The Impact of Technology on Student Engagement

The head of Georgetown Day School has noticed a significant shift in student engagement over the years, with many students increasingly fixated on their devices instead of engaging with one another. This change has led to a reduction in spontaneous social interactions, diminishing the joy and connection traditionally experienced in a high school setting. With students finding comfort in their screens during social awkwardness, the result is often increased isolation rather than the desired social integration. The decision to ban phones stems from a desire to restore genuine connections among students and help them engage more meaningfully with their peers.