TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES FOR PARENTS

Online Safety

Do you know what your child is doing online?

As a parent, you want to make sure that your child uses the Internet safely. Most parents know that the Internet can be a dangerous place, but they are not sure how to protect their child. Communicating with your child is essential. Ask your child what they do when they are online or using their devices. Especially with young children, it is important to monitor Internet activity, texts and use of social media apps. As a parent, it is your responsibility to establish guidelines, boundaries and consequences.

Here are some resources to assist you:

Heads Up: Stop Think Connect

This is a resource publication that you can review with your child. It covers wifi, passwords, security, etc.

https://www.bulkorder.ftc.gov/system/files/publications/792a_heads_up_stop_think_connect.pdf

PRIVACY AND INTERNET SAFETY

This is a comprehensive guide from Common Sense Media.

http://www.commonsensemedia.org/privacy-and-internet-safety

PARENTAL RESOURCES FROM THE FBI

Many resources from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

https://www.fbi.gov/resources/parents/resources-for-parents

PBS PARENTS: ONLINE SAFETY TIPS FOR PARENTS

https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/online-safety-tips-for-parents