Recognizing online risks is the first step to avoiding them. Awareness is the best defense!

In today’s digital world, social media plays a significant role in students’ lives. To help them navigate this space safely and responsibly, our Middle and High School students recently benefited from an insightful intervention titled “Responsible Social Media Use and Risk Prevention”, led by our school psychologist, Dr. Valerio Gerardini, a psychologist specializing in child protection.

During this session, students received valuable guidance on recognizing potential online risks, managing their digital presence effectively, and making informed decisions when engaging with social media. Dr. Gerardini emphasized the importance of awareness as the first line of defense against online dangers, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills when interacting in digital spaces.

Through engaging discussions and real-life scenarios, students explored topics such as privacy settings, cyberbullying prevention, digital footprint management, and the psychological impact of social media. The session also highlighted the importance of digital well-being, helping students understand how their online habits can influence their mental health and overall well-being.

At LAAS, we are committed to fostering responsible digital citizenship by equipping our students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the digital world safely. We extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Gerardini for leading this essential conversation and guiding our students in reflecting on the responsible use of technology.

By empowering our students with awareness and knowledge, we help them become informed, responsible, and ethical digital citizens—ready to engage with technology in a way that is both safe and meaningful.