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Nov 23 2025EDUCATION

Georgia's Cellphone Ban: Should It Go Beyond Middle School?

Georgia is thinking about expanding its cellphone ban in schools. Right now, the rule only applies to students from kindergarten to eighth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. But the state's education department wants lawmakers to include high school students too. Many teachers in Georgia

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Georgia Schools Say Goodbye to Phones, Hello to Better Grades

Georgia is making a big move to keep phones out of elementary and middle schools. Starting next year, all public schools in these grades will have to lock up phones and other gadgets. This isn't new for many schools, but now it's the law. Teachers love this idea. A big survey showed that 92% of the

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Nov 01 2025BUSINESS

School Phone Rules, Job Cuts, and Candy Costs

Let's dive into some interesting numbers that show what's happening in the world right now. First up, phones in schools. Some places are saying no to cell phones during class. Guess what? It seems to help kids do better in school. Fewer distractions mean more learning. But not everyone is happy abo

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

Why Cellphones in Schools Matter: A Look at Ban & Immigration Fears

New York educational leaders, like State Education Department Commissioner Betty Rosa and Board of Regents Chancellor Lester Young, have voiced their worries about a proposed cellphone ban in schools. This ban comes at a tricky time—President Trump's plans for mass deportations could separate undocu

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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Cell Phones in Schools: Should Massachusetts Ban Them?

Imagine going to school and not having your phone by your side. That's what Attorney General Andrea Campbell is proposing with the new STUDY Act. The act aims to get phones out of classrooms from start to finish, or "bell-to-bell, " as she calls it. This isn't just about creating a good habit; it's

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Jan 07 2025EDUCATION

School cellphone ban: Experts offer screen time tips

As kids head back to school in South Carolina, experts are sharing advice on how to manage screen time, especially with the state's new cellphone ban in public schools. A recent study found that while devices can help with learning, too much screen time can lead to issues like sleep problems and men

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