Jo Phillips is a youth resilience coach and motivational speaker. She is experienced and is an education support for kids and their adults. More than 170K kids and 10K parents have participated in the Starting a Social Medial Conversation Program.  

How To Start A Social Media Conversation

Starting a Social Media Conversation is an innovative program designed to bridge the communication gap between children and the adults in their lives regarding social media use.  Recognizing that kids often hesitate to report negative experiences online due to fear of losing privileges, this program fosters an environment of trust and open dialogue.  The two-part initiative involves interactive sessions with kids during school hours, where they discover the pros and cons of social media through guided discussions. These sessions empower children to approach adults with confidence about their online experiences. In the evening, a session for adults - parents, teachers, and other guardians - provides insights into their children's digital world, informed by the earlier discussions with the kids. Adults learn to ask more effective questions and gain tools to support positive social media engagement at home. By reinforcing good choices, the program helps children feel supported and confident, ultimately promoting a safer and more constructive online environment.  Each session is customized to be age-appropriate, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in addressing the specific challenges faced by different age groups. 

Sessions: February 10, 2025

Wm E Hay Grades 7-9 @ 10:15-11:30AM

SES Grade 4-6 @ 1:32-2:50PM

Parent Sessions @ 6:15-7:45PM

Brought to you in partnership by  Wm E Hay Secondary Campus and SES School Council/Fundraising Society.