Internet Safety
Learn the 4 Rs
RECOGNIZE techniques used by online predators to deceive. REFUSE requests for personal information. RESPOND assertively if you are ever in an uncomfortable situation online. Exit the program, log off or turn off the computer, tell a trusted adult, or call the police. REPORT to a trusted adult any suspicious or dangerous contact that makes you feel uncomfortable. http://www.isafe.org/outreach/media/media_tips |
Internet Pledge
1. I WILL THINK BEFORE I POST. I agree not to post information and images that could put me at risk, embarrass me, or damage my future, such as
2. I WILL RESPECT OTHER PEOPLE ONLINE. I will not o post anything rude, offensive, or threatening o send or forward images and information that might embarrass, hurt, or harass someone o take anyone’s personal information and use it to damage his or her reputation 3. I WILL BE CAREFUL WHEN MEETING ONLINE FRIENDS IN PERSON. I agree to o ask my parent or guardian’s permission before going o have a parent or guardian accompany me o meet in a public place 4. I WILL PROTECT MYSELF ONLINE. If someone makes me feel uncomfortable or if someone is rude or offensive, I will o not respond o save the evidence o tell my parent, guardian, or another trusted adult o report to the website, cell phone company, CyberTipline.com, or the police |
For Students
Most studies agree there are 77 million of you on the Internet! Almost as many students as there are things to do online. The Internet has infinite possibilities, and it is easy to get lost. Sometimes when you are lost you discover wonderful new places, but just as easily you can find yourself in a dangerous situation. You must protect yourself from the pitfalls lurking online. To help you, i-SAFE America has come up with these tips.
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