Safety
It is not smart to have the same _______ for multiple websites
Password
Everything you see online is true/real, even videos and pictures...
False, the internet is an amazing place, but it is also very easy to fake photos and videos and lie online
My parents left for the weekend and I am home alone. Should I post that fact on Instagram?
No! You never want to post any information that puts you at risk. What if someone wanted to rob your house and now knows your parents are gone?
Can you cyberbully someone in person?
No, cyber-bullying is defined as online harassment through social media, emails, texting, and online communication
Using your phone before bed can make it harder to sleep (True or False)
True! Using screens with blue light can trick your brain into thinking its daytime and can make it harder to sleep
If I delete something I post, that means it's gone forever (True or False)
False!
Social media and data collection companies save everything you post! Even if you delete it they can still bring it back. Be smart about what you write online!
It's okay to talk to people I know in chats and on DMs...
True, as long as you don't give out private information and you know who they are.
I took a picture of my friend and me. I look really good in it but my friend does not like it. Can I still post it?
No!
Your friend has the right to say he does not want a photo of himself posted, and you need people's permission to post a photo of them
Someone is messaging me mean things, I think they are cyberbullying me, what are some things I should do?
Tell your parents, Block them, Tell a teacher, Do not talk to them, Block them.
How long should you be on your phone for fun during the day?
Experts say a maximum of 2 hours on your phone for entertainment is the maximum
My friend just asked for my password to use my account because he forgot his. He is my classmate and I know him well. Should I give it to him?
No!
Passwords are there for our safety, when you log in with your password you are confirming this is YOU. The only people you should share passwords with are your parents.
It is likely for people to lose their job over mean or inappropriate social media posts...
True! many employers follow their employees on social media, and can fire you over some posts!
Congratulations! You've won a free Ipad! All you have to do is give a website your home address, cellphone number, and social security number!
Should you give this information to them?
No!
These "FREE STUFF" giveaways are usually scams! I you did not expect this email you should not give any of your information.
Someone is sending me very mean messages online, I think they are cyberbullying me. What should I NOT do?
Do not reply!!!Never engage with someone that is cyberbullying you. Your best action is to tell a trusted adult.
Using technology and screens can help us learn (True/False)
Yes! But we also need to be careful that the information we learn is true. There are a lot of websites that do not have real information.
It is okay to add someone I don't know on Instagram since they sent me a friend request?
No! You should not add anyone you do not know on any social media, especially ones like Instagram, Snapchat, or TikTok which have a lot of personal information on them
You can tell your friends anything on social media, because you know them in real life.
No! You should still be careful with your private information because people can screenshot, misinterpret and share what you send!
When I set my account to private, I can post anything I want without worrying (True or False)
False! Social media can change their settings at any time and they keep everything you post, so you still need to be smart about what you post
Cyberbullying has just as real consequences as normal bullying, including being kicked off sports teams and suspension. (True or False)
True; cyberbullying is treated just as severely as real bullying.
How we sit when we are on our phones is important. (True or False)
True! It is important to make sure you have good posture and do not stay still for too long. You can develop sore muscles and have long term back and neck problems if you aren't careful.
Why shouldn't you use the same password for every website you have an account on?
If someone finds out one of your passwords, they could log into all of your accounts!
50% of all emails sent online are spam
False! actually over 70% of the 204 million emails sent EVERY MINUTE are spam!
You and your friend come across an empty beer bottle. Your friend thinks it would be really funny to take a picture holding it, like you just drank it. Is this photo okay to post?
No! Even if you did not actually drink it, the photo makes it seem like you were underage drinking which can have serious consequences for your future
Spreading rumours, stalking, name calling, harassment, lying.
What are some things you can do instead of you fun that are still fun?
Play sports, read books, go shopping, visit your friends, make art, play music!