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Texas Cellphone Ban Yields Fewer Classroom Distractions; Arlington ISD Reports Early Success

ARLINGTON, Texas — Nearly three months after the implementation of the new statewide Texas school cellphone ban, district leaders across North Texas are reporting noticeable improvements in classroom focus and student engagement. This early positive feedback aligns with new academic research suggesting that the policy could lead to significant gains in test scores and attendance […] Arlington Network …

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Sam Houston High School Lockdown Triggered by Toy Gun Photo, Two Students Charged

ARLINGTON, TX — Sam Houston High School was placed under an urgent lockdown Friday morning after the Arlington Police Department (APD) was alerted to a potential threat circulating on social media. The incident, which caused widespread disruption and fear, concluded with the arrest of two juvenile students. The lockdown was initiated following an online post […] Arlington Network …