Concerns over the impact of cellphones on youth mental health and learning have prompted legislative and educational responses across the United States. A bipartisan law has been introduced requiring all school districts to implement policies aimed at preventing cellphones from harming students' educational experiences and well-being. In Washington state, the majority of school districts are adopting measures to limit student access to cellphones and smart devices during school hours. Watertown High School is among the institutions utilizing new technology to restrict cellphone use. Experts and advocates, including former teachers and parents, argue that phones in schools hinder children's growth and increase the workload for educators. The issue is framed as a growing addiction problem affecting children, with calls to remove these devices from classrooms to protect mental health and improve learning outcomes.