Parents and children were optimistic for a new fall outlook only to see COVID-19 rear its ugly head. We are all missing friends and summer activities. Pandemic fatigue is a daily fight with no end in sight. This lack of normalcy has many children turning to the internet for new friends and activities. It is important that parents keep an eye on these online friends and activities. The following are a list of items that I have discussed with my daughter as the summer has worn. Everyone has an angel for their child that is why I also did my iPad history and email checks.
Never share your passwords to devices, email, or social media accounts information.
Be careful who you talk to online – it could be a predator.
Never give them your home address and phone number.
Never take and send pictures that you would not plaster on the front door of nearest church!
Never agree to meet someone you talk to online.
Never invite people you meet to your home.
Never share when and where parents will be out of town.