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Discover how schools are making a shift to phone-free classrooms! In June's issue of School Administrator, Peter Stiepleman, former superintendent and host of the "An Imperfect Leader" podcast, shares insights on tackling cellphone overuse in schools and creating focused learning environments. Read more about here: https://lnkd.in/gupZEzjX #AASAMag #EducationLeadership

“It’s resonating everywhere.” If we join together, we can implement #phonefreeschools by the fall. The data is out there — drops in anxiety, increase in friendliness, conversation, attention spans. Let’s do it, let’s give children and teens 6-7 hours a day, 180 days a year when they’re not obsessing over internet drama. Help them pay attention in school and focus on real life — the realm that matters. 

On my first research trip to Green Bank (in the National Radio Quiet Zone) my cell phone turned into a useless brick. No cell service, no Wi-Fi for miles. There was no scrolling in line at The Dollar General or at the Observatory’s cafeteria. I had to go back to my room to plug in and upload any photos that I wanted to post on social media—and by then, I didn’t feel like I needed to share them anyway. Over the 8 years I spent making the film, I noticed how much time I spent on my phone, and it didn’t always make me feel good. After Small Town Universe premiered at the Cleveland Int’l Film Festival, I asked the audience if they wanted to spend less time on their phones and nearly everyone raised their hands. This still resonates with me. Now that I’m not filming in Green Bank anymore, I need to make a conscious effort to unplug. It takes effort. But every time I do, I always feel better. Now, I’m so excited about our partnership with YONDR to create phone-free screenings of Small Town Universe, starting at the Roxie Theater in San Francisco on June 2. With YONDR audiences will have the opportunity to disconnect from their phones while we’re in the theater together. Then, afterward, we’ll have a chat with film subjects and Bay Area SETI scientists. And then after that, everyone will get their phones back. Will people say it felt weird? Maybe. Will they want to do it again? I think so! Thank you YONDR for helping us create what will certainly be a very special and memorable cinema experience!

Phone free spaces are all the rage! If it glows, it goes 🌟 https://lnkd.in/gsFFqR8C

Great local news article highlighting the hard work at Poughkeepsie City School District. Well done to the students & staff in creating their #phonefree learning community. https://lnkd.in/eZXwjPA9

Jonathan Haidt spoke with Oprah Winfrey about the importance of phone-free schools and the Yondr Program. Students are facing a mental health crisis unlike any other generation; Yondr is committed to supporting schools to improve focus, academic performance, and behavioral issues. Visit overyondr.com to learn more. #mentalhealthawareness #edchat #education #phonefreeschools #leadership #mentalhealth

This Joanna Slater feature in the Washington Post beautifully captures the reality of cellphones in schools and the need for phone-free schools. The Yondr Program improves student focus, academic performance, and social connection. If you're interested in learning more, visit overyondr.com. https://lnkd.in/exPGxX6A #edtech #edchat #learning #teaching #leadership #students #mentalhealth #classroom

Yondr phone-free schools are twice as likely to be rated outstanding, according to a new report. The Yondr Program is the most effective way to promote student focus, academic performance, and social connection. “Phones must be locked up at the start of each school day...We can give them six or seven hours each school day in which they can be fully present to learn, connect and flourish.” https://lnkd.in/eKVFCgQy #mentalhealth #education #phonefreeschools #edchat

Take a listen to this insightful podcast featuring Times Feature Writer and Columnist Helen Rumbelow and Journalist and Podcast Host Manveen Rana. They talk about the increasing addiction to smartphones that teens (and the adults raising them) are facing and the potential long-term harm it has on society. Thank you for shining a light on this important topic. https://lnkd.in/en6u3Fg6 #edtech #education #phonefreeschools #edchat