New cellphone ban has helped students focus and connect, says Grand Forks Central High School principal
We all know that little buzz in our pocket is a constant distraction—and our students are no different. This year, North Dakota implemented a statewide “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban, taking devices out of students’ hands for the entire school day, including lunch and passing periods. What happened next might surprise you. Educators are now seeing a notable shift: students aren’t just more focused in class; they’re actually laughing, talking, and engaging with one another again during their free time. The ban seems to be quietly transforming both the classroom and the social environment. Sophia Herman with Grand Forks Herald has the progress report on one of North Dakota’s most talked about new policies.
Josh Wolsky
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