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Illinois Bans School Cellphones by 2027 | Chicago News

Illinois Bans School Cellphones by 2027 | Chicago News

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Illinois is cracking down on phones in schools—starting fall 2027, students will have locked-down devices during the school day, with elementary and middle schoolers facing a strict bell-to-bell ban and high schoolers getting limited break-time exceptions. Governor Pritzker’s push aims to cut distractions, boost learning, and curb bullying, while sparking nationwide reflection on how phones affect our lives—and with over 30 states already acting, this isn’t just about kids anymore.

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