Internet Safety

The Internet Safety program is presented by Alecia Caudill in area schools to teach teens about how to be safe online.  Some of the topics that are covered include:

• Risky Behaviors
• Inappropriate Content
• Digital Reputation
• Online Privacy
• Personal Information
• Cyber Bulling
• Creating a Positive Online Environment
  

internet safety resource list

iSafety Resource List
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Cyber stress / social drama

Crisis Text Lines:

• Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime, about any type of crisis.  A trained counselor will text you back.

Revenge Porn Crisis Line:

• If you are a victim of non-consensual pornography and reside in the US, call 844-878-2274 toll-free anytime for support and advice.

apps to download

• STOPIt - allows students to securely and anonymously report cyberbullying, harassment and other types of harmful behavior.
• Cyberbullying Hotline - A bully reporting and school tip line and app to allow students and counselors to be notified regarding bullying and other harmful situations.
• Sit With Us - Kids can use the app’s features to coordinate lunches with friends or post open lunch events on campus where everyone will be included.
  

free internet SAFETY course

www.internetsociety.org/take-action/take-online-course/

RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS

• edWeb.net - a free professional learning network that hosts online communities and engaging edWebinars for educators – anytime, anywhere
• NetSmartz.org - an interactive, educational program of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) that provides age-appropriate resources to help teach children how to be safer on- and offline. ​
• StaySafeOnline - The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) builds strong public/private partnerships to create and implement broad-reaching education and awareness efforts to empower users at home, work and school.
• Safe Supportive Learning - The National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments offers information and technical assistance to States, districts, schools, institutions of higher learning, and communities focused on improving student supports and academic enrichment.
• Bullying Prevention Course -  a free, self-instructed, web-based training that provides you with the tools necessary to promote bullying prevention research and best practices in communities across the United States and internationally.
• Cyberbullying Stories - resources available to anyone no matter their on how to deal with cyberbullying.
• Teaching Kids About Internet Safety - a tutorial designed for any parent or guardian who wants to learn how to keep their kids safe online.
• Commonsense Media - the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. They empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives.

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

• Beyond Differences - inspires students at all middle schools nationwide to end social isolation and create a culture of belonging for everyone.
• Internet Safety Tips - the GCFLearnFree.org program has helped millions around the world learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons, 800+ videos, and 55+ interactives and games, completely free. 
• ​Digital You from AT&T - AT&T wants to help people of all ages take advantage of the benefits of being online and to do so safely. Whether you are just learning about how you can use the internet, or if you are helping a young person navigate social media, Digital You® has the resources you need be successful.
• Without My Consent - tools to fight online harassment
• Commonsense Media - the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. They empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives.
• Guide to Media Literacy and Fake News (PDF)
• What Is Cyberbullying? An Overview for Students, Parents, and Teachers

resources for parents

• ​Digital You from AT&T - AT&T wants to help people of all ages take advantage of the benefits of being online and to do so safely. Whether you are just learning about how you can use the internet, or if you are helping a young person navigate social media, Digital You® has the resources you need be successful.
• Without My Consent - tools to fight online harassment
• Commonsense Media - the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. They empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives.
• Teaching Kids About Internet Safety - tutorial designed for any parent or guardian who wants to learn how to keep their kids safe online.
  
• Parenting, Media, and Everything in Between - information about some of the most popular types of apps and websites for teens: texting, microblogging, live-streaming, self-destructing/secret, and chatting/meeting/dating. The more you know about each, the better you'll be able to communicate with your teen about safe choices.
• ​iParent - learn about the digital environment and how to help your child have safe and enjoyable online experiences.
  
• Dating in the Digital Age - research from the Pew Group where over 100 teens shared their personal experiences with social media and romantic relationships.