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With the recent passage of California Assembly Bill 3216, also known as the Phones-Free School Act, schools across California are now required to have a comprehensive phone management plan in place by July 1, 2026. This legislation mandates that all school districts, charter schools, and county offices of education implement policies to limit or prohibit student phone use during school hours. For district leaders, administrators, and educators, this presents an opportunity to create environments that prioritize focus and engagement in the classroom. Here’s a guide to help your school get ready. Why Implement a Phones-Free Policy? Phones can be a...

At Northview High School in Michigan, a shift to cellphone-free classrooms is helping students focus on learning without distractions. Using Faraday bags to block signals, Northview has created an environment where students keep their phones within reach yet inactive—striking a balance between accessibility and attentiveness. Our Generation Faraday line, designed for educational settings, aligns with this movement, offering schools an easy way to foster focused learning environments. With growing interest in these solutions, schools like Northview are seeing firsthand the positive impact. Why Generation Faraday Bags for Schools? Complete Signal Blocking: Our bags block all cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth signals,...

Clark County School District (CCSD) recently adopted signal-blocking Faraday bags as part of their initiative to manage phone use in classrooms. While this is a positive step toward minimizing distractions, many schools are seeking enhanced, classroom-specific solutions that offer complete and consistent signal blocking. Mission Darkness, with its Generation Faraday product line, offers rigorously tested, education-friendly Faraday bags designed to help schools achieve their phone-free goals with confidence. Clark County’s Signal-Blocking Initiative: Background CCSD’s recent decision to use Faraday bags is detailed in their Back-to-School Blog (CCSD Signal-Blocking Information). This move highlights a growing trend among schools, encouraged by the...