Cyber-Safety
Should you make your online accounts private or public?
Private
If someone bullies you online, what should you do?
1. Block the person from contacting you
2. Talk to an adult
3. Save the messages you receive
True or false: Being a bystander is okay
(A bystander is someone who is watching)
False! A bystander has just as much power as the bully.
What is a bully?
Someone who hurts or intimidates someone they see as vulnerable again and again
True or false: It's okay to share my passwords for my social media accounts.
False
How many youth have been bullied over their cell phones or online?
2/3 of all youth (around 66%)
True or false: Some people deserve to be bullied
False. No one deserves to be bullied. Being different is never a reason to be treated poorly.
Who is a good person to go to if you are bullied, or see someone being bullied?
Teacher, counsellor, friend, parent...
If someone you meet online asks you to meet in person, what should you do?
Tell a parent, teacher or trusted adult. Never meet anyone alone.
What % of bullied students miss school because of cyberbullying?
30%
True or false: I can make a difference if I see someone being bullied.
True!!
Why do we wear a pink shirt on February 24th?
Two guys in 2007 wore pink shirts to school after they saw someone being bullied for wearing a pink shirt.
If someone asks you to send a photo of yourself that makes you uncomfortable, and says they won't show anyone, is it safe?
No! It is never safe to send any photos online. Photos can be saved even from someone you trust.
What is the most common kind of bullying?
(options are: physical, online, verbal, social)
Verbal
True or false: The best way to deal with a bully is by fighting back and getting even
False! Fighting with a bully can create more problems. It is best to talk to an adult or a friend.
What is a bystander?
Someone who sees bullying but does nothing about it
If you see someone being bullied online, what should you do?
1. Write down or save what you see online
2. Call, text, or speak with the person and tell them they don't deserve to be bullied and that you are not okay with this
3. Don't encourage the bullying!!!
More than HALF of bullying situations stop when something happens. What is it?!
When a friend or other student speaks up for the person being bullied.
True or False: I'm not bullying if it's just a joke
False: even if you think it's funny, the other person might feel hurt by your comments or words.
What phone number can you call if you want to talk to someone about bullying?
Kid's Help Phone!!
How can bullying be stopped at school?
Students, Teachers, Supervisors can all stop it by stepping in and letting bullies know it is not okay!
If you see it: Stop, Don't Laugh, Get Help!