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NY teachers report less bullying and more social interaction after smartphone restrictions

A statewide survey of 585 New York teachers and principals found strong support for the state’s school cellphone ban, with 80% of respondents saying the policy has produced positive results and 76% reporting improvements in student behavior and classroom engagement. The survey, released as the first full school year under New York’s “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban draws to a close, found educators observed students participating more in class discussions, following directions more effectively, and interacting more with their peers. Eighty percent said the ban had strengthened social connections among students, while 60% reported declines in both in-person and online bullying. Since the policy took effect in September 2025, educators say students have increasingly turned to alternative activities, including board games and digital cameras, rather than spending free time on smartphones. School officials also reported seeing more face-to-face interaction in hallways and cafeterias.

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UC professors seek SAT return

More than 1,100 University of California math and science professors are urging UC regents to reinstate college-entrance exams, arguing that weaker student preparation is straining instructors, lowering standards and limiting teaching resources. Their open letter says nearly one-third of first-semester calculus students at UC Berkeley showed “severe preparation deficits,” while a UC San Diego faculty report found remedial math placements rose from 0.5% to 8.5% between 2020 and 2025. The professors wrote: “UC has finite resources and can help only so many students.” The appeal comes as some selective universities restore testing requirements, while UC remains test free. Faculty warned that unresolved gaps could lengthen degree paths, reduce STEM completion and weaken California’s skilled technology workforce.

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Funding woes plague Texas schools

Public school leaders in Texas are set to discuss ongoing financial challenges despite a significant influx of nearly $8.5bn in funding last year. Many districts, like El Paso, are grappling with severe budget shortfalls, with El Paso facing a $53m deficit. The Texas House Public Education Committee will examine the impact of House Bill 2, which aimed to enhance teacher pay and special education funding. However, declining enrollment and inconsistent legislative funding have exacerbated the crisis. "Public schools receive funding based on attendance," which means fewer students lead to reduced funding. The new voucher program, launching next school year, could further strain resources as it may lead to additional student departures from public schools.

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Florida
Lawmakers reshape tax proposal

State lawmakers substantially narrowed Gov. Ron DeSantis’ property tax proposal by protecting school funding, local officials and public services from the measure. Homeowners would still pay property taxes that support schools, while local offices such as clerks of court and elections supervisors would continue receiving property tax funding. Sen. Jay Trumbull said: “I, for one, can’t support removing billions of dollars from public education today.” Committees also removed language about a state fund for local governments and cut DeSantis’ proposed $5.5m voter-notice plan. Critics from fire departments, cities, counties, libraries and Florida TaxWatch warned the amendment could reduce services, shift costs and leave major questions unanswered before voters consider it in November.

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