Social Networking

NetSmartz – Teaching materials to empower students to be safer online. “Social Media Safety for Teens” – English or Español and “Tips for Tweens” – English or Español

Common Sense Media – Use our social media guide for parents: tips, advice, and the latest research to … the social media landscape and help keep your kids’ online interactions safe.

NetSmartz – Learn which social media sites and apps children are using and how you can protect them.

Sending sexually explicit messages, photos, or videos via cell phone, computer, or any digital device. Sexting may include photos and videos containing nudity or showing simulated or real sex acts. It also includes text messages that discuss or propose sex acts or other sexually explicit exchanges. (KCSS Handout)

Reporting is easy! If you come across something upsetting, or if anyone asks you to do something inappropriate or that makes you uncomfortable, please report the Snap. (KCSS Handout)

Scope & Sequence – Navigating cyberbullying, privacy, safety, and other digital dilemmas are a real challenge for schools. This curriculum is designed to help students to think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly in our digital world. It includes comprehensive resources for students, like lesson plans, student digital interactives, and assessments, as well as professional development for teachers and materials for family education.

National Center for School Safety – As more schools become involved in social media monitoring and response, a variety of logistical, technological, and ethical challenges appear. This document highlights example practices, concerns, and methods for social media monitoring in a school setting. Also included is a real-world example of logistical considerations one school district dealt with as they implemented a social media monitoring system.

Law Enforcement Can Subpoena “IP Addresses”. On Social Media Apps, when users agree to the terms of service an account is formed and information is logged. One piece of this information is a user’s IP address. (KCSS Handout)

Common Sense Media – Common Sense Media editors help you choose social networking for kids. See what’s out there … Safe social networking for kids under 13.

Cyberbullying Research Center – Fifteen Tips for Teens – Don’t let your social media use negatively effect your life, now or in the future. Use these 15 simple steps to safeguard your on line reputation.

Common Sense Media – Social media is a way of life for many teens and even some tweens. Here are five rules to share with kids before they start posting, uploading, or sharing online.