Our Kids Our Schools
Welcome to the "Our Kids, Our Schools" podcast hosted by Alexis Morgan—your invaluable guide to the complex journey through your local education system. This podcast is a treasure trove of insights for parents, teachers, administrators, school board trustees, and community members alike. Every episode is designed to demystify the local education landscape and provide practical strategies for fostering a collaborative school community. We dissect complex policies, curriculum designs, and stakeholder roles, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to be an active participant in your child's education. This is not just a podcast, but a tool for change - empowering you to take part in shaping a supportive and inclusive environment for our children and teens. Tune in and ignite the change, because together, we can shape an inclusive, supportive, and thriving school community.
Our Kids Our Schools
Kids & Tech: Navigating Challenges in a Digital World
In an intriguing twist to the ongoing dialogue about technology’s impact on children, special guest, Matt Todd, host of The Ranch podcast, sat down for an in-depth interview with Alexis. Their conversation took a hard look at a critical aspect of today's landscape—Kids and Tech: Balancing Kids' Safety and Digital Freedom. Matt, known for his diligent work in interviewing experts from the intersecting worlds of education, politics, and law enforcement, posed a provocative question that lies at the heart of the matter: Is the pervasive use of technology in schools truly benefitting our children? A particularly baffling aspect they explored was the necessity of one-to-one technology for elementary students—a question that, so far, remains unanswered by anyone.
Throughout this revealing conversation, they tackled several crucial topics, such as safeguarding kids against online predators through the apps they use, the implementation of technology in schools coupled with the one-to-one technology paradigm, and the potentially invasive data collection practices involving children. Matt emphasized that awareness and advocacy are paramount, urging listeners to join in the conversation and share their thoughts on these pressing issues.
Listeners and followers are encouraged to engage with this important discussion on social media, specifically by connecting with Alexis on her Instagram page: @the.alexis.morgan. There, they can voice their opinions, share experiences, and contribute to a growing community focused on navigating the complexities of technology's role in our children’s lives. What do you think about these pivotal issues? Join the conversation and help arm parents with the insights and strategies needed to ensure a safe and beneficial technological engagement for their children.
Find Matt and listen to valuable interviews on this topic on The Ranch Podcast YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd1ATyiaf0u0uV_pvPTUEFg
Connect with Alexis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.alexis.morgan/
Find Alexis on Instagram and JOIN in the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/the_idaho_lady/
Send Alexis an email with guest requests, ideas, or potential collaboration.
alexis@ourkidsourschools.com
Find great resources and info on school communities:
https://ourkidsourschools.com/