Many Wisconsin Schools Banning Phones in Classrooms: Parents Fear Losing Lifeline in Emergencies
Schools Move to Tighten Phone Restrictions In early 2025, the Wisconsin State Assembly approved Assembly Bill 2, which mandates that all public school boards implement policies banning cell phones during instructional time. The measure, spearheaded by Rep. Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay), allows exemptions for medical needs, emergencies, and educational purposes. This legislation gives school districts …







