The Commons™ - Disconnect to Reconnect

For school leaders and teachers overwhelmed by the disruptions of social media, The Commons™ proprietary technology automatically blocks students’ access to distracting apps as they enter campus, while maintaining access to critical communication functions such as call and text.

Unlike physical storage solutions or blanket bans, The Commons™ is simple to set up and sustain year-after-year allowing school administrators to restore real presence and togetherness so that teachers can focus on teaching, students feel they belong, and everyone thrives.

Students lose 270 learning hours each year from cell phones

‘Teens are spending an average of 1.5 hours, of a 6.5 hour school day, on cell phones, with 25% of students logging on for more than two hours.’

Adolescent Smartphone Use During School Hours, JAMA Pediatrics 2025

Community thrives where distractions don’t.

Smart Activation

Automatically blocks distraction technology while preserving critical communication functions.

Sustainable Solution

No physical equipment to maintain or manage; consistent, automated activation across campus

Privacy-First Design

Customizable policies that respect student privacy while providing actionable insights

Real-Time Analytics

Dashboard analytics show which aren’t following the policy helping inform decision-making and policy refinement

Make it Common.

Make your school a place where curiosity, [human] connection, and growth thrive without “distraction technology.”

Students and educators engage more deeply without the pull of endless disruptions. Essential communication remains at hand, yet distracting apps fade into the background. This is the world The Commons™ is helping build—where technology supports learning, relationships flourish, and everyone can be fully present together.

Contact us to find out more about becoming a Fall 2025 pilot school.

Interested in making your school a place where curiosity, connection, and growth thrive?

We’d love to hear from you—whether you’re a school leader, community partner, or potential investor.

Tell us a bit about yourself, and we’ll be in touch soon to explore how The Commons™ can help you achieve your goals.