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Limiting screen time

The Importance of Limiting Screen Time for Students

In today’s digital era, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives, with students spending a significant amount of time in front of them. While technology plays a vital role in education and communication, excessive screen time can negatively affect students’ physical and mental health. At Vels Global School, we emphasize a balanced approach to screen usage to promote the holistic development of our students.

Prolonged screen time can lead to various physical health concerns, such as eye strain, headaches, and poor posture. These issues are particularly prevalent among students who spend hours on devices without taking regular breaks. Additionally, excessive screen exposure contributes to mental health challenges, including anxiety, stress, and sleep disturbances. Studies show that too much screen time disrupts the natural sleep cycle, ultimately affecting academic performance and emotional well-being. Furthermore, prolonged device use can reduce face-to-face social interactions, limiting opportunities for students to develop essential social skills. While technology serves as a powerful educational tool, unregulated screen time can also serve as a distraction, leading to a loss of focus on academics.

Our Approach to Balancing Screen Time

At Vels Global School, we prioritize creating a balanced learning environment by integrating modern technology with traditional teaching methods. We aim to help students maintain a healthy relationship with screens by encouraging structured technology use. Digital devices are employed primarily for educational purposes, focusing on interactive and educational content. We also emphasize the importance of physical activity, offering a wide range of sports, outdoor activities, and yoga sessions to promote fitness and reduce screen dependency. Additionally, regular screen-free breaks are built into our school schedule, allowing students time to engage in reading, art, or group activities. Collaboration with parents is key, and we work closely with them to set consistent screen time rules at home. Workshops and seminars are organized to raise awareness about the significance of limiting screen use.

For parents, setting clear boundaries is essential to managing screen time at home. Creating a daily schedule that allocates specific times for screen use ensures a balance with other activities. Parents are also encouraged to promote hobbies like reading, painting, or playing musical instruments as healthy alternatives to screen time. Leading by example, parents can demonstrate healthy screen habits by reducing their own screen usage in front of their children. Monitoring the content children access is important to ensure that it is age-appropriate and educational.

At Vels Global School, we believe that technology should be viewed as a tool, not a lifestyle. By limiting screen time and promoting a balanced approach, we aim to nurture well-rounded individuals who excel academically, socially, and physically. Together with parents, we strive to create an environment where students can thrive in every aspect of life.