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PROVEN PLAYBOOK

Get Your Community Organized With This Step-by-Step Guide

This exact playbook has helped parent groups across the country successfully change norms around childhood adn technology. No more guessing what to do next—everything you need, when you need it.

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Phase-by-phase action plan

Turning Life On

A Complete Guide to Advocating for EdTech Changes in Your Community

Everything you need to start or grow a Turning Life On group in your community, from building your team to making your first ask of your school district.

Addresses these norms:
Community Building
Your complete roadmap:
1
Get grounded
2
Build your team
3
Grow your community
4
Know the landscape
5
Make the ask
6
Keep going
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Curated from expert organizations across the movement

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Phone-Free Schools Movement

Turning Life On

100+ Communities

How Playbooks Work

No more wondering what to do next. Get expert guidance and proven templates at each step of your campaign.

1. Sign Up & Access

Create your free account and get instant access to the complete playbook with all resources included.

2. Follow Step-by-Step

Work through each phase at your own pace with templates, scripts, and expert guidance built right in.

3. Build Your Coalition

Use proven strategies to recruit parents, engage with schools, and create lasting change in your community.

4. Create Real Change

Track your progress and celebrate milestones as you work toward pro-childhood norms that benefit all kids.

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What's Inside the Playbook

See exactly what you'll get with this comprehensive, battle-tested approach.

A Complete Guide to Advocating for EdTech Changes in Your Community

Everything you need for each phase of your initiative—templates, scripts, and proven strategies.

1
Get grounded
Read the Advocate's Toolkit
Learn where we stand
Practice your 30-second pitch
2
Build your team
Set up your tools
3
Grow your community
Share the community pact
4
Know the landscape
Learn your district
Ask your principal
Map your allies and find your champion
Understand where your community stands
5
Make the ask
Pick your priority
Gather your materials
Request a meeting
Have the meeting
Prepare for pushback
Speak up publicly
Push for a formal decision
6
Keep going
Be patient and persistent
Lean on the coalition
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Common Questions

Everything you need to know about using this playbook.

What if I've never organized anything before?

This playbook is designed for first-time organizers! Every step includes detailed guidance, templates, and expert tips. Most successful parent groups using Four Norms started with zero organizing experience.

How long does this process take?

Most groups see success within 3-6 months, but you control the timeline. The playbook is designed to work around your schedule—spend 2-3 hours per week and make steady progress toward your goals.

What if our school administration or stakeholders aren't interested?

The playbook includes specific strategies for different types of resistance, plus alternative approaches when initial efforts don't work. You'll also connect with other parent groups who've faced similar challenges.

Is this really free?

Yes! Starting with this playbook is completely free. You get access to all phases, templates, and guidance. We offer premium features for advanced users, but most successful campaigns use only the free features.

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