As A.I. transforms how students communicate and create, schools have a unique opportunity to turn potential risks—like cyberbullying and deepfakes—into teachable moments. Explore how The Social Institute helps students lead with character, think critically about technology, and use A.I. as a force for empathy, innovation, and positive impact.
Social media influences how students see themselves, handle pressure, and connect with others. From algorithm-driven body image issues to new safety updates and even major internet outages, students face a constantly shifting digital world. Discover how schools can help them build confidence, balance, and critical thinking skills to thrive both online and off.
With 51% of teens saying that someone has told them they seem stressed or burnt out at least once a month, students today find themselves caught in the crossfire of stress, deadlines, and FOMO. Burnout, once reserved for the working world, has become an all-too-familiar term in students’ vocabulary. As educators, understanding and addressing burnout and student stress is invaluable, as our students’ mental and emotional well-being directly impacts their ability to learn and thrive.
What if digital citizenship went beyond online safety? The Social Institute flips the script—empowering students with modern life skills to navigate technology confidently and with character. Discover how #WinAtSocial lessons help students, educators, and families turn everyday tech experiences into opportunities for leadership, empathy, and growth.
New A.I. platforms, legislation, and privacy features are drastically changing the way students navigate A.I. across the country. As a result, schools are reminded of the growing need for A.I. Literacy education and the importance of equipping students with the skills to protect their privacy & navigate A.I. tools mindfully. Let’s dive in!
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that students who spend more time on social media, between the ages of 9 and 13, perform worse on tests of reading, memory, and language two years later. For educators and families, this study highlights the growing importance of empowering students to strike a balance and navigate technology in mindful ways, both in and out of the classroom. Dive in to learn how to support your students.
From new cyberbullying safety features on Instagram to tobacco-style warning labels for social media, schools are reminded of the importance of empowering students to stay safe online, whether that is protecting their privacy like their famous, cyberbacking, or striking a balance with technology. Let’s dive in!
From new university graduation requirements to an educational A.I. that isn’t perfect, school communities are facing a landscape shaped by A.I. Understanding the implications of A.I. on their education early can help students build the skills and judgment they’ll need for school, work, and life. Let’s dive in!
Discover how Cape Fear Academy in Wilmington, NC, is making conversations about technology more engaging, consistent, and easy for educators to implement across all grade levels through #WinAtSocial: A sustainable program that equips students, families, and educators with modern life skills to impact learning, well-being, and students’ futures.
In today’s world, screens make it easier than ever to type something without thinking about how it makes others feel. In fact, 60% of students nationwide report seeing cyberbullying. October marks National Bullying Prevention Month, and students, educators, and families across the country are reflecting on how we all play a role when it comes to protecting one another from bullying, both online and offline.