The evidence is clear. Phones are atrophying our children's mental health at an alarming rate and outcomes are lagging worldwide, leading to nationwide classroom phone bans in countries across the world. In the United States, twenty one states have passed a statewide phone ban in schools. This is a great start, but it is not enough. We need enforcement mechanisms that empower public school teachers nationwide. When we do that, we can restore that classroom as a place of learning and emotional safety. Without decisive action, we leave our kids' brains in the hands of tech companies who don’t have their best interests at heart. It’s time to confront the elephant in our pockets, honestly.