Tech Tips for Parents
Spring 2016
Did you know?
Technology is great and powerful tool. But, as we all know, some tools are dangerous. This page serves to provide parents with information about what is out there that could be dangerous to our children.
Apps and websites are constantly changing so check this page out often to see updated information. If you have information to share please contact our Technology Coordinator's office at 419-468-3134 ext. 11012.
Are Your Kids Hiding Their Apps?
How to find Hidden Apps and Social Media
Acronyms Every Parent Should Know
Online Kid Cop
Founder Paul Siverman's website provides information to educate parents about necessary steps to keep children safe. His features several articles including Deleting Ghost Apps on iPhones, as well as several videos that focus on safety, privacy settings, and other user controls. http://onlinekidcop.com/
Kik Messenger
Designed for teens 17+
- Social media and instant messenger
- Be aware of online safety and privacy settings
- Free but will charge for premium features
Omegle
Use with caution!
- Randomly chat with strangers anywhere in the world
- Strangers are matched based on interest tags
- Video chat mode
- Dorm chat requires user to provide an .edu email address
Snapchat
Think that pic is gone in 10 seconds? Think again!
- Recipient can screen shot any snap they receive
- Now that pic is out of the sender's control
Kyms Free
- Geared for age 17+
- Looks like a calculator
- Created to encrypt files & passwords
- Used hide photos & video
Whisper
- Geared for age 17+
- Social Media
- Encourages posting of pictures
- Tag line is "Express Yourself -Share Secrets"
- Frequent/intense Mature/Suggestive Themes
Vaulty
- For Android and PC
- Hides Pictures & Video
- Mugshots - taken of anyone trying to access your gallery - Photo will be stored in your vault for you the next time you log in
Veronica Rinehart
Director of Technology
Galion City Schools
Email: rinehart.veronica@galionschools.org
Website: www.galionschools.org
Location: Galion, OH, United States
Phone: 419-468-3134
Twitter: @Galion_schools