Secondary schools in Marshall County are doing away with the telephone
When Marshall County middle and high school students returned to school on August 7, they were immediately required to lock away their cell phones for the duration of the school day. The North Mississippi School District updated its cell phone…
Akron Public Schools see positive results from cell phone ban
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) – Akron Public Schools said the school day has been significantly better, friendlier and safer since students began locking away their phones during class. Jessica Sax, principal of Hyre CLC, said the ban, which came into effect…
Changes to cell phone policies in local school districts
NIXA, Missouri – Classes began again in Nixa schools Monday, and high school students immediately noticed a change this year. As districts across the region grapple with how to handle smartphones and limit distractions, Nixa is implementing a stricter policy…
Champlain Valley School District considers a future without cell phones
The Champlain Valley School District will discuss policies on student cell phone use at a school board meeting next September. Williston Central School currently has a policy that does not allow students to stay home during the day. Photo courtesy…
Las Vegas schools introduce cell phone bags to keep students away from their phones
The Clark County School District has announced the new policy for the 2024-2025 school year “These new devices prevent and reduce distractions in the classroom,” the Clark County School District said in a statement A pilot program has already been…
Are cell phones allowed in school in PA?
How to stop scrolling addiction to Instagram and TikTok apps It can be harder than ever to stop endlessly scrolling through social media apps. Psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu offers tips on how to overcome your addiction. Clarification: Council Rock School…
Canadian province bans cell phones in schools
People are reading and writing, but no bells are ringing. A Canadian province has become the latest to ban cell phones in schools when classes resume next month. In Manitoba, students in kindergarten through high school will be banned from…
Virginia Department of Education releases draft guidelines for cellphone-free education
RICHMOND, Va. (WHSV) – On July 9, Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33 to promote cell phone-free instruction. The Virginia Department of Education traveled across the state to meet with parents and educators to talk about what a cellphone-free…
NYC seeks ‘sweet spot’ for cell phone use in schools
Share with: CITYWIDE — NYC SCHOOLS seek balanced policies on student cell phone use, Mayor Eric Adams said this in an interview with JR Giddings on GMT Live’s “The Reset Talk Show” on Friday. Many parents are concerned about not…
Abington School District will restrict student cell phone use…
When Abington School District students return to school in September, they will face new rules prohibiting them from using their cellphones during the school day. The district is the last to implement the rule, which advocates say can improve student…
