Learn
the 4 Rs RECOGNIZE techniques used by online predators to deceive. REFUSE requests for personal information. RESPOND assertively if you are ever in an uncomfortable
situation online. Exit the program, log off or turn off the computer, tell a
trusted adult, or call the police. REPORT to a trusted adult any suspicious or dangerous
contact that makes you feel uncomfortable.
for Students
Most studies agree there are 77 million of you on the Internet! Almost as many
students as there are things to do online. The Internet has infinite
possibilities, and it is easy to get lost. Sometimes when you are lost you
discover wonderful new places, but just as easily you can find yourself in a
dangerous situation. You must protect yourself from the pitfalls lurking
online. To help you, i-SAFE America has come up with these tips.
Guard your identifying
information (name, sex, age, address, school, teams). It
only takes a little information for a predator to identify you.
Always remember, responsible
adults do not pursue relationships with kids and teens.
Make your username generic and
anonymous.
Make your online profile
generic and anonymous.
Know how to exit an
inappropriate website.
Attachments in e-mails from
strangers can contain Viruses and Worms.
Pictures are great to hand to a
friend, but it’s not cool to send them to an Internet “friend.”
Posting your picture on the
Internet gives hackers the chance to doctor your picture and make fun of
you to everyone on the World Wide Web.
Chat room “friends” are not
always who they say they are.
Know the rules about
Intellectual Property. Do not illegally download music and movies.
Students and Meeting Online "Friends"
*Taken from an i-SAFE America survey of students nationwide.
for Parents
Our children are the first generation to grow up with the Internet. Technology
only changes the advantages kids and teens have. It does not change the way you
parent. The rules may have changed with the Internet, but you are still the one
making them. In an effort to help parents, i-SAFE America has come up with a
list of tips to protect your children. Whether you are computer savvy or
Internet illiterate these tips are easy to understand, follow, and implement.
Always keep your child’s
computer in an open area. Never allow a computer with Internet access in
your child’s bedroom.
Communicate. There is no better
tool to bridge the Digital Divide.
Become a part of your child’s
online experience.
Respect your child’s privacy.
Regularly review your computer
files.
Teach your child the
responsible use of online resources.
Talk to your child about online
dangers. Let them know you are there to help them get out of a bad
situation.
Educate yourself on the ins and
outs of the Internet.
Talk to other parents about
your experiences. It will help everyone.
Let your child know responsible
adults do not purse relationships with minors
Students and What Their Parents Know
*Taken from an i-SAFE America survey of students nationwide.
"It Takes the Whole Community to Educate a Child"
Community Consolidated Schools District 168
Dr. Rudolph Williams, Superintendent
The Mission of Community Consolidated Schools District 168 is to provide the educational foundation that will enhance our children's future academic success in the 21st century and encourage productive citizenship through the cooperative efforts of our community, families, and staff.
