As back-to-school season gets underway, more Americans now say they support keeping students away from their phones throughout the entire school day.
School is back in session, and support for iPhone-bans in the classroom is growing
Yes, it’s still July, but summer break is somehow already over. My own kids return to school today and tomorrow, marking the second summer where the first day of school doesn’t start with August.
Apple marks the season with its annual Back to School promotion, offering qualifying students and educators gift cards worth up to $150 with eligible Mac and iPad purchases through August 27. Shoppers in several states can also benefit from limited sales tax holidays.
While back-to-school discounts are welcome, smartphone usage during school hours is increasingly not.
