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MCPS 'Away All Day' phone policy expansion to high schools
Montgomery County
Summary
The Board of Education passed a resolution July 16 to measure and report how much time students spend on screens and to develop guidance for K-5 use, with middle and high school guidance to follow.
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Last discussed Jul 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Families and teachers who want clearer limits on classroom screen use, starting with elementary grades.
⚠️Who could be affected
High school students and some parents who may prefer more flexible phone access during the school day.
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