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Part of being a responsible digital citizen is being respectful, which is why the Golden Rule of treating others as you would want to be treated applies to online friendships and communications, just as it does with face-to-face interactions. We teach our children to practice politeness, mindfulness, tolerance, decency and honesty in their everyday lives. Why not do the same for all online activities? Here are a few ways to teach your kids to become good netizens. + Politeness In all their communications, comments and shares, kids should be attentive to the fact that they don’t appear rude, boorish, insensitive or sly. It does well to remember that what’s written and shared online remains there forever. Posting something mean or hurtful can cause future embarrassments. Teach your kids to be…

9th to 12th Grade For high schoolers, the pandemic changed the face of major milestones, including some of the most memorable moments such as graduation and prom. The impact on teens within the context of social distancing and missing in-person social interactions has been significant and life changing. The context of internet and technology use has broadened and now we not only use it for play, but we also use it for school and to stay connected. Given the shift, it’s critical to help teens understand their use of these tools and how to help them create healthy decisions about use. Reminding them about the basic rules of social grace, social skills, and etiquette and manners is never a bad idea. Discuss empathy, respect, inclusivity and positivity as opposed to…

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Did you know your child’s identity could be a target for fraudsters? If an identity thief steals your child’s identity, you may not discover the crime for years—until, for example, your child applies for a job or tries to open a credit card. Can you imagine having to clean up such a mess if your child’s identity was stolen? And how would your child feel upon learning someone had negatively affected her credit history? Here are five steps you can take to help protect your children from becoming victims of identity theft. 1 Look for red flags. Learning how to recognize that your child’s identity has been compromised is key. The Identity Theft Resource Center offers a helpful list of warning signs that include bills or credit cards addressed to…

In order to ensure relationships are mutually respectful, supportive and caring, setting clear boundaries is essential. Whether it’s between spouses, friends, family members and co-workers, boundaries set the basic guidelines of how you want to be treated. While establishing boundaries—and following the basic tenets of etiquette and good citizenship—is important in real-life relationships, they’re just as important in the digital world. According to Devorah Heitner, Ph.D., founder of RaisingDigitalNatives.com and author of “Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World,” as technologies evolve, so do the rules of etiquette. “While you might be confident about teaching your kids etiquette in the real world, you may feel that it’s more of a challenge in the online world. It takes some time to learn the new rules, and they seem…

What happens on social media stays on social media. Even if you post something and delete it, it’s never really gone … which is why it’s important to think before you post. But it isn’t only about posting things you may regret later on social media, posting certain things can put you at risk. With that in mind, these are things no one should ever do on social media platforms. ✪ Post when you’re emotional. If you’re angry, sad or feeling any sort of negative emotions, it’s not the time to post on social media. Often, people post in the heat of the moment and it only exacerbates a situation or gives people a negative perception of the person posting. Take a moment. Breathe. Stay in control. And no matter…

Kindergarten to 5th Grade Digital etiquette or “netiquette” is very important to learn early on in schooling. Children are expected to use the internet fairly independently by the time they’ve completed elementary school. This means that parents and caregivers need to teach internet safety, social rules, politeness and kindness, as well as appropriate use as soon as possible. When discussing internet safety, focus on important themes such as identity protection, going to safe places on the internet, and not engaging in any kinds of phishing emails, scams and strange or unknown content. Remind them that they should not be meeting with or accepting gifts from people they meet online, unless you know them. Digital citizenship should focus on themes of positivity, kindness, taking down negative posts, and avoiding social drama…

More and more jobs and college programs are going digital, so understanding how to engage with peers, professors and colleagues in an online environment is a skill needed to succeed as a young adult. Most young people in this age group grew up with a computer at home, a smart phone that was accessible, or access to technology through school if not at home. Young adults today have been part of setting social expectations in terms of social media, online work and e-learning environments. It is still important to have discussions about social expectations in these different environments. Being mindful of their camera presence—appearance, facial expression, and where they are when they are on camera—are good reminders. Being engaged appropriately means using the chat for the purpose intended, not replying…

Getting kids to eat a well-rounded variety of foods, much less try new or healthy things, is a universal parenting challenge. Not at first maybe, but often, the once adorable 5-month-old that polished off pureed peas and carrots with aplomb, now not only rejects former favorites, but also fundamentally refuses all things unfamiliar. So what happens to turn adventurous little eaters into demanding and difficult diners? Often, parents do. Almost every youngster goes through a picky eating stage at some point. Many are testing the boundaries of their independence; some are going through a schedule change and are tired and cranky at mealtime. Others have issues with the smell, color or texture of a food, while some truly don’t like what is being served. All of that is normal and…

Social media is an extremely powerful medium. It allows us to share our thoughts with the world, and connects us with other people. However, this power can also be used by criminals for illegal activities. Knowing what to post and what not to post can ensure that you and your family are safe. For you and your family’s safety, here are seven things not to post online. 1|LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION HOME, SCHOOL OR WORK ADDRESS Posting personal information such as your work or home address or where you child goes to school can make privileged information public. Street signs, house numbers, and apartment addresses might seem like harmless background scenery, but once you post that picture, it could make you and your family vulnerable to everything from identity theft to…

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My name is Lucy* and I am writing this to share a story about my cyberbullying experience so that other people can see that they are not alone and hopefully learn from my experience. When I was in the 10th grade, there was a big party that a lot of the girls and boys in my grade were going to. I really wanted to go, but had other plans made for that night. I was so upset that I couldn’t go, I wrote a mean post on my spam account on Instagram that was immature, angry and rude directed to some of the people going to this party. Rather than accepting that I couldn’t go, I made it seem like I didn’t want to go in the first place. About…

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6th to 8th Grade Children in this age range are fairly independent online and in their use of technology. For school and e-learning environments, it’s important to help them understand that while they are in e-learning school, it still is school. They still need to be on-task, avoid negativity and bullying, establish supportive networks, and focus on creating a positive and organized learning environment. Talk to them directly and explicitly about posting appropriate information, practicing social politeness and kindness online, and creating a schedule for how much time they spend with technology when it is and when it is not school-related. When in class, discuss the rules about staying on-task in the e-learning classroom. Discourage chatting, posting and exploring other interests when they are “in class.” Remind them to review…

Certain moments stand out vividly in Ashley Sneddon’s memory of her educational journey. Like the time during senior year in high school, when she realized college might be possible after taking an English Accuplacer test in one of her courses. Neither of her parents had the opportunity to pursue a college degree and as a high school senior, she wasn’t sure it would be possible for her either. Until, that is, a high school counselor told her she achieved the highest possible score on the English exam and recommended she take others. “I’ll never forget that day. It was the first time I actually believed I could obtain a higher education,” says Ashley, now a senior at Arizona State University. “I decided to take the other Accuplacer exams for reading…

1 cup red onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, choppedDrizzle of oil or broth to sauté1 cup chopped carrots1 cup diced red pepper1 cup frozen corn1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped (optional)2 tbsp. chili powder1 tbsp. oregano1 tablespoon cumin1 to 1-1/2 tsp. sea salt2 cans diced green chiles1 15-oz. can fired roasted diced tomatoes3 cups veggie broth (low sodium if needed)3 15-oz. cans cooked beans of choice, drained and rinsed ▶ Sauté onion and garlic in oil or broth until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, red pepper, corn, jalapeno (if using), chili powder, oregano, cumin and salt. Sauté about 5 more minutes until the carrots are just beginning to soften. Add in the chiles, tomatoes, broth and beans. Simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes. Serve with toppings of…

In this day and age of globalization and digital technology, we are raising our children to be true global citizens. It is just as important to give them “tech wings” to navigate the technology world staying informed in a forever changing landscape, as it is to provide them “wellness wings” to always balance life with overall fitness and wellness. Some of the clinical benefits of fitness and exercise wellness are maintaining a healthy weight, reducing risks of chronic disease, promoting brain health and…drumroll please…it can make you feel good! I often tell our amazing 11-year old son when we work out together that, “Fitness is a natural way to increase those feel good endorphins.” The reason I always share that with him is to instill another positive model of wellness…