"It's skills and opportunities that you miss out on when you're focused on a screen" Dr.Rob Anderson

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In this episode of the Smart Social podcast, host Josh Ochs sits down with Dr. Rob Anderson, the Superintendent of Boulder Valley School District, to discuss the importance of durable skills, digital safety, and mental health for students. They explore how technology impacts students' abilities to work in teams and deal with real-world situations, the role of parents and communities in managing kids' screen time, and the critical need for open communication between parents and children. The episode features tips for engaging with kids about their screen time and practical advice from real teenagers on managing digital habits.

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