They Locked the Phones—Here’s What Happened at This K–8 School – Kathleen Wolney

In this episode of Brighter Together, Kathleen Wolney, Director of Student Services at Grosse Pointe Academy, shares how her team is navigating the growing tension between educational technology and student attention.

From locking up phones and smartwatches to rethinking how and when students engage with screens, Kathleen reveals the bold moves her school is making to reclaim focus, foster connection, and support students with and without learning challenges. This conversation also explores the power of structured literacy and teacher training.

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