Montville Township Board of Education Meeting February 17 2026

The Montville Township Board of Education held a meeting on February 17, 2026, primarily focusing on the comprehensive review and recommendations regarding student cell phone usage policies at Montville Township High School. A committee presented detailed research, community feedback, and legislative updates, including the impact of Senate Bill 3695 mandating a bell-to-bell ban on non-academic use of internet-enabled devices during school hours. The committee recommended a student-managed storage model for devices, leveraging existing lockers and backpacks to comply with the new law while minimizing costs. The discussion included considerations of policy enforcement, exceptions for medical and educational needs, and the fiscal implications of various storage solutions. The board acknowledged the committee's work and indicated that the policy committee would review these recommendations to develop a formal policy for implementation in September 2026. Additionally, the meeting included routine board recognitions, field trip approvals with budget adjustments, and updates on district awards and upcoming events, but no direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this session.