In this episode of The Podclass, we delve into the crucial need to integrate digital wellness into school curricula while nurturing healthy screen habits. Joining us are Cason Machacek and Sydnie Erlendson, Digital Well-being experts from the Lethbridge School Division, alongside Andrea Halwas Larsen, a Counseling Therapist from Juno House in Calgary. Together, they share insightful strategies for fostering digital well-being, including engaging in physical activity, practicing mindfulness, maintaining sleep hygiene, and fostering social connections. Emphasizing collaboration among educators, parents, and students, they address the imperative to bridge the generational gap in comprehending technology's impact on youth.Show notes:Juno House: Juno House - Calgary Counselling for Adolescent Girls and Young Women Juno House Presents: Navigating Technology with our Youth on the Alberta Health Services Community Education Service: community.hmhc.ca Lethbridge School Division Digital Wellness site: Home | Digital Wellness Team (schoolsites.ca)Common Sense Media Lessons on Digital Balance and Wellbeing: Search Results for Common Sense EducationThe Big Disconnect by Catherine Steiner-Adair: The Big Disconnect – HarperCollinsTraining available to Alberta teachers https://everfi.com/

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