N.S. banned cellphones in classrooms 2 years ago. Here's how it's going

Celina Aalders, CBC News

Nearly two full school years since Nova Scotia implemented a policy prohibiting the use of cellphones in classrooms, high school student Ishaan Anandavaskaran says it’s been beneficial for his learning.

“I feel like it reduces distractions 'cause cellphones are like super distracting, right? It’s definitely a really good thing in my opinion,” he said.

In September 2024, the provincial Department of Education mandated that all students turn off their personal devices and store them away during instructional time.

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