Digital Well-Being

PART ONE OF THE EVENING:

Panel Discussion: Digital Well-Being & Youth Development

5:30-6:30 PM

Charlotte Central School Library

A moderated panel featuring local professionals in youth health and mental health. We’ll explore how devices and social media intersect with development and well-being, with an emphasis on practical insights and shared responsibility.

Panelists: (read short bios)

• Jeremiah E. Dickerson, M.D. | Child Psychiatrist | University of Vermont Health Network

• Elizabeth Hunt, M.D. | Pediatrician | Timber Lane Pediatrics

• Elizabeth S. Perzanowski, M.D. | Pediatrician | University of Vermont Health Network

Moderated by Charlotte Central School K-8 School Counselor, Betsy Lloyd.

PART TWO OF THE EVENING:

Tools, Monitoring, and Partnership: A Practical Conversation

6:30 - 7:15 PM

Charlotte Central School Library

A practical session led by CCS educators (and caregivers) focused on family strategies and tools for guiding device use. We’ll explore partnership-based approaches that help adults model healthy habits and support kids with clear expectations and ongoing communication, including a look at the Bark Parental Control app.

This three-night series is open to all caregivers who live within the Champlain Valley School District—including families whose children attend CVSD schools, private schools, or are homeschooled.

Please RSVP so we can plan for attendance and share any updates to the programming.

See a description of the entire series.