NEW YORK SCHOOLS

GO PHONE-FREE

Yondr has been helping students thrive, distraction-free, for over a decade. One-third of New York public secondary schools have already unplugged and are reaping the benefits of phone-free learning with Yondr.

OUR LEADING APPROACH

At Yondr, we believe the pouch is just one piece of the puzzle. The Yondr Phone-Free Schools Program includes a suite of resources designed to ensure a seamless transition, based on 10+ years experience working with thousands of educators around the world.

Our leading approach empowers schools:

  • Policy Consultation and Development

  • Operational Planning and Equipment

  • Training and Ongoing Support

Our unique, lockable pouch means students keep their phones, but cannot access them during the school day. Teachers no longer have to be the phone police, and pupils get a much needed 6-8 hour break from digital distractions.

PHONE-FREE FOCUS.
PROVEN RESULTS.

Millions of Students use Yondr Everyday.
We partner with thousands of schools across
35 countries.

WHAT NEW YORK YONDR PARTNERS ARE SAYING

  • “Seeing students walking through the hall and socializing with their peers and teachers rather than looking at their devices is inspiring.”

    — Dr. Donald Stevens
    Superintendent, Watervliet City School District

    Progress Report: WJSHS Phone-Free Learning Environment

  • “It takes the kid out of the virtual world and back into the real world.”

    — Dr. Charles Gallo
    Assistant Superintendent, Poughkeepsie City School District

    Hudson Valley Press: Cell Phone Pouches Boost Student Engagement

  • “I think it’s one of the best initiatives that we’ve undertaken in my 19 years here.”

    — Jen McClure
    Teacher, Schoharie Central School District

    Spectrum Loca News: How Schoharie’s new cellphone policy is impacting students.

NEW AND NOTEWORTHY

Explore real stories, expert insights, and local leadership shaping New York’s phone-free future.

A quick look at how Yondr’s Phone-Free Program helps schools create focused, phone-free environments—without taking phones away.

Excessive screen time is fueling anxiety and disengagement. Learn how phone-free classrooms help students reset and reengage.

Nearly 500 NY educators spoke out at the NYSUT Disconnected conference about the impact of phones in schools—and the urgent need for real solutions.

MEET YOUR NEW YORK TEAM

ANDREW RICHARDS

Account Executive | Upstate New York

KELVIN TIRADO

Mid-Market Account Executive | New York

BROOKE FERA

Account Executive | New York City & Long Island

BETHANY DAVIS

Sales Manager | New York