While popular TV shows depict widespread high school romance, these days, less than half of 12th graders go out on dates.

This is so sad to see. Less than half of 12th graders say they go on dates. It used to be nearly 90%!

As we’ve become more connected technologically, in many ways, we’ve become less genuinely connected with each other. Here’s yet another example. https://t.co/CtwdEI5mti

— Lisa Britton (@LisaBritton) June 27, 2026