So far, the biggest pushback comes from parents.Parents want a way for kids to keep in touch if something horrible, like a shooting, happens at school. I wrote about this in my last column.

Was it the right call? A year after a Seattle school bans smartphones, educators and parents say they love it, but kids aren't so sure.

This ensures that kids can't accidentally text a stranger or call 911 while attempting to play Snake. An example of a simple device with limited functionality is the Gabb Watch 3E .

A global study revealed that parents' screen time—even brief moments on phones—may be quietly hindering their children's health.

It's the ability to call 911 discreetly, to call parents, to call friends with a 911 amber alert on your phone. The location is tracking them, but they can silently call for help.

The right call? A year after school’s phone ban, educators and parents love it, but kids aren’t so sure. by Lisa Stiffler on May 29, 2025 at 9:52 am June 3, 2025 at 1:15 pm ...