Digital Wellbeing Club Continues to Make an Impact

Members of the Digital Wellbeing Club at Two Rivers High School are helping students across School District 197 build healthier relationships with technology. Most recently, club members visited fourth graders at Garlough Environmental Magnet School, where they shared tips on healthy screen use and led small-group conversations about digital habits. The visit sparked thoughtful discussions, with younger students reflecting on their own screen use and learning strategies to balance technology with other important parts of their lives.

The student-created and student-led Digital Wellbeing Club is grounded in peer education—students teaching and learning from one another about how to navigate today’s always-connected digital world. Club members believe every student deserves the knowledge and skills to use technology intentionally and responsibly. By creating a safe, inclusive space to talk openly about digital media, the group helps students recognize both the benefits and challenges of technology and develop habits that support their well-being now and in the future.

Now in its third year, the club has become a powerful example of student leadership in action. Members visit elementary and middle schools across the district to share their experiences and encourage younger students to reflect on their own digital habits. Students often say hearing these messages from peers feels more relatable, helping them think differently about their screen use and the importance of setting boundaries.

At Two Rivers, the club also hosts “Log Off Lunch” events, where students voluntarily put their phones away during lunch to connect face-to-face with friends. Hundreds of students participate each year, choosing conversation and connection over screen time. 

The Digital Wellbeing Club’s work has even earned national recognition. In 2024, the group received the Digital Wellbeing Excellence Award from LiveMore ScreenLess, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting healthy digital habits among young people. Through classroom visits, student-led initiatives, and peer-to-peer conversations, Two Rivers students are helping lead a culture shift—empowering themselves and others to thrive in a digital world.