The PD Exchange

How Effective Phone-Free Environments Deliver Real Results

Wednesday 21 January 2026·8:15 pm

Michigan educators have long felt the pain points of student cell phone use, and as more states enact related legislation, Michigan is looking likely to follow soon. Discover how phone-free environments can transform your culture by boosting school safety, student engagement, and academic outcomes. In this session, Superintendent Mark Kleinhans of Dearborn Heights District #7 will share his firsthand experience implementing and sustaining phone-free learning across his district. Whether you’re considering your options or already have an existing policy, this session will provide practical tools, insights, and confidence to ensure a successful and sustainable phone-free school day.

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