Parents, teachers react to South Carolina adopting ban on use of electronic devices [Video]

SOUTH CAROLINA (WJBF) — South Carolina education leaders have approved a total cell phone ban during the school day, starting in January. The new policy bans cell phones from bell to bell. Districts will determine the details. “I think it’s a great idea,” said Jane Harper. “My kids went to a school where they were allowed to bring the cell phones but they had to stay in their backpack.”

On Tuesday, the South Carolina Board of Education approved the policy, which applies to grades K-12. During the school day, students can’t use personal electronic devices unless the teacher allows them to. They also can’t wear or use device accessories at school. “Don’t think it’s right, ” shared Melissa Henstra. “If there’s emergency or some way that they have to get ahold of the parents because a lot of the kids don’t remember the numbers, so their numbers are automatically in the phones.”

“We’re excited …