Welcome to ReThink Summit School Program

What do RSSP schools receive from the Program?

RSSP Schools will receive 1) curated, grade-specific ReThink curriculum, which helps facilitate educator-led discussion of cyberbullying within the classrooms/equips students to be responsible digital citizens, 2) detailed instructions on downloading the ReThink app onto school devices, 3) the resources for creation of a ReThink Chapter - an extracurricular group for youth from your school lead a local ReThink movement, 4) a merchandise package that includes ReThink t-shirts, wrist bands, and other cool swag, and 5) free entry tickets(only) to the one-day ReThink Summit, an empowering, inspirational celebration of your school's work to end online hate. Featuring world leaders, speakers and Founder Trisha Prabhu, it's a can't-miss event!

Tell me more about the ReThink Summit? What is it, and what should schools know about it?

The ReThink Summit brings together RSSP Schools that have successfully completed a year of the RSSP Program in an inspiring and celebratory event. Featuring celebrity speakers, Founder and CEO Trisha Prabhu, engaging workshops for students and faculty, activities, and the opportunity for students/faculty leading the RSSP Program at your school to be recognized, the ReThink Summit will serve as a culmination of a school’s participation in the RSSP Program.

Schools that are selected for the RSSP Program are expected to attend, and will receive free entry tickets/meals at the conference, as well as recognition for their serious. commitment to countering online hate and cyberbullying in their academic communities. Unfortunately, ReThink cannot cover transportation costs - if this seriously deters your ability to apply/attend, please contact us at contact@rethinkwords.com. We have very limited funds to sponsor attendance at the Summit.

Schools may pick up to 10 students/faculty members to attend. We recommend sending faculty members/students that have been actively involved in the RSSP Program year-round, such as faculty members overseeing the program and students leading your school’s ReThink Chapter. For more information on the components of the program, such as ReThink Chapters, please see our FAQ/website

If you have any other questions, please reach out at: contact@rethinkwords.com

What is the ReThink technology, and how will schools be supported technically via this program?

ReThink is a movement to eliminate online hate, one message at a time. ReThink is also a patented technology that works across platforms, from Twitter to Insta, to detect offensive messages and give users a second chance to reconsider them. With its head-on approach, ReThink taps into the power of brain science to proactively hold cyberbullies accountable - and it works! Our research determines that over 93% of the time, teenagers decide not to post offensive content on social media after “ReThinking.” To learn more about ReThink and the ReThink technology, visit: http://www.rethinkwords.com/whatisrethink.

As an RSSP School, schools may send home the ReThink setup instructions for Students phone at their home. Students may setup the free ReThink app on their phones (Google or iOS). There is no other support services available.

What is the ReThink educational curriculum?

As a part of the ReThink Summit School Program, we provide unique, impactful educational curriculum to RSSP Schools. This educational curriculum is tailor-fitted to different age levels, and provides a platform for discussion of relevant digital topics within the classroom. Ultimately, the curriculum helps educate students about the power of digital citizenship and responsible behavior online.

The RSSP Program combines a number of unique, mission-driven, and impactful programs/resources (including the curriculum!).

Is there a cost associated with the RSSP Program?

Schools are expected to pay contracted fee for this program. We do not cover travel, boarding, lodging costs to the conference. RSSP Schools are offered a limited-time, low-cost merchandise package as part of this program, which includes t-shirts, wristbands, and other cool ReThink swag, but purchase of the package is not required.

Do schools have to meet any requirements to be accepted to the RSSP Program /maintain status in the RSSP Program?

There are no set requirements to be accepted to the RSSP Program. Each application will be considered holistically on an individual basis. If there’s any additional information you’d like to share with us regarding your application/school, please note that information in the application itself under the appropriate section.

Because of the competitive nature of the program, we expect that all schools accepted into the RSSP Program 1) engage actively with the provided materials and resources, both technical and otherwise (the ReThink technology, the ReThink educational materials, etc.) and 2) utilize all program-specific platforms to amplify anti-bullying awareness (this includes our ReThink Chapter), and 3) send 3-10 student leaders to represent your school at the Rethink School Summit in May.

How is the RSSP Program related to the WeThinkReThink Program and/or the ReThink Chapter Program?

The RSSP Program is designed for schools with a special commitment to addressing the issue of online hate, and accordingly, combines the WeThinkReThink Program and the ReThink Chapter Program, along with a number of other cool initiatives/opportunities/resources for schools.

To learn more about the WeThinkReThink program, visit: http://www.rethinkwords.com/schools
To learn more about the ReThink Chapter program, visit: http://www.rethinkwords.com/startachapter

How can I become an RSSP School?

Because of the overwhelming interest in the program, we will accept only a limited number of academic institutions. To be considered, you must apply here

Who is eligible to apply to be an RSSP School?

(Hint: You don’t actually have to be a school!) To be eligible to apply to be an RSSP School:

- You must be an academic community/institution serving at least 100 students. (This includes public and private schools. If you are not a school, but identify as an academic community/academic organization/other academic institution, you are still eligible to apply, but should clearly make this distinction in your application in the section that allows you to provide additional information. If you’re unsure if you qualify, reach out to us at contact@rethinkwords.com.)

- ReThink’s Definition of An Academic Community/Institution: A group or organization serving at least 100 individuals between the age of 5-18 in a learning or academic capacity.

- You must be serving K-12 students (colleges and technical schools are not eligible for this program).

- You must have several identified student leaders willing to spearhead a ReThink Chapter at your school. You must have also identified at least 1 administrator/teacher at your school who is willing to be a point of contact with ReThink.

Any additional questions regarding the program should also be directed to: contact@rethinkwords.com. To learn more about ReThink, and the work we do, visit: www.rethinkwords.com. To learn more about our Founder, Trisha Prabhu, visit www.trishaprabhu.com - To stay in the loop about new updates, follow us on Twitter: @rethinkwords.