MTA Today Summer 2025

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Many Massachusetts educators say they support restrictions on student use of cell phones in schools. A bill that has passed the state Senate and is in the House would require districts to develop a “bell-to-bell” policy by the 2026-2027 school year. What do educators think about this? Our cover story includes the perspectives of educators and local leaders about what a device-free requirement could mean.

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Joseph Michael, who teaches science in Fall River, shows the Yondr pouch used in that district.

Educators Seek Restrictions on Phones, Electronic Devices

by: Mary MacDonald July 2025

Many educators throughout Massachusetts have had it with smart phone and digital distractions in schools.

Contract Highlights Show Gains in Salary, Leave, Use of Democratized Bargaining

by: Scott Mclennan July 2025

MTA locals throughout the state negotiated transformational contracts in the 2024-25 school year, many aided by using democratized bargaining. A sampling of highlights provided by the Field and Organizing Division follows:

Two Organizations Win MTA Civil Rights Awards

by: Scott McLennan July 2025

Two organizations dedicated to strengthening communities by empowering individuals at risk were the recipients of the 2025 MTA Human and Civil Rights Awards, which were presented July 27 at a ceremony featuring keynote speaker Cornel West.