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Classroom Phone Ban and Academic Achievement

Season 9 Episode 14 | 36m 17s

A new ban on cell phones in classrooms and increased spending on Michigan schools.

A new ban on cell phones in classrooms and increased spending on schools aimed on increasing Michigan students' math and reading skills. Guests: Dr. Craig Douglas - Former Carrolton Public Schools Superintendent; Dr. Ramont Roberts - Saginaw Public Schools Superintendent.

02/10/2026

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The Follow Up is a local public television program presented by Delta Public Media

The Follow Up

Classroom Phone Ban and Academic Achievement

Season 9 Episode 14 | 36m 17s

A new ban on cell phones in classrooms and increased spending on schools aimed on increasing Michigan students' math and reading skills. Guests: Dr. Craig Douglas - Former Carrolton Public Schools Superintendent; Dr. Ramont Roberts - Saginaw Public Schools Superintendent.

02/10/2026

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