Schools Lock Up Student Devices in New Anti-Distracted Learning Push

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In a move to limit classroom distractions and cyberbullying, Rockdale County Schools will require students from Pre-K through 8th grade to store personal devices in lockable Yondr pouches during school hours. The policy aligns with Georgia’s new 'Distraction-Free Education Act' and aims to restore focus and discipline in the classroom. School leaders believe this move will help reduce cyberbullying, class disruption, and social media addiction. The Yondr pouches are expected to be distributed at the beginning of the school year and will remain sealed during school hours. Some parents have voiced privacy concerns, while others applaud the district for prioritizing focus and emotional health in the classroom.