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Do Cellphone Bans in Middle School Work? It’s Complicated. – News ad

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Do Cellphone Bans in Middle School Work? It’s Complicated. – News ad

This year, Roosevelt expanded the policy to cover all electronics, including Google Chromebooks when not directly in use in a classroom. Additionally, the policy allows no room for  warnings. Once a student’s electronic is spotted by a teacher or administrator, it is placed in the front office for the day. Students collect confiscated phones after … Read more

How Can the Community School Model Support Newcomer Education?  – News ad

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How Can the Community School Model Support Newcomer Education?  – News ad

Students at OIHS drop out at nearly half the rate that newcomers students do at other Oakland high schools. The school’s success comes largely from the community school model, which co-locates essential services on campus, ensuring easy access for students and families. The model adheres to the principle of “Maslow before Bloom,” which suggests that … Read more