"Friendships happen on social media because real-life interaction is missing" -Dr. Sandra Rodriguez
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Smart Social.com Podcast, host Josh Ochs talks with Dr. Sandra Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services for the San Bernardino City Unified School District, about the importance of promoting digital safety and wellness among students. They discuss various challenges such as social media addiction, TikTok challenges, AI interactions, and inappropriate online content that schools and parents face in today's digital age. Dr. Rodriguez emphasizes the need for social-emotional learning, strong parent-student-school relationships, and structured screen time to foster a safe and thriving environment. They also explore the use of AI in education and the importance of family engagement in preventing future online issues.
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