'There are going to be some real issues in terms of enforcement': Parents weigh in on school cellphone ban
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The debate around the Ford government cellphone ban in schools continues to stir. Parents and professional educators are weighing in with potential pros and pitfalls.
The debate around the Ford government cellphone ban in schools continues to stir.
Parents and professional educators are weighing in with potential pros and pitfalls.
Parent Dia Dema is onboard and told CTV News, “I just don’t think it is appropriate for them [children] to be on their phones checking it during class time.”
It is common statement, especially from older parents who grew up in a time cell phones were a rarity.
But inside today’s classrooms many new teachers have always known a world with the devices.
Bill Tucker is a former director of the Thames Valley District School Board. He also just retired from teaching new educators.
