Turn The Tide Coalition - Scarborough Alliance for Thoughtful Tech

A Community of Turn The Tide Coalition

Scarborough, ME

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Together, we are coordinating toward a healthier, less technology-based childhood in Maine, improving our schools and family life, and protecting our kids' mental health.

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Scarborough Alliance for Thoughtful Tech

Petition to End 1:1 Device Programs in Elementary Schools (K-5)

When 1:1 device programs were first introduced in elementary schools, they were driven by the well-intentioned belief that all students needed constant access to computers. However, research has since revealed that this approach actually hinders our youngest learners' development of critical foundational skills like self-regulation, sustained attention, and deep learning abilities. As parents, we have the power to advocate for evidence-based changes that prioritize developmentally appropriate learning environments, ensuring our elementary students build the strong cognitive and social foundations they'll need to become thoughtful, capable technology users as they mature.

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