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Mexico to restrict mobile device use in primary and secondary schools
Mexican educational authorities, led by the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP) and the National Council of Educational Authorities (CONAEDU), have reached a unanimous agreement to regulate the use of mobile devices in schools. Starting in October, a total restriction on cell phones and personal electronic devices will be implemented during the entire school day for primary and secondary students.
In contrast, upper secondary and higher education institutions will maintain autonomy to establish their own internal rules and regulations in coordination with their respective educational communities. The measure aims to improve student attention, academic performance, and social interaction, following PISA results that indicated mobile device use negatively impacts reading comprehension.
To support this transition and address student well-being, the government is launching the 'El ABC de las Emociones' strategy, focusing on the mental health of adolescents aged 14 to 18. This initiative includes the distribution of over 16 million educational guides for students, teachers, and families, alongside classroom activities and professional health brigades.
Entities
Alberto Anaya Gutiérrez · Claudia Sheinbaum · Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo · Consejo Nacional de Autoridades Educativas · Higinio Martínez Miranda · Mario Delgado · Mario Delgado Carrillo · Mexico · National Council of Educational Authorities · Secretariat of Public Education · Secretaría de Educación Pública · UNESCO
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The measure is based on scientific evidence that indiscriminate screen use fragments attention and affects academic performance. cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 2 SOURCES] The initiative proposes that teachers and administrators hold student mobile devices during school hours and return them at the end of the day. cybermexico.mx · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 5 SOURCES] Higinio Martínez Miranda requested that the Education and Legislative Studies commissions present a report on a mobile device ban. cybermexico.mx · hojaderutadigital.mx · 889noticias.mx · lineapolitica.com · argonmexico.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Senator Alberto Anaya Gutiérrez of the PT presented the initiative on December 10, 2025. cybermexico.mx · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 3 SOURCES] The project seeks to add a paragraph to Article 84 of the General Law of Education. cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 4 SOURCES] The ban would exclude emergencies or special educational needs. cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · hojaderutadigital.mx · 889noticias.mx
- [● 3 SOURCES] The proposal aims to prohibit the use of cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, and other personal mobile devices during the school day. cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 3 SOURCES] The initiative claims screen use negatively impacts the mental health of children and adolescents. cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · hojaderutadigital.mx
- [● 7 SOURCES] The National Council of Educational Authorities (CONAEDU) reached a unanimous agreement to regulate mobile device use. estrategia.la · tribunademexico.com · dossierpolitico.com · adnoticias.mx · lanigua.com.mx · +1 more
- [● 6 SOURCES] Higher education and upper secondary institutions will establish their own rules. estrategia.la · adnoticias.mx · tribunademexico.com · lanigua.com.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · +1 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The government will distribute over 16 million guides to support the transition. lanigua.com.mx · www.desdeelbalcon.com · tribunademexico.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx
- [● 5 SOURCES] The 'El ABC de las Emociones' strategy will be implemented to support student mental health. lanigua.com.mx · megaredlatina.com · www.desdeelbalcon.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx