Indiana college student Cole backs #AwayForTheDay 📵 Stronger phone policies = stronger learning. Hear his take:

For anyone following the #awayfortheday legislation, #SB78, check out this update from today. #INLegis

Today, passionate advocates are at the Statehouse rallying behind #HB1423. They believe this bill is a step toward closing the opportunity gap, keeping our schools accountable, ensuring safe schools and buildings, and providing reliable transportation for every student.

And if you believe our schools should be places where students can focus, learn, and thrive without constant phone distractions, pledge to act today: https://t.co/bmWC1O6fcF Together, we can make classrooms healthier learning environments for every child. 💪📚

If you missed her powerful story, you can read it here: 👉

In December, LaToya spoke before the Senate Education Committee to share why she supports #SB78. She explained why Indiana needs stronger cell phone policies in schools—and how her own perspective shifted after seeing the impact on her kids.

Read more on @ChalkbeatIN:

House Bill 1423 is being heard Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the House Education Committee. Yesterday Dontia, an IPS dad who has been pushing for change for years, told us he's hopeful about what this bill could mean for families:

As Indiana considers similar legislation now, read how Ohio parents and teachers feel that bell-to-bell, phone-free policies are helping their students: https://t.co/IPK38nrjY3

🚍 Transportation = Opportunity For many Indy families, school choice isn’t real without a way to get kids there. As Stephanie Jackson told @IndyStar: “Consistent transportation…is one of the best things you can do for a working parent.” #ICYMI Read more: https://t.co/gSPH9QmJ3p

📢 Indiana’s Class of 2025 hit a record 92% graduation rate — with big gains across student groups, though disparities remain. This milestone shows progress & the work still ahead. Dive into the full story and see how your high school did on @wfyi:

✅ After signing, you’ll have the chance to share your story—written or video—about why this matters to you. #StandForChildrenIN #TakeAction

Our recent survey shows overwhelming support for a stronger smartphone policy in Indiana schools. If you support a stronger “Away for the Day” policy, sign the pledge today!

📱 Two bills in the Indiana General Assembly aim to make classrooms phone-free, creating a better learning environment for students. The Senate version of the bill will get another hearing in January, and momentum is building. https://t.co/qanWt0mAaD

Two recent surveys tell the story: ✅ Over 60% of Hoosiers—including parents, educators, and voters—support keeping phones away for the day. Learn more about SB 78 and what Hoosiers are saying in our latest press release: 👉 Read here:

Big news at the Statehouse today! When the Senate adjourns, they’ll take up SB 78—a bill to strengthen Indiana’s cell phone policy in schools, helping boost academic achievement and student well-being.

Cole shared why this policy matters for classrooms—and his story is worth watching: 🎥 Watch here: https://t.co/BXPiivZNMh If you agree, take action this legislative session: 👉 Pledge now:

Thank you to everyone who joined our Legislative Summit last night! We had powerful conversations about school accountability and the importance of an “Away for the Day” cell phone policy to keep students focused and safe.

An “Away for the Day” approach = fewer distractions, better focus, improved academics, and safer schools. Bills include exceptions for medical needs, translation, and IEP accommodations. #AwayForTheDay

📱 Over 60% of our survey respondents support an #AwayForTheDay cell phone policy—and shared powerful reasons why. Read more about Indiana’s proposed bills: 🔗 https://t.co/bWXhm3rVjP