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From screen time to social media, help students thrive in a world full of media and tech.

It's easy to forget just how much media and technology are infused into everything we do—including at school. But Common Sense's free resources can help you and your students take a healthy, balanced approach to tech and screen use, in the classroom and beyond. Here's a collection of our best back-to-school resources to help you and your students make this year a success!

AI literacy for students and teachers

Addressing AI in the classroom

For better and for worse, artificial intelligence tools are a part of today's educational landscape. Learning how AI tools work—and how to use them responsibly—is an important digital literacy skill for students and teachers alike. These helpful AI literacy resources can support you and your students now and throughout the school year.

Device advice for classrooms

Dealing with digital distractions

Different rules for different schools? Yep, probably. From all-out cellphone bans to one-to-one device programs, there's no "one size fits all" solution for every school. Regardless of your school's situation, when it comes to managing and monitoring students' device use in your school, you can start the year off right with these helpful resources.

Back-to-school tools

Making the most of media

Moderation might be top of mind when it comes to classroom screen time. Choosing the best classroom tools and media is essential to making the most of whatever screen time you do include in your classroom. Make students' in-class tech time worthwhile with these top tools and resources.

Family engagement resources

Connecting with families

Partnering with families is essential for student success—and their digital well-being. Keep families connected from the start, and throughout the school year, with these resources and real-time support.

More free resources for back-to-school

Setting up for success

Looking for more helpful resources during the back-to-school season? We've got you covered. Use these articles and customizable templates to manage devices in your classroom, foster positive communication with families, and lay the foundation for a fun, healthy, and successful school year.

Earn Common Sense Recognition

Apply for the Common Sense Education Recognition Program

Common Sense Recognition is a free program where teachers can gain access to invaluable resources, join a supportive community, and receive a recognition badge for their commitment to digital teaching and learning. Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your digital citizenship skills!