No Phones in Military Schools: Better Learning, Less Distraction.
New rules prohibit students from using cell phones and other distracting electronic devices in schools operated by the U.S. Department of Defense during regular school hours. The goal is to improve focus and academic performance. Exceptions are made for emergencies, medical needs, disabilities, and English language learners.
Key points
Students in military schools will not be allowed to use cell phones and other electronic devices during class hours.
Schools will have some flexibility in enforcing the ban, and parents and children can still contact each other in emergencies.
Exceptions to the ban include emergencies, medical conditions, disabilities, and support for English language learners.
The Department of Defense can provide support to schools, such as lockboxes for phones, to help implement the new rules.
The impact of the ban on student performance and mental health will be monitored and reported for five years.
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