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“They’re so distracted from their learning, but it’s also clearly affecting their social outlook.”

On this month’s SPS Extra podcast, Athletics & Activities Executive Director Stephanie Splater welcomes Video Creation Specialist Nicole Hernandez as co-host for a conversation about Engage IRL – our initiative with Launch NW to get kids off screens and engaged in activities in real life.

They chat about all the opportunities available for SPS students with North West Engagement Navigator Aaliyah Ashley-Meeks, interview Chase Middle School math teacher Gina Rye about our updated cell phone policy, and sit in on a band camp session at North Central High School.

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