SmartSocial Helps School Districts Protect Students, Engage Parents, and Gives Superintendents Something to Celebrate
Join 270+ school districts using SmartSocial's live events, parent education programs, and award-winning resources to create safer schools — and better board meetings.
A Complete Parent Engagement & Student Safety System — Done for You
Weekly Live Parent Education Events
SmartSocial hosts live, online events every week — on TikTok dangers, screen time, video games, online predators, and more. Your district brands these events and sends them to your families. Parents show up. Kids come with them. The conversation happens at home because it happened with you first.
A Superintendent Dashboard That Makes You Look Good
Track how many parents attended, what topics they care about most, and how engaged your community is — all in real time. When your board asks "What are we doing for parent engagement?" you have the data to answer.
The #1 Superintendent Podcast
SmartSocial's podcast reaches hundreds of thousands of listeners and features superintendents from across the country. Being featured is free PR — you get to talk about what your district is doing to protect kids, and your community hears it.
High-Energy Events With Real Giveaways
Our live events aren't boring webinars. We bring energy, practical tips, giveaways for parents and kids, and content families actually want to share. Parents thank you for hosting them.
450+ Guides, App Reviews, and Safety Resources
From TikTok to Roblox to online predator warning signs — your families get the most up-to-date library of digital safety content in K-12 education, in English and Spanish.
Student Voices/Perspectives
SmartSocial isn't just for parents. We work with students directly — through internship programs, student panels, and age-appropriate content that meets kids where they are.
What Happens When a Superintendent Says Yes to SmartSocial
Picture this: It's October. A parent in your district posts on a Facebook group that their child was contacted by an adult stranger on a gaming app. The post gets 300 shares. Your phone is ringing by 8am.
You scramble to write a letter home. You ask the counseling staff to send resources, but they're stretched thin. You hold a one-time parent meeting in a school gym where 40 people show up, you hire a one-off speaker, and three weeks later everyone has moved on. Nothing changed.
You already have a standing parent education program running every week. You send a personalized message to your community directing them to that week's live online event on Talking to Kids About Online Strangers. Hundreds of families tune in. You share the recording. Parents DM your principals saying thank you. Your board sees the engagement numbers. A local news outlet covers your proactive approach.
You didn't just manage the crisis. You turned it into a win.That's what SmartSocial is built to do.
Let's Talk About the Realities of Being a Superintendent
The average superintendent tenure in America is under three years. You know that. Your board knows that. Community trust is fragile, and one bad news cycle can reshape your relationship with parents and board members who are already watching closely.SmartSocial helps you stay ahead of the story — not chase it.
Here's what school leaders who partner with SmartSocial consistently report
Boards are proud. When you present parent engagement numbers at a board meeting — hundreds or thousands of parents attending your live events — the atmosphere changes. This is the kind of visible, positive impact that boards want to fund and celebrate.
Parents feel supported — not lectured. SmartSocial's events are approachable, energetic, and practical. Parents leave feeling empowered, not scared. That emotional residue gets associated with your district.
PTAs stop asking "what are you doing about this?" because they already know the answer. Some of them are helping promote the events.
You have something real to put in your annual report. Not a line item. A program. With attendance records, testimonials, and measurable reach.
You're positioned as a leader in your region. Districts that take online safety seriously before a crisis hits are the ones that superintendents at conferences want to talk to. SmartSocial features those leaders on the podcast — giving you a national platform.
Join thousands of families each week (and WIN cool prizes):
Join our online workshops that make safety a conversation, not a crisis
Bring your kids, too! These events are designed to help start real conversations at home, so your family is safer and stronger. Join honest, practical conversations about the apps, screen time struggles, and online situations keeping families up at night.
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The Impact of Screen Time on Motivation, Health & Academics
(Online workshop) Learn how screen time affects motivation, health and academics while gaining practical strategies to set limits and reconnect as a family.
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When Screens Turn Mean: Combat Online Bullying & Support Positive Student Behavior
(Online Workshop) Cyberbullying can destroy a child’s confidence long before parents even realize it's happening. Join our live parent event to learn how to spot the signs, protect your child, and build a safer digital future together.
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Avoiding Strangers & Dangerous Situations: Help Your Child Stay Safe Online
(Online Workshop) Learn the dangers of students talking with strangers online, how to recognize the red flags, and a practical approach to help your child stay safe and happy online.
When Screens Turn Mean: Combat Online Bullying & Support Positive Student Behavior
(Online Workshop) Cyberbullying can destroy a child’s confidence long before parents even realize it's happening. Join our live parent event to learn how to spot the signs, protect your child, and build a safer digital future together.
AI for Student Success: Being Productive & Learning Future Skills
(Online Workshop) Bring your kids and unlock the power of AI together! Discover cutting edge AI tools and skills that spark curiosity, boost learning (without cheating), and prepare your child for the future of AI.
When Screens Turn Mean: Combat Online Bullying & Support Positive Student Behavior
(Online Workshop) Cyberbullying can destroy a child’s confidence long before parents even realize it's happening. Join our live parent event to learn how to spot the signs, protect your child, and build a safer digital future together.
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Your Story Deserves to Be Heard
SmartSocial runs the #1 podcast for school superintendents. Each week, a district leader comes on to talk about what's working — for their students, their families, and their community.
Being featured on the podcast means:
Your name and district reach hundreds of thousands of educators and parents nationally
You get a professionally produced asset to share with your board, your community, and your LinkedIn
You are positioned as a thought leader — not just a district administrator
Your approach to online safety becomes a story worth telling
Superintendents don't just listen to our podcast.
They become the voice of it.
What Parents & Educators Say About SmartSocial
The SmartSocial programs teach adults the essentials of social media and how to work with students to stay safe online
Good info for any parent or educator who wants to keep kids safe and happy online. Keep up the good work!
Kristen J.
Parent of Teen
Thanks for the program. Tons of great info that can help me protect my kids.
Cindy T.
Parent of 5th & 9th Graders
Josh's presentation about social media was fantastic. It was such a thoughtful process. My students learned what they should and shouldn't be posting online.
Director of College Advising
This webinar is a very helpful eye-opener on the apps that are popular with my students.
Irene C.
Educator Webinar Attendee
You hear all of these things about what kids are doing online and it was great to understand the things that are hidden behind the scenes on these popular apps. We are definitely better off now. Thank you for the presentation.
Dad
Parent Webinar Attendee
I really love the emphasis on having a dialogue. This presentation gives parents the tools to be able to communicate with their children effectively about what matters most.
Catholic Sister
Educator Webinar Attendee
I'm a counselor and Josh's presentation was fabulous and very very informative.
Counselor
Educator Webinar Attendee
This is great info, thanks for giving me some ideas on how to start a dialogue with my teen!
Sharon M.
Parent Webinar Attendee
I watched this presentation because I don't know anything about social media. Now I can teach my kids.
Mom
Parent Webinar Attendee
One Decision Can Change Your District's Relationship With Online Safety
Most districts wait until there's a crisis to act. The ones that don't — those are the ones parents brag about at the soccer field.
Here are the three ways to get started:
Request Our District Program
Start a full SmartSocial partnership for your district. We'll walk you through setup, help you promote your first event, and give you everything you need to show measurable impact.
Request Our ProgramsBe Featured on the Superintendent Podcast
Share your story, reach a national audience, and position your district as a digital safety leader.
Try It Yourself as a Parent
Want to see what families experience? Take our 1-minute quiz and register for a live event.
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