Local control over school cellphone ban 'extremely important,' NYSED says
The legislation Hochul is proposing is both direct and vague: It requires school districts to implement a school-wide, full-day ban on cell phones but gives them control over how to do it.
NYC schools chancellor wants more money to enforce state cell phone ban — but about half of schools already have them
Testifying before state lawmakers Wednesday, New York City Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos is complaining that the $13.5 million in the Governor’s proposed budget to help schools implement
Exploring Increasingly Common School Cell Phone Bans and Their Implications on Student Safety
This new white paper today informs how cell phone bans can affect school safety and guidelines to implement communication technologies.
Legislation banning cell phone use in class introduced by Northeast Wisconsin assemblyman
Kitchens says the pressures of social media and the distraction phones and other devices can pose are harmful to the education and mental health of students.
NYC schools chancellor backs cellphone ban, but says plan needs more funding
The NYC chancellor supports students using magnetic locking pouches to keep their phones with them, which, if needed, could be opened with a magnet located in the school.
NY education chief backs local control for cellphone ban
As Gov. Kathy Hochul pushes a statewide school cellphone ban, Education Commissioner Betty Rosa stressed the importance of local decision-making at a legislative hearing Wednesday. Rosa emphasized that districts should involve parents, teachers, and students in crafting policies tailored to their unique needs.
Maine school districts consider tighter restrictions or bans on cellphone use
According to the Maine Principals' Association, more than 40 individual schools or entire school districts have adopted some form of limits on cellphone use by students during the school day. Most policies do allow students to use their phones between classes.
How is Brockton High's cell phone ban going as MA considers statewide ban?
As state leaders eye a cell phone ban in schools statewide, how are the Yondr pouches working at Brockton High.
Proposed legislation aims to ban cell phone use in Maryland schools
A proposed bill aims to ban cell phone use in Maryland schools. House Bill 192 would prohibit students from using a cell phone during school hours except for specific circumstances. Under the proposed bill,
DC Council proposes bill to ban cell phones in district's public schools
The Washington, D.C., Council is considering a total cellphone ban in the district's public schools to limit distractions in the classroom and force students to socialize.
Sanders moves to ban cellphones in Arkansas schools
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will introduce a bill to ban smartphones and other electronic devices like smartwatches in public schools, she announced Wednesday. Context: The proposed legislation — dubbed the "Bell to Bell,
New York school cellphone ban one step closer to reality. Here's what Gov. Kathy Hochul is proposing.
New York's school cellphone ban is one step closer to a reality, Gov. Kathy Hochul says. Here's how it would work.
Today’s audio update: Drone ‘mystery’ revealed, ‘Proud Boys’ burger mess, school cell phone bans
Hey there New Jersey! Here’s your audio update highlighting President Donald Trump’s explanation for the mystery drone’s over ...
NYSUT “Disconnected” cell phone forums kick off in Rochester
The first of six panel discussions on the overuse of cell phones in schools took place in Rochester Thursday evening. NYSUT ...
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New York teacher’s union holding statewide conferences on cell phone ban
NYSUT is hostsing "Disconnected" conferences across the state throughout February to address cellphones and social media in ...
Massachusetts Attorney General recommends cell phone, social media policies for schools
As the push to regulate technology in schools grows nationwide, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell released a ...