Cst James Cadigan says in addition to buying school supplies for back to school, ensuring online safety in today’s digital world is increasingly important.
The RNC is out with some online safety advice ahead of the new school year. Cst James Cadigan says in addition to buying school supplies for back to school, ensuring online safety in today’s digital world is increasingly important. He says parents are reminded to teach responsible online behavior and set guidelines for their children. Only use tablets or devices in common areas at home. Parents are advised to keep devices connected to the internet out of bedrooms and other private spaces, know your children’s usernames and passwords, and regularly monitor their online activity and set parental controls to reduce the risk of exposure to sexually explicit content. Cadigan says pictures should only be exchanged with parental permission. Emphasize that once pictures are sent to others they cannot be retracted. Discuss appropriate and inappropriate material and maintain open dialogue with your children and teach your children to never give out personal information without your permission. Cadigan says cyberbullying is becoming more of an issue. Talk to your children about cyber bullying. Tell them not to participate and to tell an adult immediately.
Anyone who experiences suspicious activity online is encouraged to report it to the RNC by calling 709-729-8000. To report anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.
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