North East ISD’s Current Cellphone Policy Will Remain in Place (posted 1/27/26)(From NEISD website,
https://www.neisd.net/announcements/?capostid=132152)
North East ISD’s current cellphone policy will remain in place. NEISD Board of Trustees has voted to keep the policy unchanged despite the Texas Education Agency’s demands to change it.
In a unanimous vote during a special board meeting on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026 the NEISD Board of Trustees voted to keep the policy as is.
Last summer, Texas legislators passed a new law prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices during instructional time.
In August, the Board approved a cell phone policy banning cellphone use during instructional time, but allowing use during lunch and passing periods. That will remain.
Texas House Bill 1481 requires public schools to prohibit student use of personal electronic devices—such as cell phones, tablets, and smartwatches—during the school day. The law allows each district to define what “school day” means within its local context.
NEISD - Cell Phone Policy (posted Jan 2026, effective starting in the 2025 school year)
North East ISD requires all students to turn off and store their personal electronic devices out of sight during instructional class time. Students may use their phones during non-classroom periods, including passing periods, lunch, and before or after school.
Students who violate the policy are subject to consequences outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, which may include confiscation of the device.
Campuses may adopt more restrictive personal communication device policies if they determine it is beneficial for their school environment. Several campuses already operate under stricter guidelines.
Exceptions are permitted for students with documented medical needs or approved special education accommodations.
Families will receive campus-specific details from their principal to ensure clarity and consistency.
In January/February of 2022, the North East ISD Board of Trustees began to develop a Balanced District Scorecard to define key priorities related to students, staff, stakeholders, and stewardship. The idea was that this would be the vision for education in NEISD. Public input was gathered through a survey and numerous focus group sessions. The Scorecard was approved by the Board in September of 2022. NEISD staff will give updates throughout the year on how the Scorecard is being implemented throughout the District and updates will be made as needed.
NEISD - Vaping comes with serious consequences (posted 8/18/23)
Parents and guardians, we want you to know about a new state law regarding vaping that will officially go into effect on September 1.
Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 114 into law in June. This new law states that any student with a vape pen, e-cigarette, cartridges, or oils in their possession will result in a Student Code of Conduct violation.
As a result, the student will be removed from class and sent to a disciplinary alternative education program such as the North East Alternative Center or In School Suspension.
To be clear, NEISD does not have any disciplinary discretion here. This is state law, and it officially goes into effect on September 1.
Parents and guardians, please partner with us to ensure your child understands the consequences of vaping. Not only is vaping illegal, but it also comes with harmful health risks and will now result in a major disruption to your child’s education.
You’ll find more information about vaping, our tipline and other health and safety-related topics on our Critical Updates (neisd.net/criticalupdates) page. Anyone can anonymously report drug-related issues to the North East Tip Line (neisd.net/tipline).
It takes all of us to make our kids safe and healthy. Thank you for your partnership and support.
