by LearnSafe | Mar 1, 2022 | Mental Health, Parenting, Smart Phones, Social Media, Technology
Technology offers students a world of opportunities, many of which are beneficial. Students can access information at the touch of a finger. They can also find ways to supplement learning and explore their interests. However, these benefits come with psychological,...
by LearnSafe | Feb 10, 2020 | Administrators, Smart Phones, Technology
With new and improved technology comes new problems in academic settings. Laptops and school-designated tablets help students learn more efficiently than ever before. However, issues such as cyberbullying and sexting are more prevalent than ever. The School...
by LearnSafe | Oct 25, 2018 | Parenting, Smart Phones, Social Media
Snapchat’s Snap Map has been a feature of the app since the summer of 2017. Parents and users expressed concern about the dangers of Snap Map on Snapchat, including an invasion of privacy and the risks of location sharing. Still, the feature remains in use to this...
by LearnSafe | Sep 6, 2018 | Bullying, Smart Phones, Uncategorized
Many schools once banned cell phones. However, many reversed their policies due to parents’ requests for their students to have them in school in case of crises. A study shows that as of 2015, 73 percent of teenagers had smartphones. The push for cell phones...
by LearnSafe | Jul 25, 2018 | Mental Health, Smart Phones, Technology
Away for the Day acts as the voice for parents who don’t want their kids ages K-8 to use cell-phones in school. If you are concerned about your child’s on campus phone usage, read on to see how Away for the Day tackles this issue. What Is Away for the Day? Away for...
