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Screen Sanity Episode 4: Scott Bacon

Scott Bacon is the principal of Blue Valley High School. He joins the podcast this week to discuss the challenges of education in a digital age, the process he went through to establish phone-free classrooms, and the ways that COVID has opened up different opportunities and different thinking for students, parents, and teachers.

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Does it feel like you can’t imagine the day you’ll actually be ready to hand your child a phone or let them navigate the world of social media? We’re sharing one of our best tips for building a foundation of digital health that can one day lead your child to device independence (when the time is right!)

Ride. Practice. Drive.

Approach device use like you would teach your child to drive a car. First, they spend years watching YOU. They take note of how you slow down at a stoplight, look in your rear-view window, merge on to a highway, and so much more! They’re naturally absorbing boat loads of information from just watching you.

Then begins the real training. And you’re right next to them, guiding them on when to turn and how fast to go. Sometimes they might hit a curb or stop a little too abruptly — but you’re right there to speak into those moments!

Eventually, it’s time for them to drive solo. You’ve spent the time training and trust the skills they’ve built. They know they can still come to you with questions, as you’ve set yourself up as a trusted resource for them. And sure, maybe there are still parameters and boundaries, such as a curfew and passenger limit, but they’re now driving solo!

Wondering how this principle applies to your preschool, elementary school or middle school child? Our age-specific Plugged-in Planner gives prompts to help you begin building this foundation of digital health. Find yours on Amazon or at the link in bio.

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