Information for Students and Families Cyber Safety Information for Students and Families

What is Cyber Safety? It’s about keeping information safe and secure It’s about being responsible and respectful online It includes using good ‘netiquette’ (online etiquette)

Netiquette (Online Etiquette) When you write online, it’s sometimes easy to forget that there’s a real person on the other end of your message. It’s also easier to say and do things you might not say or do in person. Keep this in mind and treat others respectfully. PS – UPPER CASE LETTERS MAY MAKE SOMEONE THINK YOU ARE SHOUTING!!!

THINK! Before you post anything online…Think! T – Is it True? H – Is it Helpful? I – Is it Inspiring? N – Is it Necessary? K – Is it Kind?

Keeping Personal Information Safe Personal Information should not be shared online. Personal Information Includes: Full Name Address Birthday Phone Number School Photos Hector's World Personal Information Video

Passwords Choose strong passwords using letters and numbers Don’t write passwords down Never share passwords with anyone (except your parents or a trusted adult) The Password Rap

Cyberbullying People can be mean online, just like in real life. However, being behind a computer screen often makes it easier to say or do mean things that you wouldn’t do in person.

If Cyberbullying happens to you… Tell a parent or teacher Don’t answer mean comments. Save them and show a parent or teacher. Block to cyber bully so that they can’t contact you Report them to the game or social forum Cyberbullying Video

Offensive Content Some websites are not meant for kids. To avoid seeing something inappropriate: Set the search engine to block mature content Install internet filter software Book mark safe and fun websites Filtering and Monitoring Software Parental Control Websites

Offensive Content If you come across material that makes you feel uncomfortable or upset: Tell your parent or teacher Know how to escape (Ctrl/Alt/Delete) Know The Rules Rap

Social Networking Set your profile to private Keep personal details private Only accept requests from people you know and like Be careful who you trust Ask friends to ask for your permissions before tagging you

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