Governor Kathy Hochul's proposal for a phone ban in New York schools is part of a larger budget initiative and aims to keep students off internet-enabled devices 'from bell to bell.' Schools will be required to implement policies by August, including allowing exceptions for certain medical and educational needs. The plan hopes to track violations and their impacts over time, ensuring that while device use is limited, necessary communication channels for parents remain available. Hochul's initiative also includes a budget request to support its implementation.
The proposed phone ban in New York schools, set to begin in 2025, aims to eliminate internet-enabled device use during school hours to enhance student focus.
Governor Hochul emphasizes that the absence of devices 'between the bell in the morning and the bell in the afternoon' is essential for 'saving these kids'.
Schools will need to draft and implement a policy that provides device storage, communications methods for parents, and tracking of disciplinary actions.
Exceptions to the ban will be allowed for medical needs and educational purposes, ensuring that particular student needs are taken into account.
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