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A Time They Never Knew — Why Gen Z Longs for a Past They Never Lived
Today’s teens live in a culture where everyone is “together” but alone—where laughter at lunch has been replaced by laughing emojis, and isolation hides in plain sight. There’s a quiet ache in their generation, a longing for something more real.
Distraction-Free Schools? Pennsylvania Takes a Stand
Pennsylvania is responding to a growing concern: smartphones — especially in the classroom — can be a major distraction and may interfere with social, emotional and academic development.
Talkie App: What Parents Need to Know
AI chat apps like Talkie blur the line between connection and exploitation. They’re designed to feel personal, emotional, and romantic — and that’s what makes them risky.
From Notes to Snaps: Why Teen Dating Looks Different Today
Over the past 30 years, the world has changed in ways that impact how teens connect. We’ve gone from passing notes to sending Snaps, from flirty conversations to flirty memes, from “dating” to simply “talking to”—whatever that really means.
Age Protection Announced for ChatGPT
OpenAI announced they’re building new ways to keep teens safer when using ChatGPT. Here’s what that looks like in plain English:
Introducing Your Digital Navigator by Shape the Sky
I’m excited to announce the launch of Your Digital Navigator by Shape the Sky — a brand-new AI tool designed to help parents, educators, and counselors guide kids safely through today’s digital world.
Flashtok: The Social Media Trend Tricking Kids into Adult Content
Trends like Flashtok highlight how quickly adult content can seep into youth spaces online.