Posted On: October 26th 2026, 06:40 pm
A victory for childhood in Pennsylvania! 🎉
Governor Josh Shapiro has signed bipartisan legislation establishing bell-to-bell phone-free schools, giving students more time to learn, build friendships, and connect with the world around them.
Beginning in the 2027–2028 school year, students’ phones will be put away throughout the school day — including lunch and recess — with exceptions for medical needs and required educational accommodations.
Hearty thank yous to Governor
@joshshapiropa, the bipartisan lawmakers who advanced this legislation, and the parents, educators, and advocates who worked tirelessly to make this victory possible. We are especially grateful for the leadership shown by MAMA’s Chapter leaders in Mt. Lebanon
@kristinesorensengriffin and Jane Casella, Philadelphia
@abirdbecker and Pittsburgh
@csmwalsh,
@klucks26 and
@kristenbeddard.
Every child deserves a school day free from the pull of digital distractions and addictive technology design. Let’s keep this movement growing! 💪