathy Hochul launches her statewide push for distraction-free schools on January 22. Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul

Governor Kathy Hochul launches her statewide push for distraction-free schools on January 22. Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul

authorCailin Riley on Jan 29, 2025
Big changes could be on the horizon when it comes to student access to cellphones during the school day on the East End — and throughout the entire state —... more

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