Whether we like it or not, social media and online interactions with peers play a growing role in students' lives. Middle school is often where students are first exposed to many of the social media platforms and apps that are commonly used by teenagers. Parents of 7th graders may find this information especially helpful, as the 7th grade year is quite often where social media begins to intersect with students' social lives, which can cause hurdles both in school and at home. The content on this page is geared specifically toward parents of middle schoolers and will provide some guidance for you as you work to keep your child safe and monitor their online interactions.