Like other districts around the world, the pandemic resulted in New York City bridging the digital divide by providing all students with access to technology. However, we know that using technology comes with risks. For example, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an urgent and extraordinary public warning that social media poses “a profound risk of harm” to young people.
To help ensure technology is being used in ways that benefit them, students actively co-designed resources to support tech wellness. This student-driven, mindful tech integration is being implemented in classrooms across the city.
