Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Digital Citizenship Week

Digital Citizenship Week

October 15-19, 2018


"Digital citizens think critically about what they see online and learn to make their own smart choices online and in life. That means understanding the benefits and risks of sharing information, knowing the difference between a credible news source and a sponsored ad, and balancing screen time with other activities. Cultivating these skills is essential for anyone to thrive in today's increasingly tech-driven world. But digital citizens aren't born -- they're taught ..." (Common Sense Media)

Does your child have good digital manners? Do they know what is appropriate to share with others online? Do you have a family technology policy? Does your child know how to determine real news from fake news?  

As a 1:1 District and an elementary school that is rich in technology, our goal is to integrate technology into our curriculum while teaching our students to protect themselves and their privacy. Common Sense Media is a site that works hard to assist parents, teachers, and students to meet this goal! Not only does it provide a wealth of resources on digital citizenship, but it also provides important information on movies, tv shows, apps, game, and websites! What do you want to learn more about?





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