Upcoming Events
NEW! 2026 Tech Education Series
In partnership with District 102, Hold the Phone is excited to kick off our 2026 Tech Education Series! In an effort to build community through shared digital education, we look forward to bringing you events for both parents and kids.
January 28th - Emily Cherkin
Parent Event
Park Auditorium, 7pm - Free and open to the public
We will welcome nationally recognized author and speaker Emily Cherkin, MEd. Attendees will gain insight into:
Current statistics on children, education, and screen use
How executive function skills develop—and how screentime can impact them
The role of persuasive design in fueling screen-related conflict
Research-based recommendations for intentional, healthy screen use
Greater confidence in setting tech boundaries and norms at home
February 25th - “SCREENAGERS”
Parent and kid Event
Park Auditorium, 6:30pm - Free and open to the public
We will screen an elementary school edition of the documentary “Screenagers” focused on elementary school kids, told from their POV.
For Kids
D102 School Assemblies
“Digital Literacy” assemblies focused on digital reputation, screen time health and privacy habits for grades 3-8.
Spring 2026
Spring 2026
For Parents
Spring parent sessions
Connecting the dots - Hear what the kids learned in their assemblies and how to reinforce these principles at home.
Who can participate
Any parent of a D102 Student
Why Participate
To improve your habits, get more of your life back AND model healthy tech habits for your kids. (Don’t forget to tell them that you’re doing this challenge!)
how to participate
For each week, choose ONE task (from the easy, medium or tricky category) and try to accomplish it for the entire week. Then fill out the form at the end of the challenge. Recruit your friends to join you!
what you can win
Brick Phone Blocker, Spa Gift Cards, Bellbird Gift Card, Tools for an Analog Life (alarm clock, paper planner) and more!
