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St. Vrain Valley parents push back on smartwatch ban
Original: St. Vrain Valley parents push back on school day smartwatch ban
Parents in Colorado's St. Vrain Valley School District are objecting to a ban on smartwatches during the school day. The policy, aimed at limiting distractions and communication devices in classrooms, has drawn criticism from families who say the watches help them stay in touch with their children. The debate echoes wider disputes across US districts over phones and wearables in schools.
Why now: The district's device ban has sparked immediate parent opposition, joining a broader national debate over classroom technology restrictions.
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- St. Vrain Valley parents push back on school day smartwatch ban · Longmont Times-Call
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