New York’s Distraction-Free Schools: Governor Hochul and Chancellor Aviles-Ramos Announce Smartphone Ban in NYC Public Schools for 2025-2026 . Video
Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos announced the implementation of bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions across New York City’s public schools, the nation’s largest school system, starting in the 2025-2026 school year. This initiative aligns with New York State’s Distraction-Free Schools law, mandating all K-12 public school districts, charter schools,…