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A.I. models have reached Vogue, and are sparking concerns about beauty standards. Teens are using A.I. not just for schoolwork, but for advice and companionship. And ChatGPT is now seeing around 2.5 billion prompts a day, highlighting a big shift in how students are finding answers online. The question that remains now: How can educators help students navigate all this and more? Dive in!

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With rapid advancements in A.I., constantly shifting social trends, and students taking a more intentional approach to screen time, 2025 is shaping up to be an impactful year for students, educators, and families alike. To help everyone start the school year informed and inspired, we’ve curated a back-to-school reading list filled with thought-provoking books that spark meaningful conversations. 

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From birthday shoutouts that may spark insecurity to slang that can conceal subtle bullying, and influencers whose content can shape real-life behavior, students are constantly interpreting – and impacted by – what they see online. How can educators help students navigate all this and more? Dive in!

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Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, every public school in North Carolina will be required to teach social media and online safety as part of their curriculum, according to House Bill 959, the state’s new social media literacy law. Schools across North Carolina (and the world!) already partner with The Social Institute to stay ahead of this requirement. Learn how!

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From birthday shoutouts that may spark insecurity to slang that can conceal subtle bullying, and influencers whose content can shape real-life behavior, students are constantly interpreting – and impacted by – what they see online. How can educators help students navigate all this and more? Dive in!

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