School phone bans. One-to-one devices. Class-time screen use. These hot-button issues are sparking debate in schools and households around the country as educators and parents grapple with how device use during school time impacts student focus, learning, and development. But what do we know about the effectiveness of phone bans, and what do experts recommend for device use in the classroom?
Join Children and Screens for a timely #AskTheExperts webinar kicking off the Fall 2025 season, “What To Do About Screens in Schools? Phones, Tablets, and Focus in the Classroom” on Wednesday August 20, 2025 from 3:30pm ET – 5:00pm ET. A panel of teachers, administrators, and other education experts will:
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- Discuss the nuanced issues surrounding phone bans and classroom devices;
- Offer practical guidance on how to balance school screen time to support learning, development, and well-being; and
- Equip parents with answers and insights to better support their child’s use of devices at school.
Speaker and moderator details coming soon.