New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has begun a series of meetings with parents, students, and teachers as part of her campaign aimed at curbing the use of smartphones in schools in the state. The governor blames the devices for waning attention spans and learning deficits.
“When it comes to smartphones in our schools, the status quo just isn’t working. I’m listening to educators, parents, and students across our state to ensure we take on this challenge and help our young people succeed,” the governor wrote on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, on July 15.
