As new cellphone policies take effect for the 2025–2026 school year, Common Sense is here to support your school community through the transition. Whether you're just getting started or looking for new strategies to strengthen your approach, the resources below offer practical advice and guidance for all of the stakeholders in your community.
School cellphone policies shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. School size, caregiver concerns, and infrastructure are just some of the factors to consider. Each school's policy needs to make sense for the community it serves, and—to be effective—the whole community needs to understand and support it.
Creating a phone-free environment in school helps students stay engaged, build stronger relationships, and focus on their learning—leading to healthier, more connected school communities.
The shift to phone-free learning isn't always easy for students. These resources can help you set clear expectations, help students think critically about their phone use, and cultivate a focused, connected classroom where everyone can thrive.
Families play a key role in supporting phone-free learning. As you communicate about what's changing, these ready-to-share resources can help explain why phone-free learning matters, and how parents and caregivers can help support kids with this transition.
