Blog February 20, 2026

Age-verification on Discord, Chinese wellness trends, and celebrities opting out of social media remind students they can be in control of their feeds

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Discord’s age-verification update, the viral “Becoming Chinese” trend, and Daniel Radcliffe’s social media choice all highlight that students are constantly navigating digital decisions. While platforms can introduce safeguards, real impact happens when students build skills like protecting their privacy, finding positive influencers, and handling online pressure. Dive in!

Blog February 12, 2026

A Comprehensive Approach: How Winchester Thurston uses #WinAtSocial and RULER to support academic success and strong school culture

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About Winchester Thurston School: Winchester Thurston’s mission is to cultivate not only academic excellence, but also the development of individuals with unwavering character, valuing the well-being and rights of others above all else. By using #WinAtSocial, they support their strategic direction of empowering students to live in high-character ways that support their learning and well-being. 

Blog February 6, 2026

From classrooms to personal use: A closer look at how students are navigating A.I. and what recent research can tell us

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A recent survey conducted by College Board has shed light on the use of generative A.I. programs, like ChatGPT, by high school students. The findings provide a clear picture of its role in learning and reveal a key opportunity for educators seeking to integrate A.I. Literacy into the school day. By understanding how students navigate the ever-evolving tech tool, educators can proactively equip students with healthy A.I. habits — addressing concerns while fostering a collaborative learning environment.