In today’s atmosphere, political tensions are particularly high with the passing of new legislation, removal of old legislation and more specifically, a new president. As social media apps like Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok continue to grow, students find themselves increasingly interested in the political content that appears through their formulated algorithms. Some of this content consists of various debates by key figures like right extremists Charlie Kirk and Andrew Tate, and progressive Dean Withers. Influencers like these can spread certain political rhetoric that inspires new political views in high school students, who are preparing to vote themselves. This video explores how Redwood students’ views have been altered and how they view certain trends on social media.
Scrolling Into Belief — How Social Media Influences Student Minds
May 8, 2025
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Mo Colaco, Senior Staff
Imogen (Mo) Colaco is a senior in her third year of writing for The Redwood Bark. Informing her peers on exciting recent events and creating podcasts is Mo’s favorite activity in the Bark as it allows her to explore relatable topics and use media skills. Besides being apart of senior staff, Mo enjoys spending time with her horse in Sonoma and working out.
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Estelle (Ellie) Smith is a senior and is in her third year writing for The Redwood Bark. Her favorite part of the program is telling peoples’ stories that would have otherwise gone unheard. Besides reporting, Estelle is on the Redwood varsity soccer team and often explores her favorite area of the county, West Marin, through hiking with her dog, surfing and watching the beautiful sunsets.