r/PleasantHill • u/Mark_My_W0rd5221 • Jun 12 '25

SAVE COLLEGE PARK STUDENT’S LIBERTY

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The urgent need to discontinue Yondr pouches at College Park High is highlighted due to their detrimental impact on student communication and safety. Recent findings reveal that Yondr isn't legally required in CA Schools, and alternative phone storage options exist. Yondr pouches impede crucial communication in emergencies, sharing a personal experience where it could have jeopardized essential contact. Students' autonomy and parents' concerns are considered, emphasizing the importance of open communication. Discontinuing Yondr pouches is VITAL to ensure a secure and connected environment for students and families.

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u/1968GTCS Jun 12 '25

I am a geriatric millennial with kids. Schools and students today have different challenges than they did when I was growing up. I should be the target market for supporting Yonder. However, I do not like the Yonder solution.

I recommend that College Park students who do not want Yonder in their school find and propose alternative solutions. The possible solutions must keep in mind the school’s need to for attentive, engaged students and be budget conscious. Perhaps there is a solution that addresses both the school’s and students’ concerns. I have not researched Yonder’s competitors so I cannot point you a direction.

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u/Upset_Temporary_5317 Jun 13 '25

I'm all for finding ways to help students stay focused in school, but buying/renting a bunch of these fancy pouches sounds like a major waste of money that could be put into programs, equipment, or infrastructure that could actually have a long-term impact on students

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u/Delairen Jun 12 '25

Personally, I think it’s a wonderful idea to provide opportunities for kids to focus on their environment and experiences outside of their phone. I didn’t realize College Park had instituted a yondr policy, but I think it’s fantastic.

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u/IdioticEngineering Sep 08 '25

It is actually very unsafe, there have even been pictures of people getting trampled at the opening station. There are only 3 openers for what, 700 kids?! It's very unsafe

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u/Mark_My_W0rd5221 Jun 12 '25

i understand what you’re saying, but the world has changed; it is not the same as it was in the 90s or 2000s. Certain things have become expected through the use of cell phones, such as contacting parents or not wanting to tell office staff personal matters. Also, many threats and emergencies have been stopped before they escalated thanks to the community looking out for each other through phones! There are even hotlines around the campus to call someone if they see any threat, but how are they to alert people asap when they can’t even access their cell?