Upper Dublin Launches Tech Trek for Student Digital Wellbeing; ETIH Awards 2026 Open
The Upper Dublin Education Foundation has launched Tech Trek, an online resource empowering families to navigate digital well-being for students' engagement, health, and success. Meanwhile, the Education Technology Innovations & Honors (ETIH) Awards 2026 are open for entries, celebrating global excellence in education technology.
Tech Trek, developed with experts in digital wellbeing and child development, provides guidance on device readiness, social media safety, gaming communities, and screen habits. It emphasizes teaching skills before granting children independence and encourages open communication. Michelle Boas, Executive Director at the Upper Dublin Education Foundation, states that Tech Trek equips families with tools to make informed decisions about technology use.
The scheme also promotes positive online behavior by encouraging parents to model it. Tech Trek will be promoted at community events and an advisory council will provide ongoing guidance. The foundation aims to help students thrive in the digital age.
Meanwhile, the ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 are open to organizations across the UK, the Americas, and internationally. Focusing on workforce development, AI integration, and innovative learning solutions, the awards celebrate excellence in global education technology. Winners will be announced on 14 January 2026 and featured in a print magazine at BETT 2026.
Tech Trek, a valuable resource for families, is set to promote digital wellbeing and responsible tech use among students. Simultaneously, the ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 invite global entries, promising to recognize and showcase the best in education technology.
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