'More Connection Socially': Gov. Kotek Follows up with Students on Cell Phone Ban

'More connection socially': Gov. Kotek follows up with students on cell phone ban

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek visited Estacada High School to check on the implementation of the student cell phone ban during the school day, which is intended to reduce cyberbullying and increase social interaction.

Oregon schools ban cell phones: Governor Kotek's order in action

Gov. Tina Kotek visited Estacada High School to observe the impact of Executive Order 25-09, which bans cell phone use during school hours in all Oregon school districts.

An unexpected flaw in the phone ban: More accessible cheating

Over the past few months since the phone ban has taken effect, it has clearly changed the way the building feels. Hallways are less crowded with students staring down at their screens. Conversations at lunch are louder and more genuine now that everyone isn’t distracted by their phone. The policy has done exactly what it...