The Social Institute

What do tennis star @serenawilliams, fashion designer Emma Grede, and our own @LauraTierneyTSI have in common? They have all been named on Inc.’s #FemaleFounders500, a list of the most inspiring women in business 🚀 🏆 Congratulations, Laura! Read more about this recognition here: thesocialinstitute.com/press/inc-name…

Big tech shifts = big leadership moments for schools 📱⚡ Heading to NCCE 26 at the Seattle Convention Center? Join Jeannelle Johnson from The Social Institute as she shares positive, proactive strategies to help students navigate A.I., social media, and device use in empowering ways. 🎁 Attend our sessions for practical tools and a chance to win a Yeti Tumbler! Catch us here 👇 Session: Navigating Digital Distractions: Proactive Strategies for Managing Cell Phone Bans 🗓 Feb 27 | ⏰ 8:00–8:50 AM Session: Resilience & Technology: Leading Through Change 🗓 Feb 27 | ⏰ 1:00–1:50 PM

TOMORROW 📣: Lead through the tech challenges of the modern day 📱 Join us tomorrow @FETC to learn how educators and administrators can lead in the era of A.I., and balance innovation with practicality. Can't wait to see you there! 🎉 #FETC #FETC2026 #WinAtSocial #AIinEducation

Students have spoken... and they're ready for a new type of learning 📣 We asked students for their thoughts on #WinAtSocial, our positive approach to modern life skils education, and found 3 common takeaways: ✅ It's engaging ✅ It gives them space to be honest ✅ It helps them balance their time online Ready to start the new year strong with a modern life skills education that resonates with students? ⭐️ Check out hubs.ly/Q03ZmZSx0 to learn more!

New year, new devices 📱✨ And for many students, that means a fresh start and a fresh set of challenges, from staying focused in class to figuring out healthy boundaries at home. The good news? This is the perfect time to set shared expectations and help students build the modern life skills they need to navigate tech with confidence. Learn more about how The Social Institute is helping educators and families empower their student(s) to navigate devices in healthy ways this new year at hubs.ly/Q03ZmMZr0

📚 Are your students simply re-reading their notes as a way to study? Experts say this might not be the most effective way to prepare for tests or exams. Equip your students with study habits that actually work with the new #WinAtSocial Lesson, "Memory hacks for easier studying." Trust us, your students will thank you! Learn more at WinAtSocial.com

A.I. isn’t just reshaping education, it’s reshaping student experiences, and that includes cyberbullying. Cyberbullying now extends beyond texts and posts to include A.I.-generated deepfakes designed to mislead and harm. In fact, 67% of educators say their students have already been misled by deepfakes online (EdWeek, 2024). Our new School Playbook: The Administrators’ Guide to Tackling Cyberbullying in the Age of A.I. helps school leaders turn this challenge into an opportunity to strengthen community, empathy, and digital literacy. Inside, you’ll discover: ✅ How cyberbullying has evolved in the age of A.I. ✅ Strategies for building a culture of “cyberbacking” across your school ✅ The S.H.I.E.L.D. Method for supporting and empowering students Lead your community with confidence through ever-changing technology. Download now >> thesocialinstitute.com/insight/school…

Digital citizenship. Digital worlds. Digital life. ❌ To students, it's just citizenship, their world, and their life. ✅ This #DigitalCitizenshipWeek ✨, explore how The Social Institute is redefining digital citizenship and highlighting what good citizenship truly means to students from around the globe. 📱🌎 🔗 Learn more about how we're flipping the script on digital citizenship: thesocialinstitute.com/blog/digital-c…

💡 37% of teens have been cyberbullied. But here’s the good news: 57% of bullying stops within 10 seconds when someone speaks up. This #BullyingPreventionMonth, we’re encouraging students to Cyberback — to uplift, support, and protect one another online. 💪 🔗 Learn more: thesocialinstitute.com/blog/its-natio…

1 in 17 students have been targeted by deepfakes online, and most educators aren’t trained to navigate them. Are you an education leader looking to help students navigate cyberbullying? This #BullyingPreventionMonth, join us for a free 30-minute webinar with Laura Tierney and Sergio Alexander to explore how A.I. is reshaping cyberbullying — and how schools can respond with confidence. Register now --> thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/deepfa…

When students lead the conversation, everyone wins! Each #WinAtSocial Lesson gives school leaders a window into how students are navigating technology, social media, and well-being. Our new Cyberback Snapshot reveals student perspectives on: 💬 Cyberbullying and its ripple effects 🤖 Managing A.I.-driven drama like deepfakes and screenshots 📣 Owning their voice online These insights help schools strengthen culture, foster connection, and empower students to have each other’s backs online. Download the report for the whole picture: thesocialinstitute.com/insight/the-wi… #nationalbullyingpreventionmonth #cyberback

Bullying looks different today than it did even a few years ago. Between A.I. deepfakes, group chat screenshots, and social media drama, students are navigating a more complex world than ever before. The #WinAtSocial Cyberback Toolkit is designed to help you meet the moment and equip your students to adapt, stand up, and stop bullying in its tracks. Download today and give your students the tools to cyberback and build safer online spaces and a stronger school community. Download here --> thesocialinstitute.com/solutions/the-…

🚨 A.I. Deepfakes + Cyberbullying: What schools need to know 🚨 Cyberbullying is evolving again, with deepfakes creating new risks for students’ reputations, safety, and well-being. This #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth, join The Social Institute's Founder & CEO, @LauraTierneyTSI, and educator and researcher, Sergio Alexander, to discover how to address cyberbullying in the age of A.I. 📅Oct. 23, 2025 🕐4 – 4:30 p.m. ET ✅ Learn the latest research on deepfakes + cyberbullying ✅ Discover ways to empower students to “cyberback” and support their peers ✅ Explore practical tools + policy strategies for safer schools Register today! thesocialinstitute.com/webinar/deepfa…

October is #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth, so we’re flipping the script on cyberbullying by equipping students to cyberback--looking out for one another and building positive, supportive communities online. Dive into our new #WinAtSocial Cyberback Lessons to equip your students to support friends and classmates online. Together, we can make the internet a place where everyone wins. Play now at WinAtSocial.com. K-12 schools, not a partner? Request a demo of #WinAtSocial Cyberback Lessons at TheSocialInstitute.com

From personalized pep talks to getting a friend's perspective after an argument, A.I. companions undoubtedly impact students as they navigate everyday situations. Want to know how? The Social Institute's Founder & CEO, @LauraTierneyTSI, huddled up with @NBCNews Daily to explain how A.I. is affecting students. #aicompanion #ai #aichatbots

🤖 A.I. is shaping how students learn, connect, and see themselves 🤖 From A.I. models to chatbot companions, artificial intelligence is evolving fast, and schools are working hard to keep up. That’s why we’re launching the Huddle on A.I., our new bi-weekly newsletter to help you keep up with the latest trends and classroom impact. Subscribe to stay ahead of the latest A.I. trends that are impacting school communities 🗞️ Subscribe here >> thesocialinstitute.com/the-ai-huddle/

📣 A few truths about education and A.I. 📣 1. A.I. has had a major impact on education in recent years. 2. Students are already using it, often without guidance, guardrails, or support. 3. Teaching responsible A.I. use is just as essential as teaching reading and writing. 4. A.I. isn’t going anywhere, but how we respond as educators is everything. Don't miss our upcoming webinar series to help educators confidently navigate the ever-evolving A.I. landscape in education. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up your approach, you’ll walk away with real insights and actionable next steps. Join us starting next week to explore: - How to build school-wide A.I. policies that actually work - How to equip teachers and students with the tools they need to teach and learn A.I. Literacy - What students really think about A.I. in and out of the classroom Let’s empower the next generation to navigate A.I. with purpose, curiosity, and integrity. 🚀 Register here: thesocialinstitute.com/solutions/equi…

How is your school preparing to meet NC's NEW Social Media Literacy requirements? Join us tomorrow to discover how innovative schools are embedding Social Media Literacy into the school day📱 Save your spot by registering now: thesocialinstitute.com/upcoming-webin…

Back-to-School season is here! 📚 Start the year strong with our 2025 Reading List: packed with inspiring picks on A.I., digital literacy, identity, and more. Perfect for students, educators, and families. Find them all here: thesocialinstitute.com/blog/back-to-s…