https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-los-angeles-unified-cellphone-ban-use-on-campus
The Los Angeles Unified School District will ban student cellphone and social media use during the school day amid rising concerns about the impact of the technologies on youth mental health.
I was born and raised in South Korea. As I think about the trend of banning cell phones in LA schools, I have mixed feelings.
I’m curious about the potential benefits of this move for LA kids, which will help kids focus on their learning, make better memories, and provide opportunities to practice a sense of being present and mindful.
On the other hand, given the high rate of school shootings in the United States, the ban may somehow inadvertently make the problem worse.
Despite these fears, I believe that the cell phone ban is a necessary step towards creating a more centered environment for children.
In South Korea, many schools do not allow cell phones to be used during class time.
Especially since in today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in constant notifications and interruptions, kids need to navigate these struggles.
Ultimately, I hope that banning cell phones will help kids develop the skills and resilience they need to succeed in an increasingly complex and fast-paced world :)