As Wisconsin schools implement new policies addressing student cellphone use during the school day, school leaders, educators, and families may be wondering what these changes will look like in practice. 

UW-Madison Division of Extension is offering the Wisconsin School Phone Bans Webinar Series, a three-part virtual series featuring research and guidance for supporting students at school and at home. 

📵 Implementing School Phone Bans 
Monday, August 31, 2026 | 12:00–1:15 p.m. | $10 to attend 
Designed for school and district leaders, principals, and support staff. This session will address policy implementation, communication, staff alignment, and building community support. 

💡 Managing Phone-Free Learning 
Monday, August 31, 2026 | 5:30–6:00 p.m. | $5 to attend 
Designed for educators and school staff. This session will share practical strategies for establishing classroom routines, responding to challenges, and helping students adjust to phone-free learning. 

🌎 Parenting in a Digital World 
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 6:00–6:30 p.m. | Free to attend 
Designed for parents and caregivers. This session will explore how families can support children through school phone policy changes while building healthy and realistic digital habits at home. 

Participants are welcome to attend multiple sessions. Registration fees from the professional sessions help support our continued ability to offer free classes and resources for Wisconsin families. 

✏️ Learn more and register: 
https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/2026/07/14/from-policy-to-practice-wisconsin-school-phone-bans/ 

We hope to see you there!