The EGUSD Digital Citizenship team has been writing blog posts and curating information and resources links for our families, staff and community for the past 8 years. Realizing that the digital world can be overwhelming for some, we hope to make tough topics easier to navigate and help people understand the importance of what it means to be active and contributing digital citizens. We warmly invite you to subscribe to, comment on and share resources you find on our website.
Connected Families: Building Trust in a Digital World
In today's digital world, building online trust between parents and children is a critical aspect of parenting. Trust is formed through open communication about activities on the internet, fostering an environment in which children feel comfortable confiding in their...
Talk to Me! The Pros and Cons of Chatbots for Today’s Teens
As chatbots become more integrated into our digital world, their usage among teens is on the rise. From answering homework questions to providing emotional support, chatbots can offer immediate assistance across many areas. However, as with any new technology,...
From AI to Online Trust: Student Voices Lead the Way in Digital Citizenship
As we approach Digital Citizenship Week (October 14-18), EGUSD joins Common Sense Media and thousands of educators in promoting a healthy, balanced, and positive approach to media and tech use among students. This time is also a great opportunity to remind parents and...
Helping Parents Juggle the Ins and Outs of Popular Apps
Does the statement "I have no idea what my kid does online" frighten you, or can you relate? Let’s face it, kids growing up in today’s digital age, combined with the speed at which new apps or existing apps with new features are popping up, makes it difficult for...
Quishing? Be Aware the Next Time you Scan a Random QR Code
What do you get when you combine QR codes and phishing? You get Quishing (also known as Qishing) - a new way for bad actors to steal your information. QR codes are not new on the scene - they were invented in 1994 by Japanese company Denso Wave for labeling automobile...
Consulting the Pros: Insights from our Elementary Students on Enjoying Online and Offline Activities
During Digital Citizenship Week (October 16-20) we shared an opportunity with students to become featured guest bloggers, and we had some 5th graders from Arthur C. Butler Elementary School and some 3rd graders from Robert J. McGarvey Elementary School join in the...
Making the Most out of Digital Citizenship Week (October 16-20)
In today's increasingly digital world, instilling good digital citizenship habits in our students is critical. Just as we teach our children how to be responsible at school and home, we must also educate them about responsible behavior in their online communities. ...
Strength in Awareness: Suicide Prevention Resources for Families
Teen suicide is a pressing issue that affects families, communities, and schools across the globe. Addressing this problem requires a collaborative effort involving peers, parents, educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers. September is Suicide...
Saturn App Resurgence: Navigating Student Privacy Concerns and Parental Worry
When fellow educators came to us at the beginning of the new school year with concerns over the Saturn App - an app that has been around since 2018 - we realized the need to do some digging. It appears that there has been a resurgence in its popularity with students....
AI-ducation Adventure: Navigating the Future Classroom with Smart Students and Tech-Savvy Teachers!
As students, families, and educators start the new school year, there are always new technologies to navigate. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic in education and leading to conversations, in the classroom and at home, surrounding the popular software called...
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