Principal Darvina Bradley notes the positive impact of a cellphone ban at Dymally High School, stating, "the biggest shock was we actually had to begin putting out games and things to entertain them at lunch, because they really became kids again." This highlights how removing distractions has encouraged more genuine social interactions among students.
The Phone-Free Schools Act mandates all public schools in California to create policies by July 1, 2026, to limit smartphone usage during the school day. Gov. Newsom emphasizes the need for such legislation by mentioning the "mental health, scholastic, and social risks" of phone use in classrooms.
The bipartisan bill, introduced by Assemblyman Josh Hoover, aims to assist students in focusing better on their education by enforcing a smartphone ban, making California the fifth state to do so.
The act allows for enforcement mechanisms like in-class lockers and locking pouches, ensuring that while phones may be restricted, there are exceptions for individualized instruction and emergencies.
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