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Turn The Tide Coalition
Petition to End 1:1 Device Programs in Elementary Schools (K-5)
This campaign helps parent groups advocate for developmentally appropriate technology policies in elementary schools by requesting the elimination of 1:1 device programs for students in grades K-5, promoting hands-on learning approaches that protect young children's attention spans and foundational skill development.
Curated from expert organizations across the movement
The Balance Project
Phone-Free Schools Movement
Turning Life On
100+ Communities
How It Works
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1. Guided Setup
Follow our guided process to create and customize the campaign for your community in under 5 minutes.
2. Share & Recruit
Use our one-click sharing tools to invite your network via email, social media, or text. No managing multiple platforms.
3. Collect Signatures
Supporters sign digitally via your unique campaign landing page. No manual work on your end, we track progress for you.
4. Take Action
Generate professional PDFs with signature pages. Present to school boards and stakeholders with confidence and credibility.
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Proven Language That Works
This campaign template has been refined by successful parent organizers and tested in dozens of communities.
Petition to End 1:1 Device Programs in Elementary Schools (K-5)
This campaign helps parent groups advocate for developmentally appropriate technology policies in elementary schools by requesting the elimination of 1:1 device programs for students in grades K-5, promoting hands-on learning approaches that protect young children's attention spans and foundational skill development.
- Handwriting vs. Typing: Research consistently shows that handwriting enhances comprehension, memory retention, and cognitive engagement compared to typing on screens
- Paper vs. Screen Reading: Students demonstrate better reading comprehension and retention when reading from paper materials
- Attention & Focus: Pen-and-paper instruction encourages sustained focus and minimizes the distractions inherent in electronic devices
- Motor Skills Development: Traditional writing fosters fine motor skills critical for young children's development
- Increased eye strain and vision problems
- Reduced attention spans
- Sleep disturbances
- Negative effects on mental health
RESOLVES to:
- Affirm support for pen-and-paper instruction as the primary mode of learning in K-5 classrooms
- Prioritize investments in physical learning materials: printed textbooks, notebooks, and writing supplies
- Provide professional development to educators on maximizing traditional instruction methods
- Reserve screen time for activities where technology offers clear, evidence-based instructional advantages
- The EdTech Revolution has Failed to deliver on its promises
- The False Promise of Device-based Education
- Growing evidence of "The Madness of EdTech"
- Sign this petition to show your support
- Share with other parents in your school community
- Attend the next school board meeting to voice your concerns
- Connect with like-minded families to coordinate advocacy efforts
- Replace [School Board/District Name] with your local board's name
- Add specific concerns from your community
- Include local data or teacher/parent testimonials if available
- Set your signature goal and timeline
Why This Language Works:
- Focuses on shared values, not technology fears
- Uses inclusive "we" language to build community
- Backed by research but stays conversational
- Provides specific, actionable commitments
Common Questions
Everything you need to know about running a successful campaign.
Can I modify the template language?
Absolutely! While our templates provide proven messaging frameworks, you can customize details, add local context, and adjust tone to match your community's needs.
What if I'm not experienced with organizing?
That's exactly why we built this! Our templates include step-by-step guidance, proven language, and everything you need. Most successful organizers using Four Norms had zero experience when they started.
How do digital signatures work?
Parents sign using their name and email on any device. Signatures are legally valid for petitions and generate professional PDFs with signature pages for presentations.
How much time does this take?
Initial setup takes about 5 minutes. After that, most organizers spend 2-3 hours per week managing their campaign. Our automation handles the heavy lifting—you focus on building relationships.
What if no one signs?
Our templates have been tested in 50+ communities with consistently strong results. Plus, you get access to our community of organizers who share what's working. We also provide coaching calls to help troubleshoot.
Is this really free?
Yes! Starting a campaign is completely free. You can collect unlimited signatures and use all our basic tools. We offer premium features for power users, but most successful campaigns use only the free tier.