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Portugal extends smartphone ban to all middle school students

The smartphone ban will now apply to students from 7th to 9th grade.

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This measure aims to reduce distractions and improve classroom focus.

The Council of Ministers is expected to approve this amendment to the student statute.

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Why it matters

Cette décision s'inscrit dans un débat européen croissant sur l'impact des écrans sur l'apprentissage, avec des implications pour les politiques éducatives et la santé mentale des adolescents.

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