distractions
Coverage of distractions in the Nexus archive.
- Bell-to-bell ban on cellphone use to start for all Montgomery Co. students in upcoming school year
Montgomery County Public Schools will implement a bell-to-bell cellphone ban for all students starting the 2026-27 school year. The policy, introduced ahead of a state law, aims to reduce distractions and improve academic performance, with officials emphasizing a non-punitive approach focused on student learning.
- Blackburn Pitches ‘Bell-to-Bell’ Cell Phone Ban in Tennessee Schools
Sen. Marsha Blackburn is advocating for a strict cell phone ban in Tennessee schools for the entire school day, eliminating exemptions for emergencies and non-instructional periods. The proposal aims to reduce distractions and address concerns about social media addiction and bullying.
- Best Apps for Focus (2026): Focus Friend, Forest, Focus Traveller
The article recommends three apps for improving focus in 2026: Focus Friend, Forest, and Focus Traveller. These tools are designed to minimize distractions and help users maintain concentration on tasks.