Smartphone Policy in Schools Feedback Form

School districts in San Diego are required to create a policy limiting smartphone use during school by July 2026. The San Diego County Office of Education and the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency would like to hear your input on the development and implementation of these policies.

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Your input is valued and appreciated!

What are issues schools need to consider when developing a smartphone policy?

What is the best method to ensure that students are not using their smartphones at school when they shouldn’t be? What are some strategies working at schools now?

What strategies would help students adapt to limiting smartphone use during the school day? At home? In their “third spaces”?

How should a smartphone policy address emergency situations?

How can the adults in students’ lives (e.g., teachers, staff, parents, community partners) support students who may rely on smartphones for emotional comfort or as a coping tool?

How can peer leaders or mentors help other students to adjust to this change?

How could schools incorporate feedback from students about their experiences with a phone-free policy to make the transition smoother?

What are ways that communities can help students learn (or relearn) how to initiate and maintain in-person social interactions?

Please identify the school-related role that describes you best.

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