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NEW ​YORK (WKBW) — The New York State United Teachers‌ (NYSUT) has recently made a significant announcement. Its Board of Directors has passed a resolution advocating for comprehensive restrictions on personal devices, including cell phones, during school hours.

The ‌resolution was passed following ⁤the “Disconnected Conference” ⁢hosted by NYSUT. The conference aimed⁢ to explore the impact​ of cell phones, social media, and technology on learning and‌ mental ⁤health in schools. The event saw participation⁤ from over 500 educators, students, parents, and ⁤policymakers.

NYSUT clarified that‌ the resolution supports a statewide law or policy that requires “bell-to-bell” restrictions on smartphones and other personal devices⁤ such as smartwatches‌ and earbuds. However, exceptions would be made for ​instructional purposes and student health and safety⁢ needs.

The resolution further specifies:

  • Such⁢ restrictions should be designed locally, taking ‍into account the input from parents, educators, unions, and other stakeholders. This should⁣ specifically address‌ alternative ⁤communication methods and systems for parents and caregivers.
  • Educators should not ⁤be solely or primarily responsible for the implementation or enforcement of these policies.
  • State⁤ resources should be made‌ available for implementation costs, ensuring that individual schools or ​districts are not financially burdened by any required investment.

The resolution was unanimously passed by NYSUT’s 83-person Board and will guide its advocacy and policy positions in the ⁣future.

“Our Disconnected Conference confirmed what we’ve heard from our members across the state: the constant disruption of dealing with cellphone use and social media-related distractions is working against the ‍primary mission‍ of our schools, which is to educate our children. Schools that have implemented a ‘bell-to-bell’ ban, tailored to ⁣local needs and concerns, have seen significant improvements in student focus, classroom⁣ engagement, children’s relationships and school⁤ safety. NYSUT will always advocate for what is best for kids⁤ and our school communities, ⁢and that means restricting these devices to⁤ prioritize students’ mental health, distraction-free learning​ environments, and positive interactions with peers.”

– NYSUT President Melinda Person

The issue of‌ smartphone ⁤use in schools has been ‌a hot topic of discussion recently, especially as New York Governor Kathy Hochul ⁣continues to consider a smartphone ban in New York schools.

On July 24, Hochul ⁢held her fourth roundtable discussion at the Kenmore Junior/Senior High School as she⁢ continues to consider drafting potential legislation that ⁣could ban all‌ phones from classrooms across the state.

Several schools and districts that have already implemented a no-phone⁢ policy have also shared their ​experiences.

For‌ instance, Gaskill ​Preparatory School in the Niagara Falls City School District does not allow students to bring a phone into‍ the classroom.

In Dunkirk, educators have come up with innovative⁣ ideas to discourage students​ from using their devices during class hours. One such idea is a small pouch placed ​next to students’ desks where they can store⁤ their phones ⁣during instruction.

In Lackawanna, the‍ district is implementing ​a ⁤new “No Cell, Bell ‌to Bell” policy which restricts⁤ students from grades ‌6 to 12 from using cell phones/electronics during⁣ the school day.

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