One School’s Bold Move to Lock Away Phones Transformed Learning
Starting mid-year, phones were locked away for the entire day
How One School’s Bold Move to Lock Away Phones Transformed Learning
March 3, 2025
What happens when a high school struggling with smartphone distractions takes a bold step and starts locking away all devices — midway through the school year? Even more unusual: the phones aren’t just put away; they’re locked up in classrooms for the entire day, except during lunch. Dr. Delaney interviews Principal Deanna Albert to explore how implementing ‘Away for the Day’ policies transformed both learning and social interactions at Hardin High School.
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