The Near North District School Board (NNDSB) says it supports initiatives that enhance student achievement and well-being.
This after the province announced new controls on cell phone usage in schools earlier this week.
Starting in September, children in kindergarten to Grade 6 will be required to keep phones on silent and out of sight for the entire school day, unless given permission by a staff member.
For students in grades 7 to 12, cell phones will have to be put on silent and put away during class time.
“The board will be reviewing the information received and working with administrators and educators to create consistent expectations and processes in line with the Ministry’s direction and expectations,” reads a statement from NNDSB.
The new rules will also see vaping banned in all schools.
**With files from Andrew Mendler and Norman Jack