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New Oklahoma Law Prompts El Reno Public Schools to Ban Student Electronic Devices Usage
PORTUGAL, JUL 10 – The ban aims to reduce distractions and mental health risks, with studies showing improved focus and social interaction in schools following similar policies worldwide.
- In 2025, Oklahoma and several states passed laws requiring schools to restrict student smartphone use to reduce classroom distractions.
- This legislation follows growing concerns about social media's role in teen mental health and violence, prompting calls for safer digital learning environments.
- Many districts, such as Park City and Treasure Mountain Junior High, have introduced magnetic locking pouches to keep phones away during school hours.
- Governor Maura Healey stated that limiting students' phone access during school hours will aid educators and families, safeguard young people’s mental well-being, and enhance learning outcomes, with 67% of adults favoring bans on smartphone use in classrooms.
- These measures have reduced behavior incidents and increased student focus, suggesting expanding phone-free policies could improve learning nationwide.
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New Oklahoma law prompts El Reno Public Schools to ban student electronic devices usage
EL RENO, Okla. (KFOR) — El Reno Public Schools notified parents and guardians that students will no longer be permitted to use personal electronic devices throughout the entire school day. In a release, Matt Goucher, the Superintendent for El Reno Public Schools, says that with Senate Bill 139 passing through the Oklahoma Legislature, students are prohibited from "using personal electronic devices during the school day—from first bell to the las…
How Canutillo ISD is abiding by the new state law banning cell phones during school hours
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Canutillo Independent School District says it's developing new guidelines around a state law banning cell phones during school hours. In a public statement, the school district says policies will include consequences for students who don't follow the requirements. It also says the law allows exceptions for students with medical and special education accommodations. The new rule is set to start August 4. The post Ho…
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