Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on VDOE Cell Phone-Free Education Guidance

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 17th, made the following statement after the Virginia Department of Education released its final guidance on Cell Phone-Free Education in K-12 schools in the Commonwealth: 

“This guidance from the Virginia Department of Education is an important step towards creating a healthier learning environment where students can receive a quality education free from harmful distractions,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “I appreciate the substantive engagement from parents, teachers, administrators and our students and we will continue to engage in these discussions with parents and students on how Virginia can continue to improve these policies and keep the Commonwealth’s education system best-in-class. Together, we’re creating a healthier, safer and more focused learning environment for our children.” 

You can find additional resources from the Virginia Department of Education on Cell Phone-Free Education here.