The part that lasts
One family.
One simple tech plan.
You can make a lot of changes in Settings. This is the part you do together. Start small, keep it realistic, and update it whenever your family needs to.
Talk before you toggle.
Ask your child what they enjoy on their device, when it helps them learn, and what makes it hard to stop. Share your concerns without turning the conversation into a lecture.
Then agree on a few habits you'll both remember. A short plan you use is better than a perfect plan that sits in a drawer.
Three helpful questions
What's the device for?
Homework, keeping in touch, creativity, or entertainment?
When do we put it down?
Choose times and places that work for your family.
How do we ask for help?
Make it safe to tell an adult when something feels wrong.
Printable worksheet
Our family technology agreement
Write this together. You can change your minds later.
Hatch PTO | Family Technology
Our family technology agreement
Pick a few rules together. Keep it simple and revisit the plan as your child grows.
1. Devices are helpful when we use them for...
2. Our screen-free times or places are...
3. At night, devices will stay...
4. Before downloading or signing up, we will...
5. If something online feels wrong or confusing...
6. We will check in and update this plan...
Remember: For school-issued iPads, D97 rules and device settings still apply. Parents and kids can revisit this family agreement without changing district-managed restrictions.
Our family:
Date to check in again: