Illinois governor to back ‘screen-free schools’ and join national trend to ban cellphones in class

Editorial | Pritzker offers his own phone plan for public schools

Young people and smartphones are not a great combo when it comes to educational instruction.

Capitol Fa - Your Illinois News Radar » Former Rep. Flowers responds to Pritzker’s attempt to reinstate mobile phone ban in schoolsCapitolFax.com

* LA Times… In a survey of police in 81 school districts in 1986, 51 said beepers or phones were being used by students for drug sales. “We were trying to stop the drug dealers,” said Illinois Rep. Mary Flowers, who led the effort to pass her state’s ban in [1990]. “The only kids who could afford [...]

Governor Pritzker proposes potential legislation to ban cell phones in the classroom

Oregon Junior/Senior High School began their 'no phone' policy in 2022.

Illinois Governor Pushes Cellphone Ban In Public School Classrooms

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest news on Chicago Public Schools.CHICAGO — Gov. J.B Pritzker wants to limit the use of cellphones in public school classrooms, potentially making Illinois one of several states around the country that have implemented cellphone bans.“In conversations with educators and parents around the state – there is one thing they…

Gov. JB Pritzker backs ban on cell phones in Illinois school classrooms – CBS2 (Chicago)

Specifically, Pritzker is pushing to ban cell phones and other wireless devices in classrooms during instructional periods. "More focus on learning will bring even greater success for kids across the state," he said.

Illinois Governor Pritzker proposes statewide classroom cellphone ban to boost student well-being

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker proposes a statewide classroom cellphone ban to improve student achievement, social interaction, and mental health. Legislation mandates policies by 2026-2027, following similar actions in eight states.