Elementary Schools

Rules to follow

I will ask permission before posting pictures online. Ask yourself: "Do I want this to be seen by your family, teachers or a total stranger?"
I will always set my user profile to private so only real friends can get access. (Know who you're chatting with - a "friend" is not always a friend)
I will never share personal information online like such as my full name, school, address or phone number, or user passwords.
I will never meet up in person with anyone I met online.
I will tell my parents or a trusted adult right away when I come across a message, picture, or video that makes me feel uncomfortable.
I will report suspected abuse to my parents or a trusted adult. This abuse includes mean text messages.
I will set up rules and guidelines (location and time) for using computers, laptops, phones, and other mobile devices with my parents.
I will not give out passwords to anyone but my parents/guardian. (Not even to my best friend!)
I will check with a trusted adult before downloading or installing software. I understand things like this could be viruses and jeopardize my family's privacy.
I will do my best to be a good online citizen.

Stuff to Know

Once you put something on the Internet, it’s out of your control. Forever.
Talk with a trusted adult about what information is OK to send online or through text messages.
Be careful about what you share—it could end up anywhere!
If you get a text, IM, or e-mail that was meant to be private,think before you forward it. Would you want someone to share your secrets?
Mad at a friend or want to get back at an enemy? Don’t do it online. Kids have been suspended and even arrested for posting mean and threatening messages.
Remember, it doesn’t take very long for a text message or online content to travel. Something that you regret saying now could be all over your school in a matter of minutes.
Keep your personal information private.
Only add friends you know in real life.
Set your profile and blog to private.
Use a nickname that doesn’t identify your location, gender, or age.
Never meet in person with anyone you first met online.
Contact the site administrator if someone creates a social networking page in your name.
Alter your pictures and videos before you post them to remove identifying information.
Profile and photo share only with people on your friends list.
Don’t post your plans or whereabouts on your site.
Ignore harassing or rude comments posted on your profile.
Think about the possible consequences of the information and photos you post.
Remember that not everyone you meet online is trustworthy.
No one that you meet online should ask you to keep secrets from your trusted adults.
Ask a trusted adult before sharing personal information with an online friend.
Be suspicious if an online “friend” tries to turn you against your friends and family.
Don’t accept gifts from people that you meet online.
A real friend, whether you’ve met them in real life or online, won’t pressure you into doing anything that makes you uncomfortable.
Report anyone who sends you or asks you to send inappropriate messages and photos.
Be a good friend: talk to a trusted adult if someone you know is planning to meet offline.
If someone asks you to meet offline, tell a trusted adult immediately.
Don't respond to people asking you for personal or inappropriate information.
Never respond to harassing or rude comments.
Save or print the evidence.
Talk to your parents or guardian if you are harassed; get help reporting this to your teacher, school, or local law enforcement.
Respect others online.
Only share your password with your parent or guardian.
Change your passwords often.
Password protect your cell phone.
Use privacy settings to block unwanted messages.
Think before posting or sending photos – they could be used to hurt you.
Contact the site administrator if someone creates a social networking page in your name.

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