Online Safety

Online safety is of critical importance for our students. Ensuring the safety of our students in the online environment is a shared responsibility between schools, parents/guardians, and the community. In today's digital age, students spend a significant amount of time online, whether for educational purposes, entertainment, or social interaction. However, the Internet also presents potential risks and challenges that can impact their well-being and development. By working together, we can create a safer and more positive online experience for our students.

Parent Tips for Online Safety

• Use Strong Passwords: Aim for at least 12 characters combining letters, numbers, and symbols, and remind children never to share logins.
• Enable Multi-factor Authentication (MFA): Add an extra layer of protection to important accounts by setting up MFA requiring a code or email to verify identity.
• Check Privacy Settings: Make sure social media and other accounts are set to private. Be mindful of what you post or share.
• Think Before Clicking: Double-check unverified links. Malicious links may be used to gather data or hack accounts. 
• Protect Personal Information: With AI tools and phishing tactics on the rise, remind children never to share sensitive details, locations, or Personally Identifying Information (PII) with AI chatbots or unverified contacts. 
• Question What You See: Talk about verifying AI-generated images, videos, and content, including deepfakes.  Check out the family resources section below for conversation starters and fun games to learn about internet safety.

Family Resources

• Be Internet Awesome
• NetSmartz Certified
• Common Sense Family Toolkit
• Know2Protect
• CISA: Cybersecurity Education Resources for Grades K-5
• Childnet.com

Teach Students to Recognize Phishing and Scams