"States Push for School Cell Phone Bans to Curb Classroom Distractions"
Teachers across the United States are increasingly advocating for the banning of smartphones in classrooms due to the pervasive distractions they cause, including watching Netflix, using gambling apps, and sending Snapchat messages. Several states, including Florida, Utah, Oklahoma, Vermont, and Kansas, have introduced legislation to enforce "phone-free schools," with some already implementing bans on student cellphone use during class time. While some students and parents express concerns about being cut off from communication, educators argue that removing phones from classrooms has led to increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes.