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Screens are leaving schools fast, though some students with disabilities rely on them
Students with disabilities like dyslexia rely on assistive technologies in schools, but nationwide efforts to reduce screen time threaten access to these tools. Over 30 states have banned cellphones in schools, and some propose removing laptops and tablets, raising concerns about excluding students with disabilities from the conversation.
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