Eyes Up, Phones Down - Creating a Phone-Free School Environment

Explore a transformative TEDMED conversation where host Kelly Thomas, PhD interviews Bill Knauer, Head of The Harvey School, about their groundbreaking transition to a phone-free campus environment. Learn about the profound changes in school culture, enhanced communication patterns, and strengthened community bonds that emerged when teachers, students, and staff disconnected from their mobile devices. Discover the remarkable impact of this 40-minute discussion that delves into how removing phones from the educational setting has revolutionized social interactions and created a more engaged learning environment.