Helpful Hints for Students, Parents and Families By: Candice B. Jones or Mrs. Jones

S.M.A.R.T. Chatting or Messaging S – Be Safe M – Do NOT ever MEET anyone A – Do not accept messages from strangers R – Reliable – People are not always who they say they are. T – Tell your parents, teacher or responsible adult if you are uncomfortable.

Why do we want to teach and apply Internet safety? Yes No Promote Learning Fun and Interactive Research and Informational Protection Privacy Meeting with someone from Online Chat rooms unless it is kid/School appropriate for learning. Bad language or photos Sharing Private information Bullying or hurting others

Social Media Social Media can be a wonderful place to connect with friends, family, and businesses. Nothing you Post on Social Media is Private. Be careful, even Parents & Teachers with what you post, write, or share. Remember not everyone is whom they say they are on Social Media. ONLY add friends whom you know.

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