PTC Wellness Committee

Group 3: Community change and Gen Z's thoughts

Communities are addressing smartphone and social media use: parents, schools, lawsuits and legislation all play roles. Also, a large survey of 18-26 year olds gives us a picture of how Gen Z feels about smartphones and social media.

Articles:

• Gen Z & Social Media 
• Social Media & Cellphones 

Group 4: Backlash to cellphone regulation from parents and kids

Parents want to connect with their kids for convenience and safety, but are kids safer with phones at school? Also, are Yondr pouches (which lock phones away for the day) working for academics, teachers and students?

Articles:

• Backlash to cellphone regulation 
• Cell Phone Pouches Promise to Improve Focus at School. Kids Aren't Convinced