A new law banned phones in class. Students say it’s not stopping them

A new state law was supposed to limit cell phone use in schools, but new research shows many students are still using them ...
Psychology Today

Should Schools Ban Cell Phone Use During Class Time?

On September 23, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the Phone-Free Schools Act into law. This legislation requires all public schools in California to develop and implement policies restricting ...
Times of San Diego

Students, teachers face off in first year of new school cell phone rules

There are exceptions to the rules. As an example, students can use their phones riding to and from school on a school bus if it does not interfere with the driver. Students can also access their ...
The Greenwood Commonwealth

Student cell phone use bans fail to find support in Mississippi House, Senate

Efforts to restrict social media and cell phone use during class time are expected to return next session, with one lawmaker ...
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Cell phones in school: Racine Unified board member calls for ‘reset’ on student use

RACINE, WI — Racine Unified School Board member Grace Allen says it’s time to “reset” how students use their cell phones, now that Wisconsin is the 36th state to restrict personal devices in ...