GREENWOOD, Ind. (WISH) — Students may not be able to bring their phones into the classroom anymore.

Many school districts have implemented the new restriction. It comes after state lawmakers passed a law mandating school districts establish policies surrounding electronics.

It’s been an ongoing debate among parents about the benefits and drawbacks of banning electronic devices in schools. While many acknowledge the potential distractions posed by cell phones, others emphasized the need to have direct communication during emergencies.

“Obviously, we are worried about distraction...