The United Federation of Teachers found that 63% of NYC educators support a citywide cellphone ban, citing concerns over classroom time wastage and student health.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew emphasized that any school cellphone policy should protect educators from being the primary enforcers, indicating the need for clear guidelines and support from the NYC DOE.
Mulgrew highlighted the need for financial backing from the education department, asserting that individual schools should not shoulder the costs of enforcing the cellphone ban.
Despite the survey indicating support for a cellphone ban, the union's backing includes conditions that aim to maintain fairness and prevent a negative impact on classroom instruction.
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