05/14/2026
We are becoming more aware of the effects cell phones have on the well-being of our children. Earlier this year, your 3rd-5th grade students participated in the Climate, Safety and Wellness Inventory, and the results highlight the impact cell phones are having. Negative numbers indicate a less favorable response and positive numbers are more favorable. See attached picture.
With this data in mind, consider joining a growing group of parents choosing to delay giving their children smart phones until the end of middle school. If you would like to connect with like-minded parents or learn more about alternative options to smart phones, reach out to Ashleigh Makala ([email protected]).
We share this information with the goal of expanding the conversation around cellphone and options. Please know that the intent is never to shame or judge anyone. Parenting is hard work and we all strive to make the best choices possible for our children. Children's access to cellphones is a personal choice that every family has to make. We understand families make these decisions for many reasons and situations, from family needs, schedules, safety, sports, location sharing, and much more. No two situations are the same and we are here to support all our families.