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 Representatives committee on Monday.
Tennessee school cell phone ban bill passes first committee hurdle
A bill allowing school districts to adopt cell phone ban policies - including policies requiring surrender of devices - has passed a first committee.
'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.
Arkansas governor signs bills for free school breakfasts and cell phone bans
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Arkansas' Governor has signed into law two pieces of legislation to improve the state's education system. The ceremony, held at the Arkansas State Capitol, marked a key moment in the Governor’s efforts to address pressing issues within the state’s educational framework.
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.
Majority of Americans support banning cell phones in schools
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
Republican wants to ban student cellphone use during school hours
State Rep. Ellen Troxclair argues her bill would help with the student mental health crisis and make classrooms safer.
Arizona House passes bill to limit cell phone use in schools
The Arizona House of Representatives has passed legislation that would instruct the state's school districts to enforce policies that limit the use of cell phones during the school day. House Bill 2484 passed through the House in a 41-18 vote on Monday with support from both Republicans and Democrats.
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,
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 ...
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Proposed DC Council bill banning phones in school sparks online discourse
Washington, D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto proposes ban on students using cell phones at DC Public Schools to improve test ...
Illinois proposes classroom cell phone ban; this school already has policy enforced
Citing cyberbullying and learning distractions, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said he will endorse legislation to ban cell phone ...
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 ...
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 ...
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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.
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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 ...
Inside a school without cell phones as Minneota Legislature considers ban
U.S. Representatives Pete Stauber (R) and Kelly Morrison (DFL) are co-authors of a bipartisan bill to study the impacts of ...
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 ...