New Research: Teens Weigh in on School Cell Phone Policies

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The Amount Of Time Kids Spend On Smartphones During The School Day May Shock You

Marie Holmes

Huffpost

Feb 6, 2025

The Digital Wellness Lab’s Knowledge Manager, Kaitlin Tiches, MLIS, emphasizes the importance of including teachers and students in policy discussions about classroom smartphone use.

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