by Amy FAV | Oct 11, 2018 | Apps, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Digital Safety, Online Dangers, Online etiquette, Parenting, Parents, Social Media, Teaching Topics, The Digital Divide
The purpose of Google’s Be Internet Awesome campaign is to create a safer and more educated online environment. Programs like Interland help close the educational gap that surrounds internet awareness for students of this technologically dependent age. Together,...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Oct 4, 2018 | Cyberbullying, Mental Health, Parenting, Parents, School Counselors, School Safety, Teachers
The effects of bullying can be long-lasting and detrimental to a student’s physical and mental health. Sometimes, bullying can even be fatal. In extreme cases, bullying has driven students to commit suicide in a tragic phenomenon known as “bullycide.” Here’s...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Sep 13, 2018 | Cyberbullying, Mental Health, Parenting, Parents, School Counselors, Teachers
Bullying: a topic that is in no way new but still causes major issues in our schools. The effects of bullying can be long-lasting and sometimes fatal. Knowing the signs of bullying as well as how to step in will help create a solution to this problem. What Is...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Aug 7, 2018 | Parenting, Parents, Teachers
As the school year begins, a teacher’s main focus is maintaining a positive and healthy relationship with their students. While this is vital, it’s also important to establish and maintain the same kind of relationship with parents. Be Open to Feedback Start the...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Jul 18, 2018 | Digital Safety, Online Dangers, Parenting, Parents, Social Media
Internet challenges are a common trend for teens searching to gain internet fame. From eating detergent pods to snorting cinnamon, there’s always something new. Among these challenges is the “condom-snorting challenge.” Here’s what you should know about the snorting...
by Kendal Harris | Jul 12, 2018 | Digital Safety, Online Dangers, Parenting, Parents, Smartphones
We live in a technology-driven age. Your children are surrounded by smart phones, computers, and social media in their schools and at home. It can be daunting for parents to protect their children from the dangers of technology. There’s no need to fear, though. Here’s...
