• KEEPING STUDENTS SAFE IN A DIGITAL WORLD

    • We may think of our kids’ online, mobile, and technological activities as “digital life,” but to them, it’s just life. In their world, being able to connect and communicate 24/7 from just about any location is normal. Phones aren’t simply for phone calls anymore but for listening to music, sending texts, filming videos, snapping and sharing photos, and accessing the Internet. Our kids use computers and tablets to socialize, stream video, and create movies and songs. And they can connect and communicate 24/7 from just about any location.

      Why does cyber safety matter?

      At HISD, we want our students to make good decisions so they can take advantage of the powerful technology that fills their lives both at school and at home. But to make good choices, kids must know how the digital world works. The stakes are high because our kids’ technological abilities can be greater than their maturity and judgment. Having unrestricted access to information and people can result in gaining a wealth of information and experiences. But it can also mean accessing inappropriate content and exposure to risks such as:

       

      Tips parents can use at home:

      That’s why HISD has partnered with Common Sense Media and the Cyberbullying Research Center to provide resources, tips, videos, and other materials to help parents and HISD educators keep our students safe in the digital world. Please spend a few moments reviewing these resources and, most importantly, model positive digital behavior with your children or students as much as possible: set a good example. In addition, here are a few tips parents can use at home.

       

      Click here to learn more about cyber safety. 

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