by webmaster | Nov 3, 2022 | Parental Controls, Social Media
As parents and educators, it can be difficult to stay informed about all of the social media apps that are being used by our children and students. In this blog series we are calling “Social Media 101 – What’s Out There?” we will provide you with an overview of some...
by webmaster | Mar 22, 2022 | Parent Outreach, Parental Controls, Social Media
The internet, social media and multiplayer gaming have expanded the way that students communicate and interact with their peers. Social media and online gaming allow kids the chance to connect with their IRL friends and to cast a wider net to meet new “friends”. Many...
by webmaster | Feb 18, 2022 | Parental Controls, Social Media, Social Media Challenges, TikTok
UPDATE: February 18, 2022 As the trend of TikTok challenges continues, there are two challenges parents should have on their radar. TikTok Benadryl Challenge The Benadryl Challenge encourages children to take excessive amounts of Benadryl in an attempt to get high or...
by webmaster | Dec 1, 2021 | Common Sense Media, Cyberbullying, Digital Footprint, Intellectual Property, Media Literacy, Online Gaming, Parental Controls, Protecting Online Privacy, Screen Time, Social Media
As we kick off the month of December, many children hope that digital devices will be part of their holiday experience. From gift requests for new devices/games to school breaks that allow for extended game play and social media use, families often find themselves...
by webmaster | Oct 19, 2021 | Common Sense Media, Netflix, Parental Controls
Binge watching TV series has become the norm since Internet TV/streaming services arrived on the scene. As soon as new shows pop up, it’s hard to not immediately add them to your library/queue while planning a day to watch an entire series. Squid Game, released by...
by webmaster | Aug 13, 2021 | Common Sense Media, Cyberbullying, Parental Controls, Protecting Online Privacy, Screen Time, Social Emotional Learning
Now that our students have transitioned back to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school year, safety is first and foremost on the minds of parents/families, teachers, and administrators. The desire to ensure student safety extends beyond the mask wearing and hand...