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 schools. 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.
What People are Saying
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Even the teen boys at the back were listening with rapt attention during the JOMO assembly.
David Ward, Superintendent
John Knox Christian School -
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Due to my JOMO learning, I cut down on procrastination tremendously. I was able to spend more time on meaningful projects.
Student
Vancouver Christian School -
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JOMO offered our school community practical strategies to prioritize activities that allow us to be fully present, rather than constantly checking our phones.
Petal Farquharson, Principal
Ursula Franklin Academy -
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JOMO has created a big buzz on campus!
Grace Voo, Principal
Vancouver Christian School -
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JOMO is a wonderful resource reminding us that joy is more readily found offline and in real community.
Mia Kim, Teacher
Ursula Franklin Academy -
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I replaced mindless scrolling and online distractions with activities such as offline hobbies and schoolwork.
Student
King’s Collegiate
10 Tips for a Digitally-Well Campus
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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
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Christina Crook
Founder + CEO
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Andrea Bankova
Director of Communications
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Malia Koslowsky
Director of School Success
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Katie Lam
Youth Advisory Council Chair
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Catherine Marsh
Director of Legal + Finance
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Erik Ellefsen
Advisor, Baylor Center for School Leadership
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Jean Rogers
Advisor, Screen Time Action Network
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Julia Swaigen, MSW, RSW
Advisor, Attuned Families
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Dr. Catherine Sabiston
Advisor, Canada Research Chair in Physical Activity & Mental Health
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Salimah Ebrahim
Advisor, Entrepreneur
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Kevin McCarthy
Advisor, Corporations and Institutions at Enriched Academy
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Dr. Shalini Misra
Advisor, School of Public & International Affairs, Virginia Tech
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Hillary Wilkinson, M.Ed.
Advisor, Healthy Screen Habits
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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.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Building More Joyful Lives through Intentional Technology Use.
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
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With the value of abundance, we are answering the question: How can I stop comparing online and trust that I am enough?
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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?
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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?
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With the value of freedom, we are answering the question: How do I build the digital self-discipline to see things through?
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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?
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With this value, we answer the question: How do I make space for rest and play?
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With the value of joy, we are answering: How do I succeed in life without burning out?