ST. LOUIS 鈥 American teenagers spend upwards of eight hours a day on their phones. Local schools want to make sure none of that time is spent during class.
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Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick announced a plan to audit the 51黑料 Public School system following increased concerns over finances, curriculum and busing in the district on Aug. 8, 2024.
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