Phone-Free Policies Improve Focus, Safety, and Academic Success
Phone Ban vs. Phone-Free: What’s the difference? Not all school phone policies are effective; some are too vague or difficult to enforce, making a clear, consistent policy—and program—essential.
Put Your Phone Away: Yondr CEO Talks to Kara Swisher
The most connected experiences often start by putting your phone away. At Yondr, we're redefining how we interact with technology to create more meaningful, present moments. Our CEO, Graham Dugoni, recently joined Kara Swisher on her podcast, On with Kara Swisher, to share the story behind our mission, its impact on schools and events, and the more profound philosophy of phone-free spaces.
Navigating the Digital Divide: Key Insights from the NYSUT Disconnected Conference
Nearly 500 educators, students, parents, and policymakers gathered at the recent NYSUT Disconnected Conference to tackle the pressing issues surrounding cellphones, social media, and their impact on education and student mental health. Here are five key moments from the conference that highlight the crucial conversations educators are having nationwide.
YONDR Named to TIME’s List of the Best Inventions of 2024
We are incredibly proud to announce that Yondr has been named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024 list! The list includes 200 groundbreaking inventions that are changing the ways we live, work, play, and think about what’s possible.
Are Students Safer Without Cell Phones?
Many parents recognize the benefits of a phone-free education, but some have concerns over safety. In this blog, Yondr School Safety Partner Don Zesiger argues that a phone-free environment enhances safety by minimizing distractions that can impede effective responses and allowing staff and emergency personnel to effectively manage crises.
Surgeon General Issues New Advisory About Effects of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
Nation’s top health official sets the stage for Yondr to help solve teen mental health crisis