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TODAY IS DRESS IN YOUR BEST DAY
Today we encourage students to “Focus on Using High Quality Media”. Many students are wearing their best or most professional clothing as they think about and discuss what high quality and age appropriate media looks like.
At home, students and families are encouraged to think critically about the media they consume and actively evaluate and select high quality, age-appropriate media. We ask that you consider using one of the following ideas to practice using high quality media.
- Help your child become a critical consumer of media by discussing these 5 questions with them when you consume media together such as books, movies, and news articles.
- Consider Common Sense Media’s reviews of movies, apps, TV shows, video games, websites, and music for information that can help you decide if the media your child is consuming is appropriate for them.
- Check out this tip sheet with your child and emphasize the importance of choosing quality resources.
Try these additional tips on how to establish expectations at home around media use.
WEDNESDAY is “LEI” OFF of TECHNOLOGY DAY!
On Wednesday, October 23, 2019 we encourage students to “Take a Break from Screens and Connect in Person More”. On this day students may wear Hawaiian clothing as they think about and discuss how to be more present with friends and family members and let go of technology.
At home, students and families are encouraged to practice media balance by taking a break from screens to engage in real-world experiences and quality time with their friends and family. We ask that you consider using one of the following ideas to connect in person with friends and family.
- Have a device-free dinner and focus on connecting as a family.
- Take on a Phone-Free Day challenge as a family and commit to leaving the phone at home when family members go to school or work. Notice how your day changes and discuss the benefits and challenges together.
- Have a family board game night instead of playing video games or watching TV.
- Make a phone call or write a letter to a family member or friend instead of sending a text or email.
- Spend time outside as a family and leave the phone behind.
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