POLITICSJul 22 · 17:49 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCOSophie Silletto

OUSD bans cell phones during school hours

The Oakland Unified School District will ban cell phone use during school hours starting in the 2026-2027 school year. Students will not be allowed to use their cell phones during school time under the new mandate.

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