https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/cellphones Cellphones en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:13:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bipartisan-bill-in-congress-would-help-schools-put-cellphone-bans-or-restrictions-in-place/2026/10 The bill would establish a federal grant program to support state efforts to restrict cellphones. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:13:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bipartisan-bill-in-congress-would-help-schools-put-cellphone-bans-or-restrictions-in-place/2026/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/are-teens-starting-to-accept-cellphone-bans-a-new-survey-has-answers/2026/09 Researchers surveyed teens and adults on how well school cellphone policies were enforced over the course of a school year. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:04:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/are-teens-starting-to-accept-cellphone-bans-a-new-survey-has-answers/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-ive-been-an-educator-for-30-years-my-students-still-surprise-me/2026/09 A student’s reaction to our new cellphone restrictions was just the first surprise of the year. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:33:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-ive-been-an-educator-for-30-years-my-students-still-surprise-me/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/it-turns-the-school-community-around-teachers-reflect-on-phone-free-campuses/2026/07 Teachers in states with cellphone bans say implementation means more than policy. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:59:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/it-turns-the-school-community-around-teachers-reflect-on-phone-free-campuses/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/anxious-generation-author-jonathan-haidt-and-others-tackle-tech-overuse/2026/06 An EdWeek forum explored creative solutions to encourage students to move away from screens and devices. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:15:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/anxious-generation-author-jonathan-haidt-and-others-tackle-tech-overuse/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/live-online-discussion/a-seat-at-the-table-the-rewiring-of-childhood-with-jonathan-haidt Jonathan Haidt, Catherine Price, and Adam Swinyard join Peter DeWitt on how to get students off devices and back to the basics of childhood. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/live-online-discussion/a-seat-at-the-table-the-rewiring-of-childhood-with-jonathan-haidt https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/this-school-district-wants-students-to-turn-off-their-phones-and-sleep/2026/05 Parents and students are learning about the importance of device-free bedrooms. Tue, 05 May 2026 19:06:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/this-school-district-wants-students-to-turn-off-their-phones-and-sleep/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/do-student-cellphone-bans-improve-academic-achievement/2026/05 Researchers recommend continued examination of cellphone policies, which are still relatively new. Mon, 04 May 2026 22:40:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/do-student-cellphone-bans-improve-academic-achievement/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-to-recruit-teachers-restrict-student-cellphone-use-during-school/2026/04 Many school districts now limit student cellphone use during school hours. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:17:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-to-recruit-teachers-restrict-student-cellphone-use-during-school/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-happens-when-schools-restrict-cellphone-use/2026/04 New survey sheds light on how cellphone restrictions are improving student behavior and engagement. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:16:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-happens-when-schools-restrict-cellphone-use/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-dont-ban-phones-limit-them/2026/04 Phones can be useful tools, says a high school student. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-dont-ban-phones-limit-them/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-federal-school-cellphone-policy-big-barriers-stand-in-the-way/2026/04 Other countries have nationwide restrictions, but in the U.S., states and districts have set the agenda. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:27:21 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-federal-school-cellphone-policy-big-barriers-stand-in-the-way/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-focuses-on-equity-student-behavior/2026/04 Amanda Jamerson focused on addressing student discipline. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-focuses-on-equity-student-behavior/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-school-leaders-dont-want-a-statewide-cellphone-ban-heres-why/2026/02 As lawmakers consider a student cellphone ban, leaders of one district want to set their own policy. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:32:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-school-leaders-dont-want-a-statewide-cellphone-ban-heres-why/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/cellphones-the-most-formidable-adversary-schools-have-ever-faced/2026/02 The Spokane schools in Washington paired cellphone restrictions with expanded extracurricular activities. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:39:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/cellphones-the-most-formidable-adversary-schools-have-ever-faced/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/how-schools-are-teaching-students-life-skills Join this free virtual event to explore creative ways schools have found to seamlessly integrate teaching life skills into the school day. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/how-schools-are-teaching-students-life-skills https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-whats-the-right-way-to-limit-phones-in-school/2026/02 A public health expert weighs in on how schools can cultivate healthy tech habits. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-whats-the-right-way-to-limit-phones-in-school/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-strong-are-states-student-cellphone-restrictions-new-analysis-grades-them/2026/01 Report about all 50 states brings a changing policy landscape into focus. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:35:02 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-strong-are-states-student-cellphone-restrictions-new-analysis-grades-them/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-cellphone-bans-have-affected-students-lives-what-teens-say/2026/01 A new survey asked teenagers if the restrictions affected their happiness and ability to make friends. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:20:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-cellphone-bans-have-affected-students-lives-what-teens-say/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/great-lifelong-habits-how-this-district-is-keeping-young-kids-off-screens/2026/01 Can a massive expansion of extracurricular activities help build social-emotional skills in early grades? Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/great-lifelong-habits-how-this-district-is-keeping-young-kids-off-screens/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-how-this-district-is-shrinking-students-screen-time-after-the-school-day-ends/2026/01 Engagement navigators in this district help students take advantage of the many available extracurriculars. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-how-this-district-is-shrinking-students-screen-time-after-the-school-day-ends/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/one-districts-battle-to-curb-cellphones-and-get-kids-to-engage-in-real-life/2026/01 Spokane's leaders are pushing extracurriculars to help students strengthen in-person social skills. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/one-districts-battle-to-curb-cellphones-and-get-kids-to-engage-in-real-life/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/teachers-like-cellphone-bans-but-not-for-themselves/2026/01 Teachers say they need to use their phones for their work, but some administrators want rules in place. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:46:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/teachers-like-cellphone-bans-but-not-for-themselves/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/more-states-are-pairing-cellphone-bans-with-media-literacy-instruction/2026/01 Students need to develop the skills to critically analyze the content they view on their phones. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:39:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/more-states-are-pairing-cellphone-bans-with-media-literacy-instruction/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-do-teens-feel-about-cellphone-bans-you-might-be-surprised/2026/01 A survey by the Pew Research Center provides a window into what students think of cellphone bans. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 22:13:24 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-do-teens-feel-about-cellphone-bans-you-might-be-surprised/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/should-schools-curtail-the-use-of-technology-congress-fuels-debate/2026/01 Experts told lawmakers ed tech hurts student mental health without improving learning outcomes. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:30:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/should-schools-curtail-the-use-of-technology-congress-fuels-debate/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-much-time-do-teens-spend-on-their-phones-during-school/2026/01 Teenagers' most-used apps are social media, video, and gaming. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:33:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-much-time-do-teens-spend-on-their-phones-during-school/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/the-ingredients-for-a-successful-cellphone-ban-what-teachers-say/2026/01 One key component: support from school leaders. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:31:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/the-ingredients-for-a-successful-cellphone-ban-what-teachers-say/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/is-owning-a-smartphone-before-high-school-a-health-risk-what-to-know/2025/12 Smartphone ownership before high school can lead to difficulties in school. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:56:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/is-owning-a-smartphone-before-high-school-a-health-risk-what-to-know/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-schools-restricted-cellphone-use-heres-what-happened-next/2025/12 Principals noted a decrease in discipline referrals and an increase in student engagement. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:58:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-schools-restricted-cellphone-use-heres-what-happened-next/2025/12