What Phone Policies Say About the Schools We’re Building

A ringing phone. A Saturday school. A moment that opens up a much bigger conversation about rules, responsibility, and what schools are really trying to protect.Corey Alderdice, a national voice in talent and transformation, explores how the growing movement to restrict cell phone use in schools—both in Arkansas and across the country—reflects deeper questions about school culture, student trust, and the balance between consistency and grace. Drawing from a personal parenting moment, current legislation, and insights from The Anxious Generation, this episode examines why phone-free classrooms have gained momentum, how parents and educators are responding, and whether the consequences attached to these policies are shaping compliance—or something more meaningful.For additional thoughts from Corey, visit coreyalderdice.com.You can also follow him on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, BlueSky, YouTube, Instagram, and Threads.