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Sheinbaum Bans Cellphones in Schools Nationwide Starting 2026

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 3:02 AM UTC · How we work

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President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a nationwide ban on cellphones and other personal devices in schools.
Elementary and middle schools must enforce the ban all day, while high schools and universities follow flexible guidelines.
State education officials reached consensus, so congressional approval was not required.
The restriction takes effect in November 2026.
Sheinbaum said the policy aims to restore creativity and curb harmful social-media use while still valuing AI.

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President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a nationwide ban on cellphones and other personal devices in schools.
Elementary and middle schools must enforce the ban all day, while high schools and universities follow flexible guidelines.
State education officials reached consensus, so congressional approval was not required.
The restriction takes effect in November 2026.
Sheinbaum said the policy aims to restore creativity and curb harmful social-media use while still valuing AI.