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Student Well-being

Attendance, mental health, behavior, belonging, safeguarding, and learner support systems.

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Student Well-being

More Than 200 Schools Are Using AI Wellness Chatbots

EdSource found Alongside’s Kiwi in use at more than 200 schools across 19 states. District and company documents show how consent, crisis alerts, 988 handoffs, and staff follow-up work in practice — and where safety questions remain.

Sep 12, 20267 min read
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An empty school counseling office with a desk, chair, face-down phone, notebook, and a softly lit hallway beyond.
Student Well-being

More Than 200 Schools Are Using AI Wellness Chatbots

EdSource found Alongside’s Kiwi in use at more than 200 schools across 19 states. District and company documents show how consent, crisis alerts, 988 handoffs, and staff follow-up work in practice — and where safety questions remain.

Sep 12, 20267 min read
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Student Well-being

The largest U.S. phone-ban study finds that benefits take time

A major May 2026 phone-ban study suggests schools need rollout plans and student support, not just pouches, to see long-term benefits.

May 9, 20266 min read