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SO True!!

I have had a few opportunities in the last couple of weeks to talk to parents and staff members about use and misuse of a variety of technology tools.  Since we ARE an iPad 1:1 K-12 district, it's crucial that our parents are aware of the things that can and can't be done on the iPads, and the things that are and aren't appropriate.  Although we put restrictions on K-6 iPads, where we limit adult content, etc., we are NOT at home with the students.  SO if parents are going to have ZERO filter on their internet at home, there are still plenty of things that kids can get to!  I am going to try and create and help out in this area by continuing to inform parents as much as I can via social media but also posting things on the website.  The MORE parents know, (whether they choose to USE the information or not), the better chance they will be able to stop exposure for their kids. 

I was searching the other day and came across this and it's SO SO true!  Why do we have such an EASY time putting the blame on the technology or social media, but so SLOW to blame the users?



This one really hits home right now, especially since we JUST had training last Friday on QPR and Suicide Prevention - something else EVERYONE should have:)!!!  (Let me know if you want more information regarding this - wonderful and needed!

In this world today, social media is such a tough topic, but the more parents KNOW and the more prepared they are, the better off they will be.  It's alright to CHECK YOUR KID'S TECHNOLOGY!  It's alright to TAKE THESE DEVICES AWAY!  You're the parents - you have the right!!  REMEMBER THIS!!!!

Happy Tuesday all - keep at it - you can do this!!
Mrs. I:)


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