POLICY #7316: THE USE OF INTERNET-ENABLED DEVICES DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
New York State Education Law 2803, signed into effect in May 2025, prohibits the use of personal internet-enabled devices during the school day and on school grounds. As a result, and like every public school district in New York, the Gowanda Central School District has adopted Board Policy #7316 to comply with the new law.
A LETTER TO FAMILIES ABOUT THE USE OF INTERNET-ENABLED DEVICES FROM AUGUST 2025
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
We know this change may feel challenging for students and families. To support you, we encourage visiting ParentGuidance.org, which offers free parent courses such as:
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How Digital Media is Changing Our Children’s Mental Health
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10 Ways to Teach Children How to Use Social Media Responsibly
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Effects of Screen Time