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New Jersey limits student cellphone use during the school day
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New Jersey limits student cellphone use during the school day
Jan 15, 2026
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Should phones be part of the school day or left in backpacks? New Jersey has passed a statewide law banning non-academic cellphone use in K-12 schools to reduce distractions and improve focus. Supporters see it as a way to boost learning, while critics raise concerns about enforcement and parent communication. (Source: AP News)