Focusing on learning: Eastern Iowa school districts reflect on cellphone policy

Ban on cell phones in Georgia’s early grades awaits governor’s signature

Districts like DeKalb County Schools have reported big improvements in classroom discipline after instituting cell phone-free policies, but for some parents and students, concerns over safety linger, especially in the shadow of last year's shooting at Apalachee High School. Getty ImagesThere may be a lot fewer likes, comments and subscriptions coming out of Georgia schools next summer when a ban on cell phones for all elementary and middle schoo…

Focusing on learning: Eastern Iowa school districts reflect on cellphone policy

The Highland Community School District has banned cellphones for almost four years now.

Texas House takes first step towards banning cellphones in public classrooms

The Texas House on Wednesday advanced a bill that would require a secure, out-of-sight area to keep phones during instructional times.

Quebec committee recommends full ban on cellphones, electronic devices at schools

A special provincial committee is recommending that Quebec fully ban cellphones, headphones and other personal electronic devices in all primary and secondary schools starting next year.

The Special Commission on Screen Impacts issued an interim report on Tuesday.

The Special Commission on Screen Impacts recommends that Québec City ban cell phones and other mobile devices throughout schools.