Yondr Pouches at Deal

[Anonymous]

Why is this any better than just requiring the kids to put their phones into their lockers, wich is what my older kid did for three years at Deal (now in high school) and my younger did last year as a 6th grader?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why is this any better than just requiring the kids to put their phones into their lockers, wich is what my older kid did for three years at Deal (now in high school) and my younger did last year as a 6th grader?

The sack means kids can’t say “oops, I forgot it was in my bag.” So consequences can and will be more draconian. At least that’s the theory. Maybe it doesn’t work but I’m happy they’re trying something.

[Anonymous]

But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

I guess we should just give up then.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

I guess we should just give up then.

As had been mentioned earlier, other schools in the city have lockers/secure boxes in the office or entry area for phones to remain in all day. This seems like easier/cheaper option, in my opinion.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is great. Should happen at every school - and every concert.

+1 Please bring this to MCPS.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

I guess we should just give up then.

As had been mentioned earlier, other schools in the city have lockers/secure boxes in the office or entry area for phones to remain in all day. This seems like easier/cheaper option, in my opinion.

So, hundreds of kids waiting to fumble with keys or combinations? Accusations of stealing from the lockers? Kids who "accidentally" bring their phones being sent all the way back to the lobby?

How is that easier?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

There are several school districts that are having success with this. Why are you such a negative nilly.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

I guess we should just give up then.

As had been mentioned earlier, other schools in the city have lockers/secure boxes in the office or entry area for phones to remain in all day. This seems like easier/cheaper option, in my opinion.

So, hundreds of kids waiting to fumble with keys or combinations? Accusations of stealing from the lockers? Kids who "accidentally" bring their phones being sent all the way back to the lobby?

How is that easier?

This if from the thread about Hardy, a parent from Stuart Hobson wrote this:

"SH also uses a cell phone lock up plan. Best thing they ever did. DC’s 6th grade year was “chaotic” (at best… we were ready to bounce. So many fights, distractions in class, etc) with no cell phone lock up. New policy of lock up in 7th grade was a game changer.

The first few days of collecting and distributing phones will be a bit messy. Then it will be smooth running and so worth it."

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:But how is a pouch going to make it any less likely that a kids says "oops I forgot"? Mark my words -- this will be a huge headache for everyone. Kids will forget or lose their pouch. They also won't be able to get them locked and then won't be able to get them unlocked and so multiple staffers will have to help every morning and every afternoon as a new unfunded duty. Even with adults and paid helpers, is always a massive backup at the shows I've attended

I guess we should just give up then.

As had been mentioned earlier, other schools in the city have lockers/secure boxes in the office or entry area for phones to remain in all day. This seems like easier/cheaper option, in my opinion.

So, hundreds of kids waiting to fumble with keys or combinations? Accusations of stealing from the lockers? Kids who "accidentally" bring their phones being sent all the way back to the lobby?

How is that easier?

This if from the thread about Hardy, a parent from Stuart Hobson wrote this:

"SH also uses a cell phone lock up plan. Best thing they ever did. DC’s 6th grade year was “chaotic” (at best… we were ready to bounce. So many fights, distractions in class, etc) with no cell phone lock up. New policy of lock up in 7th grade was a game changer.

The first few days of collecting and distributing phones will be a bit messy. Then it will be smooth running and so worth it."

Deal has almost 4X as many students as S-H.

People who use Yondr say it's easy too.

[Anonymous]

I'm fine to try the pouches, my kid has an Apple Watch that is helpful for all of us. However I'm a little worried about the whole "hold the device until the end of the term." My kid is pretty good about stuff but he will probably forget at some point that first month...he's 11. So that means he won't get his watch back until November? I can understand that length of time for repeat offenders but I hope there is a small grace period.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm fine to try the pouches, my kid has an Apple Watch that is helpful for all of us. However I'm a little worried about the whole "hold the device until the end of the term." My kid is pretty good about stuff but he will probably forget at some point that first month...he's 11. So that means he won't get his watch back until November? I can understand that length of time for repeat offenders but I hope there is a small grace period.

Have him put it in before he goes to school. Then he won't "forget".

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I'm fine to try the pouches, my kid has an Apple Watch that is helpful for all of us. However I'm a little worried about the whole "hold the device until the end of the term." My kid is pretty good about stuff but he will probably forget at some point that first month...he's 11. So that means he won't get his watch back until November? I can understand that length of time for repeat offenders but I hope there is a small grace period.

Have him put it in before he goes to school. Then he won't "forget".

Yes, that's a good idea. We will come up with a routine that includes that step, as I plan on driving him partially to school. Thanks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do all DCPS students get to benefit from this new tech policy, or just the rich ones in W2 and W3?

Ballou HS has this policy too…

[Anonymous]

Worked as admin in large middle school these patches work. There are not keys to unlock it’s a quick pass through a magnetic device. School can purchase several of these.