Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order 25-09, which bans cell phone use by students during school hours. All of Oregon’s school districts have adopted this policy.
“Research tells us that constant cell phone use distracts from learning and can create mental health issues,” Governor Kotek stated. “For our students to thrive, we have to make every hour of class time as high-value as possible. Getting rid of distractions like cell phones is one way we…
