Blog March 27, 2026

Wildfire Drones, Roblox Filters, and A.I. Slander Pages: Keep up with the trends impacting your students

The Social Institute

Students are building A.I.-powered drones to fight wildfires, while others are using the same technology to create deepfakes that damage teachers’ reputations. Roblox is quietly reshaping how younger students communicate in real time, and most don’t fully understand the long-term consequences of any of it. Educators have a critical window to help students build the A.I. Literacy skills that no algorithm can teach.

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The Modern K-12 Student Report

The Modern K-12 Student Report

Gathered from more than 53k students and more than 1 million student responses throughout 2025, this report combines anonymous student responses with national research to help school and district leaders better understand what students are experiencing and how to build a strong school culture by proactively addressing challenges like chronic absenteeism, family concerns, distracted learning, and teacher burnout.

Blog March 24, 2026

What every school leader should know about A.I. right now

The Social Institute

If it feels like artificial intelligence went from buzzword to building block over the last few months, you’re not imagining it. A.I. isn’t just a topic of conversation. It’s transforming how students learn, create, and connect. And it’s happening fast. Keep reading to discover what every school leader should know about A.I.

 

Blog March 20, 2026

State media literacy mandates rise nationwide as education leaders navigate device bans

The Social Institute

While some schools across the country are returning to less tech-enabled learning, educators and lawmakers increasingly recognize that banning or restricting technology in the classroom is not going to set students up for success in our tech-fueled world. No matter where you land on devices in the classroom, The Social Institute’s approach, #WinAtSocial, can equip students with the skills to navigate ever-evolving trends that impact their learning and well-being and address state media literacy requirements. Learn how.