This article argues for the ban of cellphones in schools, highlighting the detrimental effects of constant distraction and social media on children’s development. The author, a mental health expert, emphasizes the importance of creating a focused learning environment and allowing children to develop essential social and cognitive skills without the constant intrusion of technology.
In a move to address concerns about student distraction and potential misuse, teachers in New Brunswick will be granted increased authority to limit cellphone use in classrooms starting in September. Under the new policy, students will be required to keep their phones on silent mode and store them in designated areas during class time. Teachers will have discretion to allow cellphone use for educational purposes or medical reasons, but students who use their devices to disrupt the learning environment, such as by cheating or bullying, may face disciplinary action. This policy aligns New Brunswick with several other provinces, including Quebec, British Columbia, and Ontario, that have implemented similar restrictions on cellphone use in schools.
