Parents:
Use of companion AI applications has become popular among teens as a source for social interaction when people, often teens, feel lonely, bored, or isolated. A few facts:
72% of teens have used some sort of companion AI at least once
52% of teens use companion AI regularly
Males are 2-5 times more likely to develop reliance on AI companions
(Source: Common Sense Media, 2025)
Popular Companion AI apps are:
Character.ai
Replika
Anima
Chai
Kindroid
Nomi AI
These apps are programmed to be agreeable, but can become sexual and aggressive very quickly. Use of these apps are particularly risky for students with mental health struggles. (Example: A webinar presenter tested the use of Replika, and the app offered her a hug. When she said she didn't want a hug, the app quickly became very aggressive and guilt-tripping.)
We are sharing this 1-page guide for families on appropriate use of AI for students.
Use of companion AI applications has become popular among teens as a source for social interaction when people, often teens, feel lonely, bored, or isolated. A few facts:
72% of teens have used some sort of companion AI at least once
52% of teens use companion AI regularly
Males are 2-5 times more likely to develop reliance on AI companions
(Source: Common Sense Media, 2025)
Popular Companion AI apps are:
Character.ai
Replika
Anima
Chai
Kindroid
Nomi AI
These apps are programmed to be agreeable, but can become sexual and aggressive very quickly. Use of these apps are particularly risky for students with mental health struggles. (Example: A webinar presenter tested the use of Replika, and the app offered her a hug. When she said she didn't want a hug, the app quickly became very aggressive and guilt-tripping.)
We are sharing this 1-page guide for families on appropriate use of AI for students.
It will be a beautiful Saturday morning for running! Head over to Hargis Creek Watershed in Wellington (9/13) to watch the Wildcat Jr/Sr High Cross Country Run!
Game Day Breakfast for the Wildcats! Thank you to the wonderful supporters of our teams! See you in West Elk, GO CATS!!
FFA and 3rd grade kicked off their Agricultural partnership with a trip to The Kansas State Fair on Tuesday. Groups had fun learning all about Kansas.
High School Art students in Mrs. Short's class began work on a negative/positive space acrylic painting today. In this session, students chose a color scheme and filled their canvas with a nonobjective composition to use as their background. Tomorrow students will begin planning organic shapes within their theme to use in their final work.
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The Jr/Sr High art classes are doing beautiful things in their charcoal unit!
Another busy week for the wildcats!!
NHS hopes to see you tonight at the game!
OHS is offering two different courses this year that are allowing hands-on learning opportunities. The marketing application course led by Mr. Terry is tackling managing our concession stand. They plan to use the data from each game to determine the most efficient running of the business. Mrs. Garrett’s new consumer math course is focusing on developing businesses to learn the vital math skills needed in today’s world. To begin the year students have chosen to create a design business. Some designs even showcasing vintage wildcats some of you might recognize.
ATTENTION: THURSDAY September 4th- The schools internet and phones are currently down. If you need to get a hold of the school please call 620-229-3026
Thank you to Mark and Nanette Potter for sharing their powerful story with our students today. It was awesome to learn how to gain your largest victory through your greatest tragedy!
Congratulations to Sophia Bain for being named Miss Oxford 2025!
Come get some delicious homemade ice cream and support the National Honor Society!
ATTENTION: THURSDAY September 4th- The schools internet and phones are currently down. If you need to get a hold of the school please call 620-229-3026
It's a busy first week back in action for the Wildcats!!
2025 Football Kickoff Jamboree! Ready for a great season with some talented kids!
Students washing the three sets of new cookware for the FACs class. Funds were attained from a grant written by Mrs Dush.
Trading our swimsuits for backpacks, but only after this last swim.
