February 8 2024- Flint, Michigan, has implemented a new rule banning students from bringing cellphones and hoodies to school, citing safety concerns. Superintendent Kevelin Jones II emphasized the negative impact of cellphones on students’ academic performance, attributing it to distractions and bullying. This move reflects a broader trend, as cellphone bans gain popularity globally, with England, Finland, France, and the Netherlands implementing or considering similar policies in recent years. In England, guidance supporting a cellphone ban came into effect in October.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2024/01/02/should-schools-ban-cellphones/72012262007/
