Resources for Students & Families

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stopbullying.gov - What is Cyberbullying Links to an external site.

In this article read more about the following: Cyberbullying Tactics, Links to an external site. Prevent Cyberbullying, Links to an external site. Social Media and Apps, Links to an external site. Cyberbullying and Gaming, Links to an external site. Establishing Rules, Links to an external site. Report Cyberbullying Links to an external site. and How to Deal with "Haters" Links to an external site..

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stopbullying.gov - Digital Awareness for Parents Links to an external site.

In this article, find out more about how the digital world is constantly evolving with new social media platforms, apps, and devices. Learn how to monitor your child's activities and help protect your child from harmful digital behavior. 

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Google Support - SafeSearch Links to an external site.

SafeSearch can help you filter explicit content from your Google search results. Learn what to do if your child experiences Inappropriate Results Links to an external site. in Google searches. 

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ABCya - Internet Safety Tips for Students Links to an external site.

Children are able to access more information today than any previous generation. You and your child can follow a few simple security measures to stay protected. Read this brief article about keeping your child safe online. 

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Google: Be Internet Awesome - Digital Safety Resources (Tools for the Home) Links to an external site.

The Be Internet Awesome Family Guide (English) Download Be Internet Awesome Family Guide (English)/Be Internet Awesome Family Guide (Spanish) Download Be Internet Awesome Family Guide (Spanish) gives families the tools and resources to learn about online safety and citizenship at home. This guide for families will help make it easier to incorporate and practice good digital habits in your everyday lives and help discuss, learn, and think about online safety together.

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GCFGlobal - Internet Safety for Kids (Five Free Ways to Keep You Kids Safe Online) Links to an external site.

If your child is spending time online, you may be looking for a way to control what they can access. Even is your child is a computer-savvy teen, you can do some basic things to your router and computer to control their online activities at home. 

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GCFGlobal - Managing User Accounts and Parental Controls Links to an external site.

If you have Windows, learn more how you can set up parental controls. These settings will let you monitor your child's activity and protect them from inappropriate content. You can even learn how to restrict certain apps and websites or limit the amount of time your child can spend on their device.

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Google: Be Internet Awesome - Digital Safety Resources (Exploring YouTube Confidently) Links to an external site.

Before you decide if your child is ready to explore the vast universe of content on YouTube, read this guide Download read this guide with tools, tips, and conversation starters for families and watch this playlist Links to an external site. with YouTube Creators.

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Common Sense Media - How Much Screen Time is Ok for my Kids? Links to an external site.

Find out how groups such as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have released numerical screen limit guidelines. 

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Google: Be Internet Awesome - Coloring Book Download Google: Be Internet Awesome - Coloring Book

Color your way to Be Internet Awesome with this fun offline coloring book. You will need to click on the link above to download.

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Headspace - Balancing Screen Time for Kids Links to an external site.

In this video, learn some tips for setting healthy boundaries with screen time — so you can feel comfortable taking much-needed breaks while also knowing that your child is balancing their time with and away from tech.

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Common Sense Media - Best Apps for Kids Links to an external site.

Get age-appropriate app ideas that have been combed through to be the best for your child. 

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Common Sense Media - Online Camps for a Summer of Learning Adventures Links to an external site.

Check out how these virtual camps and classes offer a wide variety of enrichment to keep kids busy, learning, and having fun over the summer.

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StaySafe.org - Online Teen Safety Guide Links to an external site.

The following guide provides the resources necessary for both parents and their teens to safely utilize the Internet.

 

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