During the Oct. 21 board meeting, Humble ISD trustees are expected to receive an update on the district's efforts to acquire additional computers in line with the goal to have at least one computer for every student.

Some context

The district’s efforts to obtain at least one computer for every student comes after the Texas Legislature approved House Bill 1481 in July.

According to previous reporting, HB 1481 requires school districts to adopt policies prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices—including cellphones, tablets, smartwatches and any other devices capable of digital communication or telecommunication—on school property during the school day.

In July, HISD trustees approved a new policy in line with state regulations prohibiting students fro

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