"Nobody wants to get a nasty text message during the middle of the day. This puts a stop to that. It takes the kid out of the virtual world and back into the real world." - Dr. Charles Gallo, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education, Poughkeepsie City School District 📚🌟 With the introduction of the Yondr Program, Poughkeepsie High School students are leaving distractions behind and focusing on their studies. Teachers and students alike report that the shift has led to meaningful interactions and a better school experience. As one senior put it, fewer distractions means more time for learning and connecting with classmates. Read more from the Hudson Valley Press at the link in comments.
About us
Yondr creates phone-free spaces. In our hyperconnected world, we provide a way to engage with what you’re doing and who you’re doing it with. Founded in 2014, Yondr offers a program to help schools, musical artists, comedians, businesses, and individuals eliminate the distraction and intrusion of smartphones and other personal technology. In schools, Yondr fosters distraction-free learning environments to help students connect meaningfully with one another and improve academic performance. For artists, comedians, and entertainers, Yondr allows audiences to be present and for artistic expression to flourish without unwanted recording and sharing. Our patented products and programs are also used in courthouses, weddings, private events, business conferences, warehouses, and more around the world. Our offices are located in Los Angeles, New York, Minneapolis, London, and Sydney.
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- Los Angeles
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- 2014
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Yondr pioneered the concept of phone-free schools in 2014. Our team has developed the products and guidance to help schools create engaging learning environments from arrival to dismissal. Join the phone-free movement at https://bit.ly/3AbfhZO.
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Exciting news from St Swithun's School in Winchester, England! Since partnering with Yondr, they’ve seen a remarkable shift towards a more sociable school atmosphere. Head Teacher Jane Gandee highlights how students are more engaged and focused, allowing for real interactions instead of distractions. Read the full BBC article at the link in the comments.
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Read the article or simply check out this summary about one of America's largest high schools: Brockton High School's Phone-Free Policy: A 🎉 Success! 🎉 📈 Engagement Up! 📵 Phones are secured in Yondr pouches, and students are paying more attention in class. Teachers are seeing more eye contact 👀 than ever before! 🛡️ School is Safer! Fewer problems with violence 😠, teachers missing work 🤒, and students sneaking out 🏃. It seems even clearer that phones were part of the problem 🤔. 🗣️ Students are Talking! The cafeteria is buzzing with conversation 💬! Students are connecting with each other face-to-face 😊 instead of staring at their phones 📱. https://lnkd.in/gMrRB_nB Laura M. Gallant Jenna Boswell, PMP YONDR Sarah Leader Amy R. Acer Jennifer Andrulewicz Frenchie Huey Adina Trager Luke Stultz Alex Simmons Mona Yoast Izaak Castren Andrew Richards Katherine Panayotov AASA, The School Superintendents Association National Education Summit
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"The difference in the classroom has been transformative." We're proud to partner with Stamford School to create a positive phone-free educational space for students in years 7-11. Here's to phone-free focus!
We are delighted to announce that Stamford School is now a Smartphone free space for children aged 11-16. At the start of the new academic year, we introduced the Yondr system across our Senior School, for children in Years 7 – 11. The Yondr system uses a simple, secure, lockable pouch that stores a student’s phone. Every student secures their phone in a personally assigned Yondr pouch when they arrive at school in tutor time. Students maintain possession of their phones but cannot use them until their pouches are unlocked and opened at the end of the school day. Students are required to bring their Yondr pouch to and from school each day and are responsible for their pouch at all times. Senior Deputy Head at Stamford School, Andrew Murphy, comments: “The Smartphone Free Childhood movement is something we are fully in support of at Stamford. 70% of our parents approved of the idea following parent consultation, so back in June we began to prepare for the roll out ready for the new academic year. All our students have Surface Pro devices; therefore, following the successful roll out of this in 2020, we have no need for smartphones in lessons. “The aim of the Yondr pouch within the school space is to minimise distractions in lessons and maximise learning potential. Student engagement in the classroom has increased already, as has student behaviour. What has been particularly noticeable, however, is that we now see children enjoying spending quality time with their peers at break and lunchtime, without the worry of whether they have missed out on something on social media.” YONDR Charlie Lovell Smartphone Free Childhood Mark Steed Amy Lindley
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“It has been a game changer for our students and staff.” - Cindi Hrovat, Principal at Vigo County School Corporation Students in Vigo County, Indiana, are thriving in a phone-free environment thanks to the Yondr program. By reducing cell phone distractions, Yondr enhances students' social and emotional well-being and offers a break from constant scrolling. Read more at https://lnkd.in/e5VB4vc6.
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Yondr is leading the charge with a unique solution that keeps phones out and focus in. Let’s make every moment count—without the distraction of phones. 🌟 Join the phone-free movement at https://www.overyondr.com/.
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Yondr is thrilled to be attending the 2024 PASA-PSBA School Leadership Conference this week! It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with Pennsylvania educators and discuss how we can work together to enhance student engagement, support mental health, and boost academic achievement. We’d love to chat with you about how Yondr’s Phone-Free Schools Program can help your students. Let's connect today! https://lnkd.in/eUkjAzDm
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“Schools that use Yondr pouches are seeing more meals eaten in their cafeterias because kids feel better about eating when they are not being recorded.” This is just one of the many benefits that Yondr school partners are experiencing through phone-free education. By reducing distractions, schools are fostering an environment where learning and personal connections can truly thrive. Visit overyondr.com to learn more.
Opinion: School kids, get off your damn phones! Trust me, you will thank us later
latimes.com
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Yondr was honored to attend NYSUT’s Disconnected Conference last Friday! Our CEO and Founder, Graham Dugoni, had the privilege of participating in a panel on digital literacy. It was an inspiring opportunity to discuss the impacts of cellphones, social media, and technology on education, learning, and mental health with nearly 500 engaged attendees. Thank you to everyone who contributed to such a meaningful conversation! You can watch the full recording of the conference at the link in our comments.
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