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French teacher, Stacy Mielke's phone caddy where students keep their phones during lessons

Legislation to regulate cell phones at school: Pros + Cons

A bill that requires all Nebraska public schools to have a cell phone policy by the 25-26 school year has officially been passed on Wednesday, May 14. Though the rules and regulations are primarily up...

EDITORIAL: A tech in the right direction

EDITORIAL: A tech in the right direction

Caitlyn Ybarra, Editor in Chief October 15, 2024

In recent years, Papio South has utilized new technology by introducing digital solutions such as an online pass system and online tickets while restricting other forms such as phone use in classrooms....

Freshman Alissa Lupo and Sophomore Piper Dougherty working on homework in 4th hour study hall.

Study hall shifts focus from phones to work

Dillon Sedgeman, Staff Reporter October 8, 2024

A new stricter policy prohibits phone use during study hall to focus more on academics.  Assistant principal Brent Gehring explained the intended impact on students: “We hope to get their homework...

Glucose monitoring apps depend on phone access to help diabetic students track and control their internal blood sugar levels.

Hold the phone

Lydia Farmer, Associate Editor October 8, 2024

For most students, the new phone policies might just seem like stricter versions of the old ones. However, for students who struggle with mental illnesses and medical conditions, phone access can affect...

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