Why this matters:
The new Kansas "bell-to-bell" school phone ban removes parental authority and treats every high school student like an addict, rather than a young adult learning responsibility. Forcing teachers to act as "phone police" is already causing classroom friction, and tech-literate students are spending their time hacking school Chromebooks out of sheer boredom.
We deserve a better system. We are proposing the Teenage Technological Responsibility Waiver. This framework lets parents decide if their child is mature enough to possess a device. In return, students must maintain their grades and follow strict classroom boundaries. If a student fails, the waiver is revoked.
By signing this petition, you are telling the Kansas Legislature and the Olathe School Board that you support parental rights, student accountability, and safer, less stressful classrooms. Sign today to support earned trust over forced restriction.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Won't phones distract students?

Some students struggle with phone use, which is why the waiver can be revoked for poor grades or misconduct. The proposal focuses on earned responsibility rather than unrestricted access.
Q: Why not keep the blanket ban?

The proposal argues that parents should have a role in deciding whether their child may participate, while students remain accountable for their academic performance and behavior.
Q: What happens if a student abuses the privilege?

The waiver may be revoked if the student fails to meet established academic or behavioral standards.
Q: Does this remove teacher authority?

No. Teachers would retain authority to enforce classroom rules and report misuse.