The first presentation in the Cyber Safe Schools series, Introduction to Online Safety, will introduce key concepts including the positive and negative aspects of technology, strategies for building online privacy, the importance of digital literacy, how companies share personal data, and essential online and social media safety principles.

This handout accompanies the first presentation, Introduction to Online Safety, and reinforces key concepts introduced during the session.

The second presentation, Online Solicitation and Sextortion, (Grades 4-6), will help students understand grooming and how it works, recognize the tactics predators use, define online solicitation, review relevant state laws, and identify risks associated with inappropriate texting.

The second presentation, Online Solicitation and Sextortion, (Grades 7 and up), will help students understand grooming and how it works, recognize the tactics predators use, define online solicitation, review relevant state laws, and identify risks associated with inappropriate texting ("sexting").

This handout accompanies the second presentation, Online Solicitation, and reinforces key concepts introduced during the session.

The third presentation, Level Up: Outsmart Gaming Risks, will address both the advantages and disadvantages of online gaming, explain the concept of doxing, describe how identity theft and data breaches can occur, introduce issues of harassment and cyberbullying, and share best practices for staying safe while gaming online.

This handout accompanies the third presentation, Gaming Risks, and reinforces key concepts introduced during the session.

The fourth presentation, Cyberbullying, will explore the differences between cyberbullying and cyber-harassment, explain what cyberstalking is, highlight at least three effects of cyberbullying, introduce the concept of deepfakes, and discuss how to establish healthy boundaries online.

This handout accompanies the fourth presentation, Cyberbullying, and reinforces key concepts introduced during the session.

The Community Presentation is a culminating session designed for parents and caregivers, providing a comprehensive overview of the Cyber Safe Schools program. This presentation will highlight key concepts in online safety, equip adults with practical tools and resources to help monitor and guide youth online activity, and offer strategies for fostering open, healthy conversations about digital behavior.

This handout is part of the Community Presentation, and reinforces key concepts introduced during the session.Children today grow up in a connected world where learning, play, and friendship often happen online. Learn about the issues your child may encounter online.  

When discussing any type of victimization, it is important to use victim-centered language. With cyberbullying, online harassment, and sextortion there are specific considerations that can help avoid misconceptions and empower victims. This document includes guidance on language that you should be aware of when talking with any audience about online safety.

When minors find themselves in a situation where they need help from friends, trusted adults, or community, having an action plan can make reaching out easier. Help students fill out this resource map to better understand their options for help.

Take a break! Let your brain detox from the digital noise its accumulated. 

Smart Surfing, is a presentation that provides elementary students with a foundation in digital safety. The presentation explores safe internet habits, responsible gaming, cyberbullying awareness, and practical strategies for recognizing and responding to common online risks.

This Smart Surfing handout reinforces the key concepts presented during the session. Students and families will find practical tips on online safety, cyberbullying, gaming safety, social media, and ways parents can support safe digital habits at home.