Social media and the constant use of the internet has taken over our lives, and our dependence on our devices has grown to extreme lengths. Hours every day are spent mindlessly scrolling; with one click, we can post and comment whatever we want online. This constant use of the internet is why it’s important to practice mindfulness online, as it’s a big part of our lives.

Cyber For Youth hosted its first school workshop at Monta Vista High School, engaging over 350 ninth graders in conversations about cyberbullying and digital footprints. Through interactive activities, students learned to think critically about their online presence.