After-school programs provide a unique environment for building that drive academic and emotional success. Get real! Teens want friendship-centered on-screen content

Trends in Youth Romantic Relationships Modern high schoolers are increasingly prioritizing and personal growth over traditional romance.

: Nearly 1 in 5 high schoolers have had or know someone who has had a romantic relationship with AI.

: By 2025, high schoolers reported a lower desire for marriage than in previous decades.

: 2025 research shows teens prefer on-screen stories centered on friendship rather than forced romantic subplots.