VDOE to hold virtual conversation on proposed cell phone-free classrooms in Virginia

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will hold a virtual Commonwealth Conversation on Monday to give the community an opportunity to discuss the proposed cell phone-free classrooms .

The virtual meeting will take place on Monday, Aug. 5 starting at 10:30 a.m., and will give parents, educators and community members the chance to share their thoughts about how best to achieve a cell phone-free classroom.

During the meeting, individuals will also be able to discuss the impact of cell phone use on education and youth mental health.

Those who are interested in joining the virtual conversation can register here .

More information on the proposed cell phone-free policy can be found here .

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