INTRODUCE
"I AM (more than) SOCIAL MEDIA"
TO YOUR SCHOOL OR ORGANIZATION
"I AM (more than) SOCIAL MEDIA" is a school-based media program that transforms students into mindful storytellers, digital leaders, and creative change-makers. Through hands-on content creation, media literacy, and mindfulness practices, youth develop real-world skills while rebranding school culture from the inside out. This grant will help expand the program and connect students with college and career pathways in media, storytelling, and the creator economy.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Students will:​
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Learn to navigate digital spaces with intention and care
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Use media to elevate the stories of their school and community
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Develop professional portfolios aligned with college and career goals
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Explore ethical storytelling, journalism, and creative branding
This is content creation with a cause—centering student voice, critical thinking, and mindfulness.
CURRICULUM DESIGN
Objective: Equip students with 21st-century media skills, starting with safety and ending in creation.
Topics Covered:
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Digital Safety & Digital Citizenship
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Media Literacy & Critical Thinking
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Storytelling for Impact
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Mindfulness Through Media
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Branding, Voice & Digital Presence
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AI & Emerging Technologies
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Fundraiser
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Final Project Showcase
MINDFULNESS
INTERGRATION
At Pause 4 Peace, mindfulness isn’t a module—it’s the method. Students are guided to pause, reflect, and create from a grounded sense of purpose. Our P.A.U.S.E. framework is embedded into each lesson, promoting self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation as students create.
This program serves as a high school-to-career pathway, blending curriculum, mentorship, and hands-on media production to:
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Build a bridge between high school, higher education, and creative careers
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Develop students' voice, confidence, and ethical awareness
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Promote leadership and collaboration through shared learning experiences
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Foster critical media literacy and responsible digital engagement
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Equip students to tell powerful stories that uplift their schools and communities
