"By early 2026, twenty-six states had mandated full bans; at least thirty-seven states and Washington, D.C., have enacted some form of cellphone restriction. But phones, it turns out, were just the beginning."
"Banning screens and teaching kids about them don't have to be, and shouldn't be, mutually exclusive. Restriction without education doesn't work."
"In 2026 alone, 134 bills requiring AI literacy have been introduced across 31 states. The edtech backlash is an opportunity to put teachers-not screens-at the center of learning."
A significant movement is underway in the U.S. to ban screens in classrooms, with 26 states mandating full bans and 37 states implementing some restrictions. This trend extends beyond cellphones to all screens, with 17 states considering limits on school-issued devices. Despite these restrictions, the importance of teaching digital literacy remains critical. Educators argue that banning screens without providing education on their use is ineffective. A balanced approach that combines screen-free time with digital literacy education is essential for preparing students for a technology-driven world.
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