Understanding Social Media
Everyone who follows me on social media is my best friend! True or False?
False
I wanted my account to be seen only by who follows me, so I made it public. What is wrong with this?
If you want only those who follow you to see your content, then you need to make it private not public.
I got an email from 122345cheese@gmail.com about giving money to a charity in need. I am considering giving money, should I?
No. Given the faulty email address and the chance it could be spam, it is best to delete and report the email as spam; in addition, you can ask a parent or trusted guardian first if it is a scam!
What color represents an acquaintance on our relationship range stoplight?
Yellow, proceed with caution!
What skill did we review in fitness class last week?
Air squats!
You don't have to accept every friend request you get on social media, it's okay to say no!
If I get a spam email or text, what should I do?
You should block, delete, and let mom and dad know; whatever you do...don't click the link!!
My friend (under 18) showed me a picture that she was hoping to post on social media; in the picture she had a very revealing bathing suit on. What should I tell her? Should she post it on social media?
No, she should not post the picture. Posting pictures of yourself in a revealing bathing suit under the age of 18 can lead to legal action against you.
What color represents a close friend on our relationship range stoplight?
GREEN! Close friend, family, safe, someone you can trust.
What is the memory verse for this month?
Hebrews 10:23
List some of the benefits of social media...
Allows communication with others that you don't see on a regular basis, allows you to share information with friends and loved ones, allows you to receive new information or news, allows you to learn new educational information...
If I get a message from someone I don't know on social media I should...
Block, delete, and let mom and dad know!
I was so mad at my mom after she told me I couldn't go and hang out with my friends; I want to share about it on Facebook! Is that a good idea? Should we post negative things on social Media when we are upset?
No, don't post negative comments on social media, especially when you are upset or angry; you will regret it later.
What should I do if I am being bullied?
Tell them to stop, walk away, find your friends, tell a trusted adult!
Who was the 100th student at SAU?
Mary Mac!
List the risks of using social media...
others can take your information without you knowing and share it with other people, what you post can be difficult to remove, cyber bullying, you don't actually know who you are talking to on social media...
If I am being bullied on social media, I should just ignore it and not tell anyone about it. True or False?
FALSE! Let a trusted individual know, unfriend or block the person, de-activate your social media account, do not respond to that person, and you may need to call the police (but first check with your trusted adult).
I am feeling very angry that my best friend ditched me at lunch to go sit at another table; I'm tempted to make a post on social media about how mad I am! Should I?
No, don't post on social media when you are angry or upset; you want to post what is positive about yourself and others.
Small talk is a great walk to get to know someone really deeply/well. True or false?
False, small talk is surface level; if you really want to get to know someone, be intentional about meeting up with them and asking good questions.
Who was the first student at SAU?
Mackenzie Wilt
If I message someone on social media and they don't respond, I think I should keep messaging them until they do! True or False?
False! Stop messaging them, be respectful of their boundaries.
What color represents a predator on our relationship range stoplight?
RED, they are unsafe and can never be trusted!
Amanda from first period requested to be my friend on Facebook, that must mean we are best friends. When I see her at school tomorrow, I'll be sure to say hi and give her a hug! What is wrong with this scenario?
Just because someone requests to be your friend on social media does not mean they are looking to be best friends in real life. Some people enjoy having a lot of followers to make themselves feel important!
What should I do before I hug someone?
Ask first!
Name the three teachers that came and helped out at SAU this summer...
Mrs. Myers, Mrs. Loeffler, Ms. Finn