West Ridge Community Church - Living Online. And Being Well. (Wichita, KS)

Join us for a joint presentation, focused on our collective digital well-being as parents and young people. In the first half, we'll offer expert advice and insights for students in grades 6-12. Parents and adults, this piece is for you too! We will affirm the source of our values and strive to find better ways to use technology that affirms God's hopes and design for our lives. Our goal is digital thriving and keeping technology in its rightful place - as a servant to our needs instead of us serving its needs. Because #youmatter

In the second half of the evening, we will dismiss students and have an in-depth conversation with parents and caregivers about the 5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home. No matter where your family is in its digital journey, our practical solutions will help you be prepared, balanced, and protected online. Here's some more info on each part of the talk:

You Matter (45mins more specific to Students)

Technology is complex and woven into all areas of teen lives. What you see matters (including AI and deepfakes). What you say matters. What you share matters. What you stand for matters. We will help students navigate challenges in each of these areas.

Digital Discernment: The 5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home (45min more specific to Parents and Adults)

It is impossible to create a home that removes all risk of digital harm. It IS possible to create one that is confident and prepared for today's digital spaces. After well over a thousand presentations to parents, grandparents, and caregivers, and countless conversations with families, we’ve observed what it takes to have kids who use technology well. And we call it the Tech-Ready Home Framework. This presentation breaks down these 5 foundational habits. Do you know what’s better than any parental control? Do you know why your router is the most important digital device in your home? Do you understand the toxic trio? Do you know why TikTok is so compelling to young brains? Get ready for a ton of practical tips, solutions, and ideas you can implement.

Our desired outcomes include:

• A deep understanding of why multiple layers of protection are necessary and how they work together.

• Awareness of the hardware and software tools that support your digital goals.

• How to use practical solutions so that your family is prepared, balanced, and protected online.