NJ bans cell phones in schools

SAFIJA SHATKU Clubs Editor On January 14, Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation officially restricting use of cellphones and other internet-enabled devices in K-12 schools for the 2026-2027 school year. However, the bill leaves students wondering how districts will implement it and how it will affect students throughout New Jersey. Bill (S-3695), introduced in September 2024,Continue reading “NJ bans cell phones in schools”

Proposed New Jersey bill bans cell phones in schools  

BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN  Events Editor  In January, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy proposed a bill that would ban cell phone use in K-12 classrooms for non-educational uses at a minimum. The initiative aims to reduce mental health concerns and increase productivity.   The bill (S-3695) would require all New Jersey schools to implement a systemContinue reading “Proposed New Jersey bill bans cell phones in schools  “