Establishes pilot program in DOE to use lockable cell phone pouches in certain public schools; appropriates $500,000.

New Jersey Senate Bill S3679 establishes a one-year pilot program to test lockable cell phone pouches in public schools for students in grades 6-12. The bill appropriates $500,000 to fund the program, requiring participating school districts to submit applications detailing school counts, student enrollment, and emergency notification plans. The Commissioner of Education will select two districts per geographic region (north, central, south) to participate, ensuring representation across urban, suburban, and rural areas. After the pilot concludes, the commissioner must submit a report within 120 days evaluating the program's impact on student academic performance and mental health, including recommendations for future use.