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13TH NORFOLK NEWS
Talking with Tarsky
This month's newsletter contains April highlights including my Inaugural Speech, appearing before the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development, and information on the upcoming "State of the District" events happening in all three towns in May.
May 44 min read
Rep. Tarsky's Inaugural Speech
On April 9, 2026, I rose for the first time on the House floor to speak on an issue I’ve lived, as a teacher, principal, and now legislator.
Cell phones and social media are reshaping our schools.
I’ve seen students coordinate fights in real time, classmates record each other at their worst moments, and teachers leave the profession after videos were taken out of context.
But I’ve also seen what happens when we get this right: more focus, better behavior, and students talk
Apr 101 min read
With state legislation pending, Rep. Tarsky supports a school cellphone ban
In August, the Massachusetts State Senate passed a bill that would require schools to limit student access to and/or use of cellphones during the school day. The vote garnered headlines, but the bill has yet to reach the State House floor let alone become law.
Aug 28, 20252 min read
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