Media and tech guidance that supports your school’s educators, students, and families

Common Sense is an independent nonprofit on a mission to make media and technology safer, healthier, and more equitable

for kids everywhere. We take a whole community approach to help kids thrive at home, in the classroom, and in the world.

The Connected Schools program, designed primarily for independent schools, offers curated and research-backed

resources to help schools build a positive culture around technology. The program helps families and educators use

media and tech responsibly and effectively for learning and life. It’s rooted in Common Sense Media’s original research, extensive library of age-based ratings and reviews, our award-winning K–12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum, and

trusted parenting guidance.

"Our partnership with Common Sense Media provides us with a valuable go-to resource for educators and families as we all navigate digital lives and learning. Their commitment to thoughtful and comprehensive research is a critical aspect of this partnership."

– Julie King, Assistant Head of School & Director of Educational Technology, The Buckley School

Take advantage of turnkey, go-to resources (that you don’t have to write or organize).

Foster connections between educators, students, and families in your school community.

Amplify your school’s commitment to digital citizenship and well-being.

Be part of a global network of like-minded schools and organizations.

Support Common Sense’s nonprofit work to build a more healthy, equitable, and empowering future for all kids in the digital age.

The membership fee for 2024–2025 is $1,200.

This program is 100% virtual. 

Membership fees help us provide our free curriculum and self-guided resources to public schools across the country, including over 89% of Title I schools. 

Membership includes curated virtual events and learning opportunities for parents, caregivers, and educators.

Four high-quality live webinars, sharing the latest research on kids and technology, with practical tips on how to manage media and tech in the home and featuring experts in the field.

Recent topics: digital wellness, managing toxic online culture, skills needed before getting a first phone, and living with and learning from artificial intelligence. Promotional materials provided. (full playlist)

Common Sense’s ‘Tip of the Week.’ Weekly nuggets of information related to parenting around media and tech that you can share with your community. (tips archive)

A Connected Schools member badge you can add to your school’s website to amplify your commitment to digital citizenship and well-being.

1:1 virtual collaborative event just for your school.

Parent office hours with the Common Sense team.

Two virtual, live professional development webinars just for our

Connected Schools educators, in addition to all of Common Sense

Education’s ongoing general PD sessions. (playlist)

Educator office hours with the Common Sense team.

Weekly updates on all that’s new from Common Sense, including lesson plans, parenting guidance, and research.

Access to the Connected Schools member hub.

 Invitations to local events near you, when available.

Prompt concierge support from a real person.

"Mirman School is creating responsible digital citizens thanks to our Connected Schools partnership with Common Sense. The access to curricular resources and quality parent learning opportunities enlightens our entire community and creates a shared language in which we can guide our students into positive device and media use."

– Ray Cunningham, Director of Technology, Mirman School (Los Angeles)

If you have any questions about the program, contact us to learn more.

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