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Call (855) 940-5877   LEARN MORE   Reach Your Prospects Every Week Thousands of industry professionals subscribe to association news briefs, which allows your company to push messaging directly to their inboxes and take advantage of the association's brand affinity.     LEARN MORE   Social media in school: Why it doesn't have to be a nuisance District Administration Magazine Instead of trying to shield students from social media in schools, district leaders should leverage the technology to drive engagement in STEAM, career prep and other high-priority subjects. READ MORE New report provides look at students' mental health during pandemic Fairfax County News Center The COVID-19 pandemic may have provided some protections for certain youth due to increased time at home leading to increased family support and supervision, while for others the pandemic may have enhanced stressors and risk factors. READ MORE Many parents now want a more personalized, flexible learning experience for their children Education Week A majority of parents are now looking for a more personalized, flexible education for their children — a desire likely fueled by experiences from remote and hybrid education during the pandemic. READ MORE Disconnection, not teens' screen time, is the problem Phys.org While many parents and caregivers believe teens spend too much time on smartphones, video games and social media, a Michigan State University researcher says not to worry about screen time. READ MORE   NYSSCA Today Connect with NYSSCA Hailey Golden, Director of Publishing, Multiview, 469-420-2630 | Download media kit Kayla Boehler, Content Editor, MultiView, 972-402-7024 | Contribute News New York State School Counselor Association P.O. 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