The Screen Guardians
Creating safer, healthier digital lives—one child, one classroom, one conversation at a time.
Created by the visionary team behind the Kids Digital Health Hub, The Screen Guardians is where education meets impact—through classrooms, conversations, and community.
We believe in a better way forward
Technology is everywhere. It shapes how our children learn, connect, explore—and also how they hurt, compare, and struggle.
At The Screen Guardians, we’re not here to sound the alarm or tell you to go screen-free forever. We’re here to walk with you—parents, educators, and community leaders—toward a more conscious, informed, and connected relationship with the digital world.
We bring together neuroscience, real-world law enforcement, and years of hands-on family work to grow something bigger than awareness. We build safety, agency, and lasting change.
Because our kids don’t just need protection.
They need preparation.
🛡 What Ae Offer at The Screen Guardians
Our work reaches across classrooms, kitchens, and communities—because digital wellness isn’t one conversation. It’s a culture. Here’s how we help create it:
K–12 digital health & safety program
A 12–14 week classroom-ready curriculum designed for students in grades K–12, this program nurtures brain-aware screen use, emotional resilience, and digital safety.
- 12–14 weekly lessons, 30–40 minutes each
- Ready-to-go activities, slides, family tools & worksheets
- Parent guides for home conversations
- No extra prep time for teachers
- Optional PD credits & add-ons available
Designed for both teacher-led or in-person delivery.
Teacher & staff trainings
More than instruction—it’s restoration.
Our digital health & safety professional development sessions help school staff and educators understand how screen use affects students’ brains, behaviors, and well-being—while offering tools that are practical, sensitive, and grounded in the latest research.
- Brain science behind screen use
- Recognizing signs of digital stress & risk
- Compassion-driven classroom strategies
- Conversation tools to involve families
The Screen Guardians Podcast
More than instruction—it’s restoration.
Our digital health & safety professional development sessions help school staff and educators understand how screen use affects students’ brains, behaviors, and well-being—while offering tools that are practical, sensitive, and grounded in the latest research.
- Brain science behind screen use
- Recognizing signs of digital stress & risk
- Compassion-driven classroom strategies
- Conversation tools to involve families
Meet The Founder and Creators:
Katie Longhauser, RN, BSN
Digital wellness advocate | Founder, The Screen Guardians
Former nurse, now mom of three and digital agency owner, Katie brings together her background in child development, brain health, and parenting to help communities move from fear to wisdom in conversations about screen use. She speaks as both a health expert and a mother who’s lived it.
Detective Kevin Cronister
ICAC investigator | COO, Guardian Training Solutions
A father of five and a 15-year law enforcement veteran, Kevin serves as a lead detective in internet crimes against children (ICAC). He brings critical insight into real-world online threats—and a deep commitment to keeping kids safe without creating shame or fear.
Susan Dunaway, LCPC
Licensed counselor & neurotherapist
With decades of experience in brain health and trauma recovery, Susan helps families understand how digital life affects emotional development and mental well-being. Grounded in empathy and science, her work helps kids build regulation, connection, and resilience.
Our approach
We are not anti-technology.
We’re tech conscious.
Rather than pulling the plug, we teach students how to build balance, awareness, and self-trust. Our programs include:
- Brain-based digital wellness: how screens impact regulation and attention
- Emotional awareness & social connection: helping kids name, feel, and respond
- Cyber safety & risk: grounded, age-appropriate tools for real-world threats
- Critical thinking online: understanding the role of persuasive tech & media
Because kids don’t just need rules.
They need understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does Screen Guardians Connect to the Kids Digital Health Hub?
Kids Digital Health Hub is your go-to library of evidence-based resources on managing screen time, device use, online behaviors, and digital safety in children.
➡️ Screen Guardians brings those lessons to life—
- Through school visits and programs
- Podcast episodes
- Community talks
- Real conversations that lead to real change
Together, we’re creating a safer, smarter, and more mindful digital future.
Who Is Screen Guardians For?
- 🧑🏫 Educators & Schools who want real solutions for online bullying, screen addiction, and digital peer pressure
- 👪 Parents & Caregivers looking for guidance in managing devices at home
- 👧 Students who deserve digital environments that support—not harm—their mental health
How Can I Tune Into The Screen Guardians Podcast?
Inspiring and informative, the Screen Guardians podcast brings expert advice, heartwarming family stories, and important digital safety topics right to your ears.
You can find Screen Guardians Podcast o Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!
Do You Offer Any Free Learning For Parents?
Yes! We have a free starter course for parents of kids aged 4-14, educators, caregivers, or anyone concerned about the effects of screens and digital media on child development.
How Can I Book a School Program?
Want a live presentation at your school or want to bring Screen Guardians to your parent-teacher night?
Where is Screen Guardians Based Out Of?
We are currently serving the Greater Kansas City Area and will soon be expanding into the Midwest.
