Symmes Elementary School
Symmesational News!
Monday, May 6, 2019
Technology Safety Talk - It's not too late to sign up!
Special Guest: Steve Smith’s Tech Talk
May 8th, 2019
7 P.M.
Symmes Elementary School, Multipurpose room
11820 Enyart Road
Loveland, OH 45140
Are you questioning whether your child should have a phone, ipod, ipad, chromebook or any other electronic device at home?
What apps are appropriate, what are the consequences of early online behavior, and how can we keep our children safe while using electronics?
Keeping our children safe in this digital age is a concern we all face as parents, but we have a special guest who can help you as you prepare for tough decisions!
R.S.V.P by May 6th (so we can accommodate everyone)
Signupgenius https://bit.ly/2XGO34H
Questions: contact Anna Hartz aphartz@gmail.com
Stephen J Smith, President, A Wired Family LLC, is a former high school coach and teacher who also has over 25 years of experience in the world of film, video, and interactive media development. For the past 17 years he has worked exclusively in the telecommunications industry. He will provide and overview for parents and others on the consequences of student sexting, cyberbullying and online privacy while examining the technologies that enable but can also reduce these practices.
This presentation will cover the basics concerning the evolution of the mobile and broadband world as it relates to student communication, including: inappropriate online behavior, bullying and its impact on mental health. He will cover the causes, the technology and how students can help control these trends.
Program sponsored by the Symmes Elementary School PTO