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Connect CanyonsAuthor: Canyons School District - Sandy, Utah
Learning is about making connections, and we invite you to learn and connect with us. Connect Canyons is a show about what we teach in Canyons District, how we teach, and why. We get up close and personal with some of the people who make our schools great: students, teachers, principals, parents, and more. We meet national experts, too. And we spotlight the connection makers personalities, programs and prospects we find compelling and inspiring. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Kids & Family Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 128: From Fear To Balance: Teaching Critical Thinking In A Noisy Online World
Wednesday, 4 March, 2026
Send a textIn an era where “logging on” is as routine as brushing your teeth, it is important to prioritize the mental health and digital safety of students. New data from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reveals a striking reality: 80% of Utah students aged 12 to 18 spend at least two hours every day immersed in social media, gaming, or texting.While this connectivity offers unprecedented access to information, it also brings “heavy realities” into the palms of students’ hands, including exposure to graphic world events and misinformation.The impact of that digital tether is discussed in this episode of the Connect Canyons podcast, where district experts—including Mental Health Specialist Lori Hunt, School Psychologist Brandon Segura, and Social Worker Shad Roundy—discuss the shifting landscape of student wellness.
