Brandon Cardet-Hernandez, an educator and president of Mrs. Wordsmith, shares his insights on the controversial topic of cell phone usage in schools. He argues that banning phones may disproportionately affect marginalized students and overlooks their potential as educational tools. The discussion reevaluates the role of smartphones in promoting digital literacy and enhancing learning. Cardet-Hernandez emphasizes the need for a balanced approach, advocating for inclusive policies that foster a constructive relationship with technology rather than outright bans.