Lebanon Township Limits Screen Time | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Lebanon Township, New Jersey, is cutting classroom screen time to just two hours a day for K-8 students, sparking debate over tech’s growing role in education. Teachers report kids struggling with basic writing skills like using lined paper — skills once learned instinctively. The district isn’t banning tech, but pushing for balance, human connection, and better focus. Students are eager for the change, hoping less screen time means sharper minds. Meanwhile, a new state law bans cellphones during school, fueling nationwide interest in this bold move. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…