Parents, school systems, and lawmakers throughout the U.S. continue the back and forth on how best to regulate cellphone use during the school day.  More states continue to explore policies regarding cellphone use in schools across the United States.… Read on blog or Reader Conduit Street Read on blog or Reader Cellphone Policies in Schools Continue to Take Shape Across the Country By Sarah Sample on July 22, 2024 Parents, school systems, and lawmakers throughout the U.S. continue the back and forth on how best to regulate cellphone use during the school day.  More states continue to explore policies regarding cellphone use in schools across the United States. A recent Ed Week article discusses varying approaches among states, including outright bans, partial restrictions, and leaving policies to individual school districts. Minimizing distractions and promoting student focus on academics are two primary drivers. Florida's policy in particular also delves into concerns around social media use, banning students from accessing it on school internet and requiring schools to teach students in grades 6-12 about the social, emotional, and physical effects of using social media. School districts around Maryland are weighing similar considerations as they prepare for the upcoming school year. According to a recent Baltimore Sun article Baltimore County has launched a new pilot program to help limit cellphone use during the school day and other jurisdictions are looking at additional strategies. While reduced cellphone access can bolster academic outcomes parents and communities still have concerns regarding safety and property rights. Read full Ed Week article. Read recent Baltimore Sun article.

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