PARENTS
Kids of all ages are swiping and scrolling, totally transfixed by screens of all sizes. Welcome to the new frontier of parenting. If you have questions on how to keep your kids safe while they are online, you came to the right place.
Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets.
Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content.
Cyberbullying includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, private & personal harmful, embarrassing, humiliating, false, or mean content about someone else. Some Cyberbullying may be unlawful or criminal behavior.
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Digital Citizenship
Digital citizenship refers to the responsible use of technology by anyone who uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level.
Good digital citizenship engages and connects one another, empathizes with each other, and creates lasting relationships through digital tools.
Bad digital citizenship entails cyberbullying, irresponsible social media usage, and a general lack of knowledge about how to safely use the Internet.
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Parental Control
Parental controls are features which may be included in digital television services, computer and video games, mobile devices and software that allow parents to restrict the access of content to their children.
Having parental controls software installed on all your internet-connected devices is a great way to help regulate your children’s online habits.
Most Parental Controls provide a range of features that make it easier for busy parents to help their kids explore, learn, and enjoy their connected world safely.
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Additional Resources
- Child Exploitation and Obsenity Section - US Justice Department
- Child Identity Theft - FTC
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- Keeping Children Safe Online (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)
