Finding Balance with Technology

Finding balance with technology is essential for elementary students because it supports healthy development across all areas—social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. While technology can be a powerful tool for learning and creativity, too much screen time can limit opportunities for face-to-face interaction, active play, and hands-on exploration. Encouraging a mix of tech use and offline activities helps children build critical life skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and self-regulation, while also protecting their sleep, attention, and overall well-being.