Students across New York State are ready to share their innovative ideas on digital wellness and sustainability. Join us on April 9th for a virtual showcase where PreK-12 students will present their projects, demonstrating the vital connection between responsible technology use and environmental action. Witness firsthand how they are shaping a healthier, more sustainable future. Register for free now to be part of this impactful event.
Event Overview
Digital Wellness Day is a virtual statewide event, co-hosted by WSWHE BOCES and Take Action Global. This event provides a platform for New York’s PreK-12 students to share their innovative projects and initiatives focused on digital wellness and sustainability. It is designed to foster peer-to-peer learning and inspire positive change across the state.
Why It Matters
In today’s interconnected world, the health of our students and our planet are inextricably linked. This event explores the critical intersection of technology use and environmental stewardship. By promoting balanced tech habits and sustainable practices, we are building healthier, more resilient schools and communities. We will cover topics such as tech habits, cybersecurity, social media, AI use, cyberbullying, school sustainability, and student stories.
Event Details
Join us on April 9, 2025, from 9:00AM to 12:30PM EST for the New York State Digital Wellness Day. This virtual event will be hosted on YouTube Live and is open to PreK-12 students, teachers, families, and community members. The format will consist of student presentations, Q&A sessions, and an interactive LEGO experience. The event is co-hosted by Take Action Global and WSWHE BOCES.
Students will present on various digital wellness topics, including:
- Tech Habits
- Cybersecurity
- Social Media
- AI Use
- Cyberbullying
- School Sustainability
- Student Stories
New York State is committed to fostering Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and digital wellness, addressing the challenges of technology addiction. This statewide student showcase provides a platform for K-12 students to share their success stories, demonstrating both low-tech/no-tech engagement and healthy uses of technology. The event features 10 diverse classroom presentations, highlighting innovative digital wellness initiatives from across New York. This event also showcases the importance of using technology to better the environment.
Keynote Speakers
Meredith McDermott
Chief Sustainability & Decarbonization Officer
Alice Goodman
Senior Director of Policy and Partnerships
Schedule of Events
| 9:00-9:30 | Welcome and Keynote Address |
| 9:30-9:45 | Grades 9-12: “Cell Phone Free in Schoharie” Presenter: Schoharie CSD |
| 9:45-10:00 | Student co-host presentation “Athletics & Digital Wellness” Presenter: Minerva |
| 10:00-10:15 | Grade 7: “Building a Balanced Digital World” (Dan Thomas) Presenter: Southwestern CSD |
| 10:15-10:30 | Grade 5: “DigCit Carnival” Presenter: Queensbury CSD |
| 10:30-11:00 | LEGO Interactive Experience |
| 11:00-11:15 | Grades 9-12: Digital Wellness Through Gaming: Benefits of Esports Presenter: Lake Shore CSD |
| 11:15-11:30 | Grades 3-5: “Unplugged along the Hudson” Presenter: Stillwater CSD |
| 11:30-11:45 | Grade 3-4: Many Voices Answer a Single Call (with Maryse Parent & Austin Everhart) Presenter: Clayton Huey Elementary School |
| 11:45-12:00 | High school “Creative Wellness” Presenter: Tim Needles |
| 12:00-12:15 | Grades 2-3: “Unplugged Along the Hudson-Part 2” Presenter: Mechanicville CSD |
| 12:15-12:30 | Call to Action and Closing |
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