In New Jersey Enacts “Bell‑to‑Bell” Cellphone Ban: What School Districts Need to Know, Senior Education Specialist Christina Van Woert, Ed.D., offers her perspective in a newly published piece, exploring New Jersey’s upcoming school‑day cellphone restrictions. The article features Christina’s perspective on how districts can begin preparing for the upcoming cellphone restrictions. With more than two decades of experience in education compliance, district policy development, and school‑community engagement, Christina provides practical insight into what Boards of Education should begin considering as they prepare for the state’s forthcoming guidance and the 2026–2027 implementation timeline. Her contribution helps district leaders think ahead about policy updates, stakeholder involvement, and readiness for this major shift in practice.



