Proposed 'bell to bell' cellphone ban for New York public schools draws mixed reaction

Proposed 'bell to bell' cellphone ban for New York public schools draws mixed reaction

While other states have statewide cellphone bans in schools, New York will be only the fourth state to have a "bell to bell" ban.

Finland bans smartphones in schools

Pupils will be able to use their phones in some circumstances, but they will need to get permission from teachers.