Williamson County School Board looks to amend cell phone policy

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Williamson County School Board revisited its cell phone policy Monday night as parents and students offered opposing views on whether to expand restrictions beyond classroom time.

Tennessee lawmakers passed a cell phone ban during classroom time in all schools this spring, but the law allowed districts to adjust their policies. Some parents recommended a full ban during school hours to address what experts consider a growing crisis.

“Scrolling is not resting. It’s stimulating and exhausting,” one parent said during the meeting. “Lunch period is not just downtime. It is developmental time.”

Students defend current policy

Three high school students spoke at the meeting, urging board members to maintain the current policy that allows high school students to us