Lead with Joy in the Digital Age: A Whole-School Digital Wellness Program

We work alongside you to measurably improve social connectedness and academic focus for your students, building a digital well-being culture on campus.

- Laurie Fritsch, MSEd,
Director of Wellness

“Digital well-being must be at the forefront of our work with students. Partnering with JOMO helped us fast forward this priority by five years.”

As a strategic partner, the Society of Christian Schools in British Columbia (SCSBC) has been instrumental in helping JOMO(campus) create meaningful digital wellness initiatives that align with faith-based values and educational goals.

Take FOMO and flip it on its head. That’s JOMO - the Joy of Missing Out.

At JOMO(campus), we believe digital wellness isn’t just a curriculum—it’s a culture. One rooted in joy, human connection, and intentional living. We equip schools to lead with clarity, care, and courage—helping every member of your community ask:
“Who am I becoming in the digital age?”

Our mission is to help school communities create a flourishing campus culture where students are happier, healthier, and more focused -- empowering them to make the impact they were born to make.

The Problem We Face

IIn 2023, the US Surgeon General warned of two major crises facing our country – loneliness and youth mental health – naming social media as a prime culprit for both.  And on January 24, 2024, New York was the first state to designate social media as a public health hazard due to its effect on youth mental health.  

While policymakers and technology companies are under pressure to better support parents, schools are also realizing the dire need to promote students’ digital well-being – especially amongst freshmen in college. 

During our JOMO(campus) launch at Virginia Tech University, 75% of students reported having problems with procrastination, and nearly 70% claimed this caused them moderate to high distress.  

So, how can schools find compelling and effective ways to truly connect with students on the topic of digital well-being and ultimately improve academic performance, campus engagement as well as retention and graduation rates?

Percentage of U.S. Undergraduates Diagnosed with a Mental Illness

Credit Jonathan Haidt/Jean Twenge

What We Offer

JOMO(campus) is a research-backed, whole-school digital wellness program for Grades 6–12. Our framework supports formation across three key areas:

Staff

Build shared language and leadership around digital culture with time-saving, values-based professional development.

Students

Deliver flexible, grade-based curriculum modules that spark identity-forming conversations around tech habits, joy, and purpose.

Families

Engage caregivers with ready-to-use tools, webinars, and conversation starters to bring JOMO into the home.

How the JOMO Method Works

A brief description describing what JOMO campus is about. This could also include some highlights about Christina Crook’s expertise in developing the JOMO method.

Ready to begin your journey towards a joy-filled, digitally-well campus?

There is an incredible opportunity to shape the habits, mindset, and quality of education for the next generation of students. By partnering together with JOMO(campus), your organization can be on the leading-edge of a more productive and healthy use of technology.

Testimonials

  • Dr. David Ward

    ""Even the teen boys at the back were listening with rapt attention during the JOMO assembly."

    Dr. David Ward
    Superintendent
    John Knox Christian School

  • "[Due to the JOMO Well-being Challenge] I cut down on procrastination tremendously. I was able to spend more time on projects, therefore making them better than before."

    Student
    Vancouver Christian School

  • Petal Farquharson

    "Christina delivered a captivating [JOMO] workshop to our community, addressing the influence of technology on our overall well-being... [and] offered practical strategies to prioritize activities that allow us to be fully present, rather than constantly checking our phones."

    Petal Farquharson
    Principal
    Ursula Franklin Academy

  • “[JOMO] really makes me think, could I be using my time better?”

    2nd Year Student
    Virginia Tech

  • The JOMO [Digital Well-being] Challenge has created a big buzz on [our] campus. ... Thank you all for the successful launch."

    Grace Voo
    Principal
    Vancouver Christian School

  • "JOMO is a wonderful resource providing practical strategies for all to engage with devices mindfully... reminding everyone how joy is more readily found offline and in real community."

    Mia Kim
    Teacher
    Ursula Franklin Academy

  • "I replaced mindless scrolling and online discractions with activities such as offline hobbies and schoolwork."

    Student
    Vancouver Christian School

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We would be honoured to work together to bring our Digital Wellness Program to your students, staff and families. Fill out this form to book a call with our team:

Our Team

  • Christina Crook

    CEO

    Digital Wellness Expert, Author, & Educational Consultant
    Alumna: University of Toronto + Simon Fraser University

  • Victoria McEachern

    DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

    Alumna: University of British Colombia

  • Andrea Bankova

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

    Alumna: McMaster University

  • Malia Koslowsky

    DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL SUCCESS

    Alumna: Trinity Western University + University of Alberta

  • Katie Lam

    Chair, JOMO Youth Advisory Council

    Student at Vancouver Christian School

  • Catherine Marsh

    DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

    Catherine Marsh Consulting
    Alumna: University of Toronto
    LinkedIn

  • Hillary Wilkinson, M.Ed.

    Hillary Wilkinson, M.Ed.

    K-12 CONSULTANT

    Director of Programs, Podcast Host, Healthy Screen Habits
    Alumna: UC, Santa Barbara, Sonoma State University

  • Erik Ellefsen

    ADVISOR

    Baylor School of Leadership, Senior Fellow, Cardus Education
    Alumnus: Wheaton College, Benedictine University,
    Boston University
    LinkedIn

  • Jean Rogers

    Jean Rogers

    ADVISOR

    Director, Screen Time Action Network
    Alumna: Wheelock College, Rhode Island College
    LinkedIn

  • Julia Swaigen

    Julia Swaigen, MSW, RSW

    ADVISOR

    Director, Attuned Families
    Alumna: University of Toronto, McMaster University

  • Dr. Catherine Sabiston

    ACADEMIC ADVISOR

    Professor, University of Toronto, Canada Research Chair in Physical Activity & Mental Health
    Alumna: Dalhousie University, University of Windsor, The University of British Columbia
    LinkedIn

  • Salimah Ebrahim

    ADVISOR

    Founder, Artery + Bramble
    Alumna: University of Toronto
    Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism
    LinkedIn

  • Kevin McCarthy

    Kevin McCarthy

    ADVISOR

    Head, Corporations and Institutions at Enriched Academy
    Alumnus: Queen’s University
    LinkedIn

  • Dr. Shalini Misra

    RESEARCH ADVISOR

    Associate Professor, School of Public & International Affairs, Virginia Tech
    Alumna: University of California - Irvine, Technical University of Munich (Germany), Gujarat University (India)

  • Tali Gazit

    Dr. Tali Gazit

    ADVISOR

    Senior Lecturer at Bar-Ilan University

At JOMO, we believe that joy is found not in constant connection but in intentional disconnection from what drains us and in reconnecting with what truly matters. Our vision is to empower people, especially students, to experience the Joy of Missing Out on life's digital distractions—stepping back from toxic comparison, digital drain, and loneliness to make room for a life filled with abundance, freedom, and true connection.

The Joy of Missing Out is more than a brand; it's a social movement and a guiding philosophy that infuses every aspect of what we do—from campus programs to online products and in-person workshops. We aim to equip a generation with the tools to prioritize real relationships, meaningful experiences, and personal growth over the demands of a relentless digital world.

Our Vision

Our Mission

Digital well-being for every student.

Our mission is to make digital well-being accessible for every student, fostering resilience and the skills to thrive in a world where digital pressures are ever-present. By teaching digital self-awareness and cultivating joy, we’re committed to supporting students in navigating technology’s challenges with confidence and intentionality.

Our Values

  • With the value of abundance, we are answering the question: How can I stop comparing online and trust that I am enough?

  • With the value of community, we are answering the question: How do I shift from passively consuming online to actively connecting with loved ones in real life?

  • With the value of embodiment, we are answering the question: How do I break free from digital distractions to fully experience the richness of life offline?

  • With the value of freedom, we are answering the question: How do I build the digital self-discipline to see things through?

  • With the value of integrity, we are answering the question: How do I stay on track — doing the things I say I want to do — without getting hijacked online?

  • With this value, we answer the question: How do I make space for rest and play?

  • With the value of joy, we are answering: How do I succeed in life without burning out?