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Post-cellphone ban, Wylie ISD students turn to old technology to document senior year
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Allie Spillyards , as published by NBC DFW
· June 16, 2026
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Key takeaway Following Texas' restrictions on cellphone use in schools, the district launched a project using disposable cameras.
In the Wylie ISD, students have found a unique way to document their senior year. Following Texas' restrictions on cellphone use in schools, the district launched a project using disposable cameras. Tables at the administration building were recently covered with photos taken by members of the Class of 2026, showcasing classroom moments and student life with an analog feel.
Further details about the project and its outcomes are available from the source, providing more insight into how Wylie ISD is adapting to the state's cellphone restrictions.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
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