Name: Virtual Friends, Real Risks: Guiding Youth in the Age of AI
Start: 2026-05-01T10:15:00-0500
End: 2026-05-01T11:00:00-0500

The NETA Board is excited to welcome you to a dynamic learning experience on April 30-May 1,2026, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska.

Virtual Friends, Real Risks: Guiding Youth in the Age of AI

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT

Silver 5

Nearly three out of four teens have used AI companions. This session examines its impact on the well-being and social development of youth. Attendees will learn why teens turn to chatbots, the risks of emotional dependency, and how to guide students and families toward healthy digital boundaries and human relationships.

Speakers

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Media

Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →

Friday May 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Silver 5

Concurrent Session

Company Library Media
Audience Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital Citizenship, Middle Grades (6th-8th), Social Emotional Learning
Subject Middle, Secondary
Area Novice

NETA 2026

Adam Vinter

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NETA 2026

Adam Vinter

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