Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed ban on smart devices in schools has met resistance, as many parents and educators express concerns about emergency communications and the evolving role of technology in education.
Banks emphasized before resigning that the timing for a ban is not ideal due to parents' worries about emergency contact, reflecting a broader debate over technology's role in schooling.
Historically, cell phone bans in schools have faced criticism for uneven enforcement, often impacting students in low-income communities disproportionately while failing to recognize the utility of technology in education.
The shift from previous years, where phones were integrated into classroom activities, underscores the transitional phase schools are in regarding technology use and students' needs.
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