Restore Childhood. Transform Education. Pledge Your Support.
Emily has spent the last decade at the forefront of challenging how families, children, and schools use technology. Emily speaks, writes, testifies, and teaches. She is confronting EdTech directly with her precedent-setting lawsuit against PowerSchool, Inc.
Emily's work is featured on:
Restore Childhood. Transform Education. Pledge Your Support.
Emily has spent the last decade at the forefront of challenging how families, children, and schools use technology. Emily speaks, writes, testifies, and teaches. She is confronting EdTech directly with her precedent-setting lawsuit against PowerSchool, Inc.
Emily's work is featured on:
Restore Childhood. Transform Education. Pledge Your Support.
Emily has spent the last decade at the forefront of challenging how families, children, and schools use technology. Emily speaks, writes, testifies, and teaches. She is confronting EdTech directly with her precedent-setting lawsuit against PowerSchool, Inc.
Emily's work is featured on:
Your Suport.
Why Your Support Matters
Now, more than ever.
We Need To Counter Escalating EdTech Harms
Directly combat the growing and pervasive harmful effects of the EdTech industry on the well-being and development of our youth.
We Need to Respond to Urgent Global Needs
Proactively shield your institution from potential lawsuits and compliance issues stemming from unchecked EdTech use.
We Want To Pioneer a New Educational Future
Guide school leaders and policymakers in fundamentally rethinking technology's role at this pivotal moment for our children's well-being.
Your Suport.
Why Your Support Matters
Now, more than ever.
We Need To Counter Escalating EdTech Harms
Directly combat the growing and pervasive harmful effects of the EdTech industry on the well-being and development of our youth.
We Need to Respond to Urgent Global Needs
Proactively shield your institution from potential lawsuits and compliance issues stemming from unchecked EdTech use.
We Want To Pioneer a New Educational Future
Guide school leaders and policymakers in fundamentally rethinking technology's role at this pivotal moment for our children's well-being.
Your Suport.
Why Your Support Matters
Now, more than ever.
We Need To Counter Escalating EdTech Harms
Directly combat the growing and pervasive harmful effects of the EdTech industry on the well-being and development of our youth.
We Need to Respond to Urgent Global Needs
Proactively shield your institution from potential lawsuits and compliance issues stemming from unchecked EdTech use.
We Want To Pioneer a New Educational Future
Guide school leaders and policymakers in fundamentally rethinking technology's role at this pivotal moment for our children's well-being.
Support.
How Can you Help support Emily's Mission?
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public
awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable, protecting democracy, one student and one classroom at a time.
Become a T.I.M.E. Collective Ambassador
The T.I.M.E. (Tech-Intentional Movement for Education) Collective is a centralized network supporting organizing efforts for parents, teachers, and school leaders in their communities. Members gain access to experts, webinars, office hours with Emily, and more. Ambassadors are community leaders who drive growth and receive additional benefits.
Our Goal:
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members by January 1, 2026.
Your Support Funds:
Website & Admin: Covers administrative and website needs.
Leader Recruitment: Funds efforts to bring in strong leaders.
Ambassador Benefits: Supports additional training and meetings.
Investment Opportunity:
$2,500 per Ambassador
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Our Goal:
Fund ten school talks, each for $10,000, over the next 10 months.
Your Support Funds:
Speaking Fees: Covers Emily's professional fees.
Travel Expenses: Ensures travel costs are covered.
Accessibility: Makes her message accessible to all schools.
Investment Opportunity:
$10,000 per School Presentation
Support a Tech-Intentional™ School Certification Pilot
School administrators need support in transitioning their schools to a tech-intentional framework. When schools become Tech-Intentional™ Certified, children thrive, teachers feel supported, and parents are thrilled to send their children to such a school.
Our Goal:
Find passionate school leaders to for broader educational change.
Your Support Funds:
Pilot Development: Supports framework creation and refinement.
School Implementation: Funds initial transition costs for pilot schools.
Scalable Model: Establishes a roadmap for widespread change.
Investment Opportunity:
Year 1: Pilot one school ($250,000)
Year 2: Add second pilot school ($250,000) + Year 2 for first school ($200,000)
Change Policy Around the World
From D.C. to Dubai, Louisville to London, and Kenya to Kazakhstan, Emily fights for parents, children, and schools around the world. She is invited to testify before policymakers, consult on model legislation, and speak to lawmakers and ministers from around the world.
Our Goal:
Establish funding for quick travel to give testimony or talks worldwide.
Your Support Funds:
Travel & Logistics: Covers domestic and international travel expenses.
Supports Emily's research and delivery time.
Global Reach: Ensures her voice reaches critical policy discussions.
Investment Opportunity:
Flexible funding for travel to an event or speaking opportunity.
Not sure which option is right for you?
Support.
How Can you Help support Emily's Mission?
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public
awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable, protecting democracy, one student and one classroom at a time.
Become a T.I.M.E. Collective Ambassador
The T.I.M.E. (Tech-Intentional Movement for Education) Collective is a centralized network supporting organizing efforts for parents, teachers, and school leaders in their communities. Members gain access to experts, webinars, office hours with Emily, and more. Ambassadors are community leaders who drive growth and receive additional benefits.
Our Goal:
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members by January 1, 2026.
Your Support Funds:
Website & Admin: Covers administrative and website needs.
Leader Recruitment: Funds efforts to bring in strong leaders.
Ambassador Benefits: Supports additional training and meetings.
Investment Opportunity:
$2,500 per Ambassador
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Our Goal:
Fund ten school talks, each for $10,000, over the next 10 months.
Your Support Funds:
Speaking Fees: Covers Emily's professional fees.
Travel Expenses: Ensures travel costs are covered.
Accessibility: Makes her message accessible to all schools.
Investment Opportunity:
$10,000 per School Presentation
Support a Tech-Intentional™ School Certification Pilot
School administrators need support in transitioning their schools to a tech-intentional framework. When schools become Tech-Intentional™ Certified, children thrive, teachers feel supported, and parents are thrilled to send their children to such a school.
Our Goal:
Find passionate school leaders to for broader educational change.
Your Support Funds:
Pilot Development: Supports framework creation and refinement.
School Implementation: Funds initial transition costs for pilot schools.
Scalable Model: Establishes a roadmap for widespread change.
Investment Opportunity:
Year 1: Pilot one school ($250,000)
Year 2: Add second pilot school ($250,000) + Year 2 for first school ($200,000)
Change Policy Around the World
From D.C. to Dubai, Louisville to London, and Kenya to Kazakhstan, Emily fights for parents, children, and schools around the world. She is invited to testify before policymakers, consult on model legislation, and speak to lawmakers and ministers from around the world.
Our Goal:
Establish funding for quick travel to give testimony or talks worldwide.
Your Support Funds:
Travel & Logistics: Covers domestic and international travel expenses.
Supports Emily's research and delivery time.
Global Reach: Ensures her voice reaches critical policy discussions.
Investment Opportunity:
Flexible funding for travel to an event or speaking opportunity.
Not sure which option is right for you?
Support.
How Can you Help support Emily's Mission?
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public
awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable, protecting democracy, one student and one classroom at a time.
Become a T.I.M.E. Collective Ambassador
The T.I.M.E. (Tech-Intentional Movement for Education) Collective is a centralized network supporting organizing efforts for parents, teachers, and school leaders in their communities. Members gain access to experts, webinars, office hours with Emily, and more. Ambassadors are community leaders who drive growth and receive additional benefits.
Our Goal:
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members by January 1, 2026.
Your Support Funds:
Website & Admin: Covers administrative and website needs.
Leader Recruitment: Funds efforts to bring in strong leaders.
Ambassador Benefits: Supports additional training and meetings.
Investment Opportunity:
$2,500 per Ambassador
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Our Goal:
Fund ten school talks, each for $10,000, over the next 10 months.
Your Support Funds:
Speaking Fees: Covers Emily's professional fees.
Travel Expenses: Ensures travel costs are covered.
Accessibility: Makes her message accessible to all schools.
Investment Opportunity:
$10,000 per School Presentation
Support a Tech-Intentional™ School Certification Pilot
School administrators need support in transitioning their schools to a tech-intentional framework. When schools become Tech-Intentional™ Certified, children thrive, teachers feel supported, and parents are thrilled to send their children to such a school.
Our Goal:
Find passionate school leaders to for broader educational change.
Your Support Funds:
Pilot Development: Supports framework creation and refinement.
School Implementation: Funds initial transition costs for pilot schools.
Scalable Model: Establishes a roadmap for widespread change.
Investment Opportunity:
Year 1: Pilot one school ($250,000)
Year 2: Add second pilot school ($250,000) + Year 2 for first school ($200,000)
Change Policy Around the World
From D.C. to Dubai, Louisville to London, and Kenya to Kazakhstan, Emily fights for parents, children, and schools around the world. She is invited to testify before policymakers, consult on model legislation, and speak to lawmakers and ministers from around the world.
Our Goal:
Establish funding for quick travel to give testimony or talks worldwide.
Your Support Funds:
Travel & Logistics: Covers domestic and international travel expenses.
Supports Emily's research and delivery time.
Global Reach: Ensures her voice reaches critical policy discussions.
Investment Opportunity:
Flexible funding for travel to an event or speaking opportunity.
Not sure which option is right for you?
Emily’s Track Record
Emily’s Track Record
Emily’s Track Record
Emily's Track Record: 10+ Years of Impact: A Decade of Driving Tech-Intentional Change
With over a decade of dedicated work in the field of technology and child development, Emily Cherkin has established herself as a leading voice and an unwavering advocate for tech-intentional living. Her extensive experience, impactful initiatives, and widespread recognition underscore her commitment to fostering healthier digital environments for children, families, and communities worldwide.
Speaking Events.
Your support Will make
things happen.
July 30, 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Emily Cherkin, and Colin Samuel in New York
Emily is hosting a free live event in NYC with Colin Samuel from the Brearley School to discuss EdTech in schools.
August 18, 2025
Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media panel in Seattle
Emily will participate in a panel discussion following a screening of the new documentary "Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media".
September 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Boston
Emily is working with Boston-area educators and advocates for an event addressing EdTech and AI in schools.
October 15-17, 2025
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Emily is presenting on EdTech and AI at the inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
November 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: International
Emily is meeting with UK reformers to build a broader EdTech strategy for policymakers, educators, and schools.
March 2026
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress Followup Event in new york city
Following the Kazakhstan event, Emily and her fellow presenters will meet in New York City to present their findings to global policymakers.
Speaking Events.
Your support Will make
things happen.
July 30, 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Emily Cherkin, and Colin Samuel in New York
Emily is hosting a free live event in NYC with Colin Samuel from the Brearley School to discuss EdTech in schools.
August 18, 2025
Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media panel in Seattle
Emily will participate in a panel discussion following a screening of the new documentary "Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media".
September 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Boston
Emily is working with Boston-area educators and advocates for an event addressing EdTech and AI in schools.
October 15-17, 2025
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Emily is presenting on EdTech and AI at the inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
November 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: International
Emily is meeting with UK reformers to build a broader EdTech strategy for policymakers, educators, and schools.
March 2026
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress Followup Event in new york city
Following the Kazakhstan event, Emily and her fellow presenters will meet in New York City to present their findings to global policymakers.
Speaking Events.
Your support Will make
things happen.
July 30, 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Emily Cherkin, and Colin Samuel in New York
Emily is hosting a free live event in NYC with Colin Samuel from the Brearley School to discuss EdTech in schools.
August 18, 2025
Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media panel in Seattle
Emily will participate in a panel discussion following a screening of the new documentary "Can't Look Away: The Dangers of Social Media".
September 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: Boston
Emily is working with Boston-area educators and advocates for an event addressing EdTech and AI in schools.
October 15-17, 2025
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Emily is presenting on EdTech and AI at the inaugural World Inclusion Congress in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
November 2025
Let's Talk EdTech: International
Emily is meeting with UK reformers to build a broader EdTech strategy for policymakers, educators, and schools.
March 2026
Inaugural World Inclusion Congress Followup Event in new york city
Following the Kazakhstan event, Emily and her fellow presenters will meet in New York City to present their findings to global policymakers.
"Emily Cherkin is one of the greatest specialists in the area of EdTech. She is a teacher, a mother, a campaigner, and an expert."
Hugh Grant
"Emily Cherkin is one of the greatest specialists in the area of EdTech. She is a teacher, a mother, a campaigner, and an expert."
Hugh Grant
"Emily Cherkin is one of the greatest specialists in the area of EdTech. She is a teacher, a mother, a campaigner, and an expert."
Hugh Grant
Support.
We’re Seeking $250K to
Kickstart This Movement.
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable– protecting democracy one student and one classroom at a time.
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members
Expanding our centralized network to empower more parents, teachers, and school leaders in their local communities.
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Partner with 2-4 schools on full-scale transformations
Piloting the comprehensive Tech-Intentional™ School Certification program to create leading models for balanced digital environments.
Attend/present at 3-4 key policy conferences per year
Ensuring Emily's expert voice is heard and actively influences critical policy discussions and legislative efforts on a global scale.
Support.
We’re Seeking $250K to
Kickstart This Movement.
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable– protecting democracy one student and one classroom at a time.
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members
Expanding our centralized network to empower more parents, teachers, and school leaders in their local communities.
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Partner with 2-4 schools on full-scale transformations
Piloting the comprehensive Tech-Intentional™ School Certification program to create leading models for balanced digital environments.
Attend/present at 3-4 key policy conferences per year
Ensuring Emily's expert voice is heard and actively influences critical policy discussions and legislative efforts on a global scale.
Support.
We’re Seeking $250K to
Kickstart This Movement.
Emily is up for the challenge, but she cannot do this alone. With your support, we can scale litigation, advocacy, and public awareness to hold EdTech companies accountable– protecting democracy one student and one classroom at a time.
Grow the T.I.M.E. Collective to 100 members
Expanding our centralized network to empower more parents, teachers, and school leaders in their local communities.
10 for 10: Funding School Talks
Emily wants to bring her message of tech-intentionality to as many communities as possible. While there is no shortage of schools requesting Emily’s support; there is often a lack of funding for these schools to fund Emily’s presentations.
Partner with 2-4 schools on full-scale transformations
Piloting the comprehensive Tech-Intentional™ School Certification program to create leading models for balanced digital environments.
Attend/present at 3-4 key policy conferences per year
Ensuring Emily's expert voice is heard and actively influences critical policy discussions and legislative efforts on a global scale.
Have a question?
Have a question?
Have a question?
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Supporting Emily's Work
Can I just write you a check?
Can my contribution be specifically targeted?
Is this tax deductible?
I want to support Emily’s work. Are there other ways to support her?
We are a technology company. Can we fund you?
Have another question?
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Supporting Emily's Work
Can I just write you a check?
Can my contribution be specifically targeted?
Is this tax deductible?
I want to support Emily’s work. Are there other ways to support her?
We are a technology company. Can we fund you?
Have another question?
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Supporting Emily's Work
Can I just write you a check?
Can my contribution be specifically targeted?
Is this tax deductible?
I want to support Emily’s work. Are there other ways to support her?
We are a technology company. Can we fund you?
Have another question?
Being tech-intentional™ in schools means only using screen-based technologies that enhance, nurture, and support our teachers, our students, and our community in a way that aligns with our values, mission, pedagogy, and child development, and resisting, delaying, or limiting any type of digital technology use that interferes with healthy mental, physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
Being tech-intentional™ in schools means only using screen-based technologies that enhance, nurture, and support our teachers, our students, and our community in a way that aligns with our values, mission, pedagogy, and child development, and resisting, delaying, or limiting any type of digital technology use that interferes with healthy mental, physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
Being tech-intentional™ in schools means only using screen-based technologies that enhance, nurture, and support our teachers, our students, and our community in a way that aligns with our values, mission, pedagogy, and child development, and resisting, delaying, or limiting any type of digital technology use that interferes with healthy mental, physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
A tech-based childhood is not inevitable. We have a choice, and we must act now.
As a sought-after guest, Emily shares her tech-intentional wisdom on a variety of podcasts. Tune in to hear her discuss mindful screen use, fostering relationships in a digital age, and practical strategies for families and educators. Find her recent appearances below.
Emily's work is featured on:
A tech-based childhood is not inevitable. We have a choice, and we must act now.
As a sought-after guest, Emily shares her tech-intentional wisdom on a variety of podcasts. Tune in to hear her discuss mindful screen use, fostering relationships in a digital age, and practical strategies for families and educators. Find her recent appearances below.
Emily's work is featured on:
A tech-based childhood is not inevitable. We have a choice, and we must act now.
As a sought-after guest, Emily shares her tech-intentional wisdom on a variety of podcasts. Tune in to hear her discuss mindful screen use, fostering relationships in a digital age, and practical strategies for families and educators. Find her recent appearances below.
Emily's work is featured on: