OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Multiple metro schools are implementing a cell phone ban for students this school year.
Oklahoma City Public Schools, Edmond Public Schools, Putnam City Schools and El Reno Public Schools have added this new policy to their rule books.
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The policy says that students will no longer be permitted to use personal electronic devices throughout the entire school day, or from “bell to bell”. This comes after Senate Bill 139 passed through the Oklahoma Legislature.
Cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, and similar devices will not be allowed to be used, accessed, or displayed by students during the day, including class time, passing periods, and lunch…