New research finds cellphone bans are only the first step in promoting digital literacy among students

A new white paper from Learning.com and Whiteboard Advisors found that at least 39 states have passed legislation restricting student cellphone use since 2023, but interviews with superintendents, state education technology directors, researchers and practitioners suggest banning or limiting the use of these devices on school grounds should be a first step.

Survey findings show parents and students agree on many facets of AI-use, but split on several areas

Results from a recent Common Sense Media survey of children aged 12 to 17 and parents found that families are trying to balance the benefits and threats around artificial intelligence (AI), while young people are already using the technology more than their parents realize.

CSBA President shares role of school board at AI Summit

I had the opportunity to attend the Student and Community Voice AI Summit in Anaheim March 20-21, representing CSBA. The energy in the room was undeniable — students, educators, parents, technologists and community leaders all grappling with one central question: how do we ensure artificial intelligence (AI) serves our students, not the other way around?

Teen survey results show the majority of teens support cellphone restriction policies, but flout the rules anyway

The majority of both teens and adults support cellphone restrictions in schools, despite reporting no major positive impacts from this shift in policy, according to recent research from the Brookings Institution.

The importance of computer science education in the age of AI

California is among the 17 states that have guidance clarifying that computer science (CS) education is fundamental to artificial intelligence (AI). This is according to the 2025 State of AI + Computer Science Education report, published by Code.org, which includes a state-by-state look at AI education policies and an overview of CS policies, access and participation.