Online Respect
It's okay to say something mean online because the other person can't see your face.
False - words still hurt, no matter how they're delivered
What is gossip?
Saying things about someone that could hurt their feelings or get them in trouble
You see a classmate using their device to play games during a lesson. What do you do?
Focus on your own work; optionally let a teacher know
What is a digital footprint?
The trail of information you leave behind when you use the internet or devices
What is an upstander?
Someone who speaks up or takes action when they see something wrong
Name one rule for being respectful when using a device at school.
Examples: use kind language, only use approved apps, keep volume low, stay on task
True or False: Sharing something online about a classmate without their permission is always okay if it's true.
False — even true information can be hurtful or embarrassing to share without consent
Someone in a group chat starts saying mean things about a classmate. What's your first step?
Don't respond with more negativity — exit the chat and tell a trusted adult
True or False: Deleting a message means it's gone forever.
False — messages can be screenshotted, saved, or stored on servers
What is the difference between a bystander and an upstander?
A bystander watches and does nothing; an upstander takes action to help
If you wouldn't say it out loud in class, should you type it in a message?
No — if it's not okay to say out loud, it's not okay to type either
What is the difference between tattling and telling a trusted adult?
Tattling is to get someone in trouble; telling is to get someone help
You accidentally send a message to the wrong person. What should you do?
Apologize immediately and let a trusted adult know if the message was hurtful
Name one way your digital footprint could affect you in the future.
Examples: college applications, job searches, friendships, reputation
Name one way to be an upstander in an online situation without putting yourself in danger.
Examples: report the message, tell a trusted adult, privately check in with the person being targeted
Why is it important to use kind words in a group chat, even if you think no one else will see it?
Anyone in the chat can show it to others — kind words keep everyone feeling safe
Someone sends you a rumor about a classmate. What should you do?
A classmate shows you a screenshot of a hurtful conversation about another student. What do you do?
Don't share it further — bring it to a teacher or counselor
Before you post or send something, what are two questions you should ask yourself?
"Would I say this in person?" and "Would I be okay if a teacher or parent saw this?"
True or False: Being an upstander means you have to publicly call out the person being mean.
False — you can act privately and still make a difference
If you type something mean and then delete it, could anyone still see it?
Yes — someone could have already taken a screenshot or saved it
How can spreading a rumor online hurt someone at school?
You're in a group chat and someone is being left out or made fun of. No adults are watching. What do you do?
Stand up for the person, leave the chat, and report it to a trusted adult
Why is it important to think before you type, even in a private message?
Private messages can become public — your words represent you and have real consequences
Why does it matter if one person stands up in a group chat when someone is being bullied?
It can change the tone of the conversation, make the target feel supported, and discourage others from joining in