WSCUHSD & The Commons

Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, WSCUHSD is partnering with The Commons — a privacy-first app that helps students stay focused by limiting distracting apps during the school day.

This isn’t just about reducing screen time—it’s about giving students back over 270 hours of learning and peer interaction each year (over 1-month of class time!). Recent studies, including those from JAMA Pediatrics and the Surgeon General, show that excessive phone use during school hours is linked to lower academic performance and increased anxiety and depression in teens. It is also a major contributor to teacher burnout!

With the launch of our updated policy, we are also incorporating a digital citizenship curriculum to help students build lifelong healthy tech habits that go beyond the walls of our school.

With your support, we can create a learning environment where students are fully present, supported, and thriving.

Learn more below or visit www.the-commons.app. You can also view our full cell phone policy here.

West Sonoma County Union High School District