# The Social Institute: We empower students, educators, and families to navigate their social world positively — including social media and technology — to fuel their health, happiness, and future success\.

> The Social Institute provides a unique approach that equips students with the modern\-day life skills they need to navigate social experiences — online and offline — in 
positive, high\-character ways\.

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## Pages
- [How to measure student well\-being \& school culture outcomes](https://thesocialinstitute.com/how-to-measure-student-well-being-school-culture-outcomes/)
- [\#WinAtSocial AI \& Media Literacy Lessons](https://thesocialinstitute.com/resources/winatsocial-ai-media-literacy-lessons/)
- [Professional Development](https://thesocialinstitute.com/solutions/professional-development-courses-for-educators/)
- [K\-2 Offline Lessons](https://thesocialinstitute.com/solutions/new-k-2-offline-lessons-modern-life-skills/)
- [Products](https://thesocialinstitute.com/products/)

## Press
- [The Social Institute on pairing legislation with education as Illinois schools address A\.I\. cyberbullying and deepfakes under new state law](https://thesocialinstitute.com/press/the-social-institute-on-pairing-legislation-with-education-as-illinois-schools-address-a-i-cyberbullying-and-deepfakes-under-new-state-law/)
- [The Social Institute on A\.I\. Literacy for students, parents, and educators as Wake County schools continue to consider its A\.I\. policy](https://thesocialinstitute.com/press/the-social-institute-on-a-i-literacy-for-students-parents-and-educators-as-wake-county-schools-continue-to-consider-its-a-i-policy/)
- [The Social Institute on digital wellness: How to stop the summer tech slide](https://thesocialinstitute.com/press/the-social-institute-on-digital-wellness-how-to-stop-the-summer-tech-slide/)
- [Inc\. names Laura Tierney of The Social Institute to its 2026 Female Founders 500 List](https://thesocialinstitute.com/press/inc-names-laura-tierney-of-the-social-institute-to-its-2026-female-founders-500-list/)
- [The Social Institute shares the SHIELD Method to help students navigate A\.I\.\-generated deepfake cyberbullying](https://thesocialinstitute.com/press/the-social-institute-shares-the-shield-method-to-help-students-navigate-a-i-generated-deepfake-cyberbullying/)

## Webinars
- [How to help students bounce back from mistakes without letting one define them](https://thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/student-resilience-after-mistakes/)
- [How your district’s approach to AI, social media, and devices impacts attendance and absenteeism](https://thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/student-attendance-ai-social-media/)
- [Win the Prospective Family: How to Turn Your Tech Approach Into an Enrollment Advantage](https://thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/win-the-prospective-family-how-to-turn-your-tech-approach-into-an-enrollment-advantage/)
- [How to Fund Modern Life Skills Education in Public Schools \(Without a Bigger Budget\)](https://thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/how-to-fund-modern-life-skills-education-in-public-schools-without-a-bigger-budget/)
- [After the AI Handbook: The modern life skills students actually need to learn](https://thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/after-the-ai-handbook-the-modern-life-skills-students-actually-need-to-learn/)

## Downloads
- [Build Healthy Tech Habits in Your Family](https://thesocialinstitute.com/download/family-standards-agreement/): All family members sign this one\-page agreement with nine standards that they commit to helping each other live up to\. That's right: Both parents and kids sign it\. 

## Leadership
- [Emma Wertz](https://thesocialinstitute.com/about/leadership/emma-wertz/)
- [Laura Tierney](https://thesocialinstitute.com/about/leadership/laura-tierney/)
- [Carly Morgan](https://thesocialinstitute.com/about/leadership/carly-morgan/)
- [Sheila Latkowski](https://thesocialinstitute.com/about/leadership/sheila-latkowski/)
- [Kyle Piccioli](https://thesocialinstitute.com/about/leadership/kyle-piccioli/)

## MapGeo
- [State Approvals Map](https://thesocialinstitute.com/igmap/state-approvals-map/)

## Playbooks
- [Snapchat](https://thesocialinstitute.com/playbook/snapchat/)
- [Edits: Video Editor](https://thesocialinstitute.com/playbook/edits-an-instagram-app/)
- [TikTok](https://thesocialinstitute.com/playbook/tik-tok/)
- [Peek: Secret Compliment](https://thesocialinstitute.com/playbook/peek-secret-compliment/)
- [Valid \- Compliment Classmates](https://thesocialinstitute.com/playbook/valid-compliment-classmates/)

## Spanish Playbooks
- [Snapchat](https://thesocialinstitute.com/spanish-playbook/snapchat/): Snapchat es una de las principales aplicaciones de redes sociales entre los estudiantes, lo que les permite tomar fotos y vídeos, llamados instantáneas,eso se supone que desaparecen después de ser abiertos\.
- [Edits: Editor de vídeo](https://thesocialinstitute.com/spanish-playbook/edits-una-aplicacion-de-instagram/): Edits es la aplicación gratuita de edición de vídeo de Meta, al estilo de CapCut, que permite a los estudiantes crear vídeos para Instagram, aunque sus herramientas de IA y la facilidad para compartirlos generan preocupaciones sobre la privacidad y la autenticidad\.
- [TikTok](https://thesocialinstitute.com/spanish-playbook/tiktok/): TikTok es una aplicación de vídeos cortos donde los estudiantes pueden seguir tendencias, crear contenido y conectar con sus compañeros, aunque conlleva ciertas preocupaciones sobre seguridad y tiempo de pantalla que las familias deben conocer\.
- [Peek: Un cumplido secreto](https://thesocialinstitute.com/spanish-playbook/peek-un-cumplido-secreto/): Peek permite que los compañeros de clase se envíen cumplidos anónimos a través de encuestas escolares, pero las revelaciones pagadas y los controles de registro poco rigurosos generan preocupaciones de seguridad para las familias\.
- [Valid \- Elogia a tus compañeros de clase](https://thesocialinstitute.com/spanish-playbook/valid-elogia-a-tus-companeros-de-clase/): Valid permite a los estudiantes elogiar a sus compañeros a través de encuestas anónimas, con un enfoque positivo, pero también con consideraciones de privacidad y seguridad que las familias deben conocer\.

## Case Studies
- [How Pierce Jr/Sr High School Integrated Modern Life Skills Education to Save Time, Money, and Reach Every Student](https://thesocialinstitute.com/casestudies/how-pierce-jr-sr-high-school-integrated-modern-life-skills-education-to-save-time-money-and-reach-every-student/): This case study explores how First Presbyterian Day School incorporated biblical immersion into the \#WinAtSocial curriculum to empower students to use devices with integrity and according to the school’s biblical worldview\. 
- [How teachers championed \#WinAtSocial at Berkeley School District 87 to create a proactive approach to tech, social media, and well\-being challenges](https://thesocialinstitute.com/casestudies/berkeley-school-district-87-case-study/): This case study explores how First Presbyterian Day School incorporated biblical immersion into the \#WinAtSocial curriculum to empower students to use devices with integrity and according to the school’s biblical worldview\. 
- [How Greece Central School District is using real\-time insights to better understand and empower students](https://thesocialinstitute.com/casestudies/greece-central-school-district/): This case study explores how First Presbyterian Day School incorporated biblical immersion into the \#WinAtSocial curriculum to empower students to use devices with integrity and according to the school’s biblical worldview\. 
- [How Bowling Green Junior High School creates engaging learning environments through healthy tech habits and modern life skills](https://thesocialinstitute.com/casestudies/how-bowling-green-junior-high-school-creates-engaging-learning-environments-through-healthy-tech-habits-and-modern-life-skills-2/): This case study explores how First Presbyterian Day School incorporated biblical immersion into the \#WinAtSocial curriculum to empower students to use devices with integrity and according to the school’s biblical worldview\. 
- [How Holabird Academy, a community school, is going beyond cell phone bans to empower its entire community to navigate A\.I\. and devices with integrity](https://thesocialinstitute.com/casestudies/how-holabird-academy-a-community-school-is-going-beyond-cell-phone-bans-to-empower-its-entire-community-to-navigate-a-i-and-devices-with-integrity/): This case study explores how First Presbyterian Day School incorporated biblical immersion into the \#WinAtSocial curriculum to empower students to use devices with integrity and according to the school’s biblical worldview\. 

## Family Huddles
- [Unpacking viral trends and challenges](https://thesocialinstitute.com/family-huddle/unpacking-viral-trends-and-challenges/)
- [Using tech without losing your thinking](https://thesocialinstitute.com/family-huddle/understanding-when-its-ok-vs-not-ok-to-use-tech-for-school/)
- [Exploring what it means to “Find Your Influencers” and make positive choices](https://thesocialinstitute.com/family-huddle/exploring-what-it-means-to-find-your-influencers-and-make-positive-choices/)
- [Protect Your Privacy: How do you play it safe on screens?](https://thesocialinstitute.com/family-huddle/protect-your-privacy-how-do-you-play-it-safe-on-screens/)
- [Thinking about how to be our best selves, at home and online](https://thesocialinstitute.com/family-huddle/thinking-about-how-to-be-our-best-selves-at-home-and-online/)

## Wall of Wins
- [CPS students present social media anti\-violence campaign](https://thesocialinstitute.com/cpt_wallofwins/cps-students-present-social-media-anti-violence-campaign/)
- [A Student\-Staffed ‘Genius Bar': Why It’s Working for This Middle School](https://thesocialinstitute.com/cpt_wallofwins/a-student-staffed-genius-bar-why-its-working-for-this-middle-school/)
- [TikTok’s Medical Mythbuster on using social media to fight health inequities](https://thesocialinstitute.com/cpt_wallofwins/tiktoks-medical-mythbuster-on-using-social-media-to-fight-health-inequities/)
- [Polaris students channel Addams Family in distracted driving social media campaign](https://thesocialinstitute.com/cpt_wallofwins/polaris-students-channel-addams-family-in-distracted-driving-social-media-campaign/)
- [Selena Gomez addresses the impact of body image comments online](https://thesocialinstitute.com/cpt_wallofwins/selena-gomez-addresses-the-impact-of-body-image-comments-online/)

## Careers
- [Implementation \+ Customer Success Manager](https://thesocialinstitute.com/careers/customer-success-manager-2/): We’re looking for a dedicated individual to join our Customer Success team\. In this role, you will be the frontline representative of The Social Institute, working closely with the Customer Success Team and the Operations team to ensure our customers have a seamless and supportive experience\. You will be responsible for responding to customer inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction with our products and services\. Additionally, you will provide valuable feedback from customers to help inform product development and service enhancements\. Our employees are passionate about serving students and bring energy and excellence to our organization\.
- [Summer 2026 College Internships](https://thesocialinstitute.com/careers/summer-2026-internship/): Looking to gain experience with an ed\-tech startup that makes a positive impact on students nationwide? Have an entrepreneurial drive? Interested in the intersection of psychology, social media, education, technology, and gamification? Join The Social Institute team for an internship during Summer 2026\.
- [Benefits at The Social Institute](https://thesocialinstitute.com/careers/benefits/): At The Social Institute, we love supporting our team\. We've seen teammates grow their skills, advance their careers, and thrive in our collaborative, high\-performing culture\. We also offer competitive benefits designed to prioritize wellness and learning\.
- [Sales: Account Executive](https://thesocialinstitute.com/careers/account-executive/): We’re hiring a highly motivated Account Executive who is excited to help us support more students nationwide\. The position requires a proven capacity to set, manage, and surpass sales expectations\. Join a team of high\-performing salespeople that support each other, believe in our mission, and have a strong desire to win\.
- [Sales: Business Development Representative](https://thesocialinstitute.com/careers/business-development-representative/): We’re building a team of go\-getters who want to change education and support student social\-emotional health\. BDRs work closely with our Account Executives to cultivate new relationships with schools\. Your role will be to seek new business opportunities by contacting and developing relationships with potential partners\.

## Insights
- [The Modern K\-12 Student Report](https://thesocialinstitute.com/insight/the-modern-k-12-student-report/)
- [2026 Student Insights Report: How A\.I\., devices, and social media impact learning and well\-being at K\-12 schools](https://thesocialinstitute.com/insight/2026-student-insights-report-how-a-i-devices-and-social-media-impact-learning-and-well-being-at-k-12-schools/)
- [Setting Family Standards to Use Tech for Good \| Elementary School Edition](https://thesocialinstitute.com/insight/setting-family-standards-to-use-tech-for-good-elementary-school-edition/)
- [Report: 2025 Student Insights Report on how social media and tech shape students' experiences](https://thesocialinstitute.com/insight/2025-student-insights-on-social-media-tech/)
- [Setting Family Standards to Use Tech for Good](https://thesocialinstitute.com/insight/setting-family-standards-to-use-tech-for-good/)

## Partners
- [Head\-Royce School](https://thesocialinstitute.com/partner/head-royce-school/)
- [Corbett Preparatory School](https://thesocialinstitute.com/partner/corbett-preparatory-school/)
- [Blessed Sacrament School](https://thesocialinstitute.com/partner/blessed-sacrament-school/)
- [Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools](https://thesocialinstitute.com/partner/bishop-ogorman-catholic-schools/)
- [Quincy Community Schools](https://thesocialinstitute.com/partner/quincy-community-schools/)

## School Playbooks
- [A School Leader’s Guide for Communicating A\.I\. Policies Clearly with Students, Educators, and Families](https://thesocialinstitute.com/schoolplaybooks/a-school-leaders-guide-for-communicating-a-i-policies-clearly-with-students-educators-and-families/)
- [The Social Institute’s guide for teaching A\.I\. Literacy without using A\.I\.](https://thesocialinstitute.com/schoolplaybooks/the-social-institutes-guide-for-teaching-a-i-literacy-without-using-a-i/)
- [School Playbook \| Fostering Student Excellence: How to empower students to play to their core as they navigate A\.I\.](https://thesocialinstitute.com/schoolplaybooks/school-playbook-fostering-student-excellence-how-to-empower-students-to-play-to-their-core-as-they-navigate-a-i/)
- [School Playbook \| An educator’s guide to helping students protect their privacy when navigating A\.I\. and social media](https://thesocialinstitute.com/schoolplaybooks/school-playbook-an-educators-guide-to-helping-students-protect-their-privacy-when-navigating-a-i-and-social-media/)
- [School Playbook \| FOMO, Group Chat Drama, Gaming, \& Online Trends: Educator's Guide to Helping Students Handle the Pressure](https://thesocialinstitute.com/schoolplaybooks/school-playbook-fomo-group-chat-drama-gaming-online-trends-educators-guide-to-helping-students-handle-the-pressure/)

## White Papers
- [Why Schools \& Districts Choose \#WinAtSocial: Consolidate the patchwork, meet the mandates, get time back](https://thesocialinstitute.com/whitepapers/why-schools-districts-choose-winatsocial-consolidate-the-patchwork-meet-the-mandates-get-time-back/)
- [Ready For Now: How A\.I\., Media, and Digital Literacy are shaping K\-12 student learning and well\-being](https://thesocialinstitute.com/whitepapers/ready-for-now-how-a-i-media-and-digital-literacy-are-shaping-k-12-student-learning-and-well-being/)
- [Student Voice Today: How to ensure policies and requirements meet current needs of students](https://thesocialinstitute.com/whitepapers/student-voice-today-how-to-ensure-policies-and-requirements-meet-current-needs-of-students/)
- [Social Media and Well\-being: What Students Want Adults to Know](https://thesocialinstitute.com/whitepapers/white-paper-social-media-and-well-being-what-students-want-adults-to-know/)
- [The Essential Guide to Empowering Students to Make High\-Character Decisions Online and Offline](https://thesocialinstitute.com/whitepapers/the-essential-guide-to-empowering-students-to-make-high-character-decisions-online-and-offline/)

## Blog
- [The fries emoji’s hidden meaning, Massachusetts’ $1\.75M online safety push, and why students get their news from YouTube](https://thesocialinstitute.com/blog/fries-emoji-massachusetts-grant-youtube-top-news-source/)
- [Massachusetts Digital Life Grant: How Schools Can Fund Online Safety and AI Literacy Lessons](https://thesocialinstitute.com/blog/massachusetts-digital-life-grant/)
- [ChatGPT for Teens rated an “unacceptable risk,” students drafting AI policy for 10,000 districts, and two Utah takes on AI](https://thesocialinstitute.com/blog/ai-in-schools-chatgpt-teens-student-policy-utah/)
- [What Really Stops Bullying, AI Deepfakes in Schools, and a Student’s BRIGHT Plan](https://thesocialinstitute.com/blog/what-stops-bullying-ai-deepfakes-student-leadership/)
- [Engaging, Age\-Appropriate 2nd Grade Lessons Teachers Can Lead With Less Prep](https://thesocialinstitute.com/blog/new-2nd-grade-lessons/)

## Parent Resources
- [The Family Toolkit](https://thesocialinstitute.com/parent-resource/toolkit/)
- [Parent Downloads](https://thesocialinstitute.com/parent-resource/parent-downloads/)
- [Parent Newsletter](https://thesocialinstitute.com/parent-resource/parent-newsletter/)

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