Majority of Americans support phone ban in schools, new research says — and serious problem is to blame
Seven in 10 Americans would support a cell phone ban in schools, according to new research. With news that Texas is due to vote on a statewide ban of cell devices, a new survey of 2,000 Americans saw just 29% say they would not support a ban on cell phones in schools with 71% in favor in some form.
Gov. JB Pritzker backs ban on cell phones in Illinois school classrooms
Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday proposed a statewide ban on cell phones in school classrooms, as part of an effort to improve students' performance and mental health by removing electronic devices that many have said have become major distractions.
TN bill to ban student cell phone use during class
Legislation to allow school districts to ban cell phone use during instructional time is gaining bipartisan support.
Illinois Governor Proposes School Cell Phone Ban
The proposed school cell phone ban would make exceptions for emergencies, medical purposes, special education plans, or ESL learners.
LAUSD’s classroom cell phone ban starts today
The district’s board passed a resolution in June calling for a prohibition on students’ use of phones and social media through the entire school day.
LAUSD cell phone ban takes effect Tuesday: How it works
A district-wide cell phone ban takes effect on Tuesday. It was approved by LAUSD’s board last June in an effort to improve student engagement, reduce bullying and improve mental health.
'Right thing to do': Psychiatrist praises LA schools for imposing classroom cell phone ban
Dr. Daniel Amen, author of 'Raising Mentally Strong Kids,' reacts to news that Los Angeles schools will be enforcing a classroom ban on cell phones and other technologies.
School cellphone bans spread across states, though enforcement could be tricky
Across the country, state lawmakers are finding rare bipartisan ground on an increasingly urgent issue for educators and parents: banning cellphone use in schools. Fueling these bans is growing research on the harmful effects of smartphone and social media use on the mental health and academic achievement of grade to high school students.
1 in 5 Americans think phones should be completely banned in school
Most Americans think cell phones should have some form of restrictions in schools, according to new research. A recent survey found that 71% of Americans support cell phone limitations in schools in some form,
Ban on student phones in Georgia public schools back up for review in House Education Committee
A proposed ban on students using cell phones in all Georgia public K-8 school classrooms was back before a House of ...
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Camden County Schools Restrict Phones ... for Board Members
A school board in New Jersey adopted a policy prohibiting its own members from using smart devices during board meetings, ...
Today’s audio update: NYC congestion pricing roadblock, school cell phone ban, Rutgers mascot makeover
Hey there New Jersey! Here’s your audio update highlighting the latest maneuver on controversial congestion pricing in New ...
Wisconsin Assembly approves bill that would ban cell phones in classrooms
State Rep. Joel Kitchens, a Republican from Sturgeon Bay, authored the bill. He says it will help teachers "get the undivided ...
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LAUSD Enforces Cell Phone Ban Post-President's Day to Boost Engagement and Mental Health
LAUSD enforces a district-wide cell phone ban aiming to increase student engagement and address mental health issues.
Montgomery schools weigh cellphone ban after mixed reviews for pilot
Montgomery County schools officials shared some of the outcomes from a pilot that banned cellphone use during the school day ...
Scottish Labour leader pledges to ban mobile phones in schools if he becomes First Minister
Labour will ban mobile phones in Scotland’s schools if it wins power in next year’s Holyrood election, Anas Sarwar has ...
San Marcos Unified sees positive Impact from new cell phone ban
Supporters claim the ban aims to combat cyberbullying and promote focus in class. However, some parents argue that students ...