School leaders in Illinois are watching closely the latest legislative cycle, anticipating action on a proposed cell phone ban in schools.

Dr. Emily Weidner is the Superintendent of Cerro Gordo Schools and notes that while they don't have a hard cell phone ban, they do not allow cell phones in classrooms.

Like many of her peers, Dr. Weidner hopes Illinois lawmakers would allow schools to make their own decisions. 

With 25 years in education, Dr. Weidner says you get used to lawmakers regulating a lot in education. While frustrating, she believes it shows how important education is.

Dr. Weidner believes there is a balance between banning cell phones and still allowing kids the ability to be connected without it being a distraction.