School Phone Bans Work Better Than Headlines Suggest
A major study on school phone bans shows students are adapting well, even though test scores haven't jumped yet. The real wins are happening in classrooms right now.
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School Phone Bans Boost Student Well-Being, Study Finds
Students and teachers report feeling better after schools adopted phone pouches, though test scores haven't changed. A major study of 40,000 schools reveals the real impact of phone restrictions.
New York Tops Nation in Youth Mental Health With Phone Bans
New York just ranked as the nation's best state for child mental well-being, and Governor Kathy Hochul credits one game-changing policy: phone-free schools. Students are playing cards at lunch again, teachers report better engagement, and 92% of schools say the transition went smoothly.