Jeremy LaCasse Turning the Tide on Phone Use in Schools

In this conversation, the gcLi Leadership Podcast discusses the challenges and changes surrounding phone use in educational settings. Jeremy LaCasse, gcLi Executive Directer and Assistant Head of School for Student Life, Taft School. Jeremy shares insights from his experience at Taft, where a phone-free policy during class hours has led to improved student interactions and relationships. The discussion explores the reasons behind the delayed action on phone policies, the positive outcomes of the ban, and the importance of engaging with technology in a way that supports student growth. The episode concludes with reflections on gratitude and the community's role in fostering a positive learning environment.Support the showgcLi Web Site           gcLi  Linkedin          gcLi Facebook          gcLi Twitter