Koraes School Internet Safety Information for Parents!

Today's students have access to a variety of technology devices and the internet, often both at home and at school.  School use is supervised and many sites are blocked.   While parents are aware that technology is used on a daily basis, the misuse of technology has caught many adults off guard.  Teachers and parents need to educate themselves about ways that students are using social websites, online communities, as well as file downloads and online gaming.  Many parents have no problem setting rules to keep their child safe when using a new toy, piece of equipment, or driving a car.   However, many do not establish rules for the use of the internet, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices.  There are three basic ways of keeping kids safe while using technology: educate your child and yourself, supervise your child's use of the internet and electronic devices, and use software to track online activity and/or filter websites. 

·         Here are some RECOMMENDATIONS for family internet use

·         Here are some RESOURCES to help educators, parents, and students extend their knowledge of online safety, security, privacy, and citizenship.