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Local students adjusting to new statewide digital restriction

By Terry Schrimscher Few things are as ubiquitous in American society as the cell phone. However, smart phones won’t be a common sight in Alabama classrooms this year after Governor Kay Ivey signed the FOCUS Act in May. The FOCUS Act, officially known as the Freeing Our Classrooms of Unnecessary Screens for Safety Act, limits the use of digital devices during school hours. “Smart phones have beneficial roles when used in proper settings. However…
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The Trussville Tribune broke the news in on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
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