Internet Safety |
 internet safety When children are exposed to images and messages they do not understand and are unable to interpret, parents will want to intervene. For example, when children see smoking, drinking, and drug use in the media, parents will want talk about it with their children and guide them in taking a critical look at how cigarettes, alcohol, and other drugs are portrayed. The following are some resources and suggestions on how parents can protect their children from harmful topics conveyed through electronic media. Parent GuidesTip Sheet: Guiding Your Family's Media and Technology UseCategory: Internet Safety for Adolescents' Online Social Networking Protecting teens that use the Internet to connect socially with other teens. Cell Phone Safety Tips Ways to ensure safe cell phone usage. Parent Strategy for Internet Safety In-depth review of strategies for ensuring your child's Internet use is safe. Internet Safety Overview Checklists of the benefits, risks and safety steps involved in Internet communications. Internet Safety Checklist for Parents Quick tips on how parents can protect children from harmful content in electronic media. Resolutions & Position StatementsPTA Resolution on Internet and Wireless CommunicationPTA Resolution encouraging promotion of ethical use of Internet and wireless communication. PTA Position Statement on Mass Media PTA Position Statement providing guidance on mass media issues. Additional ResourcesBe Smart on FacebookTips for keeping your child safe on Facebook |
