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Can my child still use their phone for medical or academic needs?

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Can my child still use their phone for medical or academic needs?

Learn how schools can make exceptions in The Commons for essential medical, academic, or accessibility apps.

Last updated on 20 Jul, 2025

Yes — if your child needs their phone for medical, academic, or accessibility purposes, The Commons can allow approved apps to remain accessible while still blocking distracting apps.

To ensure these apps are available during the school day, please notify your school’s principal or administrative team.

The goal of The Commons is to support student focus

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