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How innovative schools fuel student success and well-being by proactively addressing tech – like A.I., social media, and device use

April 24, 2025 | 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. ET

Students today are flooded with A.I.-generated content, viral social media trends, and ever-evolving tech that shape what they see, believe, and how they engage with the world. From using tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork to seeing deepfake scams go viral on social media, students face pressures no generation has seen — and schools are left asking: What’s real? What’s ethical? How do we prepare students to navigate it all with character?
 
Schools that strive to create future-ready students without a comprehensive, proactive approach, easily fall into reactive cycles, especially when technology advances faster than school policies can keep up. Discover key trends and innovative strategies to foster A.I. literacy and ethical decision-making in students as they navigate an increasingly tech-fueled and social media-driven world. Through practical, student-centered approaches, we’ll explore how to equip them with the critical thinking and resilience needed to engage with A.I., social media, and technological pressures while prioritizing their well-being.
 
Attendees will learn:

  • 5 best practices to avoid common mistakes when modernizing life skills and social media education — including how to embed A.I. literacy into daily teaching and school culture.
  • The latest research on why leading schools are shifting to a positive, empowering approach to A.I. and social media.
  • How A.I., social media, and technology are shaping students’ daily experiences and futures, and how schools can adopt a systemic, future-ready approach that prepares students, families, and educators to thrive together.

Featured Presenter

Chelsea LopezChelsea Lopez is a passionate and dedicated leader at The Social Institute, where she serves as the Director of Educator Advancement. In this role, Chelsea is responsible for creating and delivering innovative professional development for educators, focusing on social media and technology. She works in developing comprehensive teacher resources, asynchronous and synchronous courses, educational materials, and webinars. Before joining The Social Institute, Chelsea spent time as an educator, having taught K-5th Special Education and 6th-8th Special Education. In her most recent teaching role, Chelsea served as the 6th-8th grade Intervention Coordinator, where she supported students and teachers in meeting academic and behavioral goals. Her diverse teaching experiences provide her with a deep understanding of the challenges educators face and the strategies needed to support student success.