JCPS officials say more library books being checked out after cellphone ban

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- High school librarians in Jefferson County Public Schools are noticing more books being checked out with the cellphone ban in full effect.

Librarians at Pleasure Ridge Park High School said it appears more students are reading books this year, even during down time.

JCPS students now face severe restrictions on when and where they can use their cellphones in school, thanks to a new Kentucky law that took effect this school year. PRP librarians said a thousand books were checked out during the first 16 days of school — compared to 2,100 during all of last year.

The librarians believe students reading more library books instead of scrolling through their phones during lunchtime or during down time.

Other schools have reported similar numbers.

JCPS approves policy banning cellphone use at schools starting next year