D51 schools implement new cellphone policy in 2024-25 school year to address excessive screen time and social media use.

D51 schools adopt new cellphone policy amid concerns over excessive screen time and social media use. The policy, set to be implemented in the 2024-25 school year, aims to encourage greater student attention and focused learning. Studies link excessive screen time to declining academic performance and increasing anxiety rates. The Western Colorado Community Foundation is raising funds to support the new policy.

June 16, 2024
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