Digital Citizenship for Families
Staying Safe Online
Discuss the digital world with your child.
Technology is an increasingly important part of our lives, now more than ever! It can allow for positive and meaningful connections. Although it is a great tool for education and entertainment, there are also pitfalls. Safeguards must be in place to ensure safe use.
Have expectations for digital use.
Students are very adept with navigating technology, but need your help in making positive decisions. Make sure expectations are clear regarding online privacy. Talk to your child about cyberbullying and the implications involved with posting inappropriate or unkind content online.
Know your child's friends.
Just as you know how your child spends face-to-face time, it is equally as important to know your child's digital friends. Make sure your child's digital content is only available to friends and family. Take extra time to explore settings for sites and apps--some allow for geographic location to be shared, which can put students at risk. Discuss the dangers of connecting with someone who is a stranger.
Keep tabs on your child's digital activity.
Stay on the forefront of digital developments by visiting the resources below or by discussing technology with Iroquois Central staff. Insist on having the passwords for all of your child's digital content. Monitor your child's apps/social networking sites frequently. Have discussions if you find content that is inappropriate.
Visit these sites for more information:
Iroquois Middle School Library
Ms. Maria Muhlbauer, Iroquois Middle School Librarian
Email: mmuhlbauer@iroquoiscsd.org
Website: https://www.iroquoiscsd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=2337
Location: 2111 Girdle Road, Elma, NY, USA
Phone: (716) 652-3000