New York teachers union calls for ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone restrictions in schools
The New York State teachers union, NYSUT, unanimously passed a resolution calling for “bell-to-bell” restrictions on smartphones, smartwatches, and earbuds in schools Friday. According to NYSUT, the restrictions would last from school opening to dismissal,
Richmond school holds conversation with students, parents on phone ban: 'It needs to be enforced strictly'
Counties across Virginia held viewing parties for the Department of Education's discussions regarding the state's recently announced cell phone-free education plan Thursday evening.
State releases final guidance for banning cell phones in public schools
The guidelines issues Tuesday by the Virginia Department of Education must be in place in all public schools by Jan. 1 of next year
California to require schools to ban or limit student cellphone use by 2026
A new state law passed by Gov. Gavin Newsom aims to minimize cellphone use in the classroom in an effort to boost students' mental health.
California schools required to restrict cell phone usage in classrooms
School in California will now be required to limit or ban the usage of smartphones in schools under a new state law.
California Passes Law to Ban or Restrict Smartphones in School
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on Monday a bill that requires schools to limit or ban the use of smartphones, amid a growing consensus that excess usage can increase the risk of mental illness and impair learning.
Gavin Newsom signs restrictions on cell phones in schools
Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Monday that will restrict student cell phone use at school, responding to what he has described as a spiraling mental health crisis among children. The governor made plans to cut back kids’ screen time in June after Surgeon General Dr.
This new California law wants to curb student cellphone access
California joins Florida and Louisiana in legislation that seeks to curb student phone access in the classroom.
California Governor Signs Bill Banning Smartphone Use in Schools
Under the new law, California elementary and secondary schools have until 2026 to implement guidelines to reduce smartphone usage. The rules can be relaxed in case of emergencies or health issues.
California orders schools to restrict cellphone use amid student distractions, anxiety
Gov. Newsom signed the Phone-Free Schools Act into law. It requires California school districts to draft policies restricting or banning student cellphone use.
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Park City joins crusade against phones in schools
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