wait until 8th

Wait Until 8th is a national initiative that encourages families to wait until the end of 8th grade to give their children a smartphone device and opt instead to use less addictive communication devices

Our local chapter is the Wissahickon School District Chapter. 

Download the Parent Resource Guide

Learn more about the benefits of delaying smartphone use here. 

Sign the pledge and connect with the Wait Until 8th community here. 

Wait Until 8th on Facebook

Wait Until 8th on Instagram

PA Unplugged 

PA Unplugged is a statewide initiative uniting many stakeholders with a common interest in creating a safer environment for our children when it comes to smartphones, particularly in schools. 

Pledge to show your commitment here. 

Change.org Petition - A petition put together by PA Unplugged to show our PA state legislators how much support there is for a comprehensive “bell to bell” phone-free schools policy.

PA Unplugged Facebook Page

PA Unplugged Instagram Page

Additional resources

Greater Philadelphia Digital Wellness Community Facebook Page

Questions or want more info? Contact waituntil8thwissahickon@gmail.com