Digital Citizenship Lessons

(Now includes Artificial Intelligence Lessons)

Elementary

Combo Classes

K/1

1/2

2/3

3/4

4/5

5/6

Intermediate

High School

OPTION 1* Each grade does their own grade level lessons (same as previous years).

High School

OPTION 2**All grades do the same lessons (all 12th grade lessons for 24/25, all 11th grade lessons for 25/26, all 10 grade lessons for 26/27, all 9th grade lessons for 27/28). This reduces the chances of duplicate lessons.

24/25

25/26

26/27

27/28

**High School Option 1 or 2 should be decided as a school site. Please, come to a consensus before starting any lessons. To comply with E-Rate, please use either option on a 4 year rotation starting with the 24-25 school year.

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SVUSD Digital Literacy, Digital Citizenship & AI Literacy Roadmap

Appropriate Use – Encourages respectful, ethical interactions
Safety & Privacy – Teaches how to protect personal information

Cyberbullying- Guides prevention and response
Artificial Intelligence – Introduces AI and its societal impact

Practical Resources – Provides hands-on digital skill-building tools
Community Support – Extends learning beyond the classroom
Assessment & Feedback – Supports growth through check-ins

Digital Literacy, Digital Citizenship and AI Literacy

Why Does Digital Literacy and Citizenship Matter?

Digital literacy helps students think critically, solve problems, and use technology responsibly. AI education builds awareness and ethical use, while digital tools enhance collaboration and productivity. Learning cybersecurity, respecting others' work, and managing one's online presence keeps students safe and prepared for success in school and beyond.

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Why Does AI Literacy Matter?

AI literacy is understanding how AI works, how it's used, and how to use it responsibly. For students and teachers, it means using AI for tasks like research and writing while thinking critically about its risks, sources, and impact. Being AI literate means using AI thoughtfully, ethically, and safely in school and beyond.

K-12 Teacher Training Courses

Digital Citizenship for K-12 Teachers

CLICK HERE: Digital Citizenship Training Course for Teachers

Common Sense Education offers a free 60-minute interactive training to help you guide students as responsible digital learners.

Learn the 6 key elements of digital citizenship
Explore ready-to-use lessons and resources
Discover ways to engage families
Create a plan for teaching digital citizenship in your role

Before starting, make sure you have an active account at CommonSenseMedia.org.

AI Basics for K-12 Teachers

CLICK HERE: AI Basics Training Course for K–12 Teachers

This foundational course is designed for anyone who wants to understand the basics of generative AI and its impact on education.

Develop foundational AI literacy knowledge: what AI is, and an overview of how it works.
Identify safety factors for using AI in education, including topics like data privacy and biometric data.
Understand ethical considerations for AI use, including the role of AI in challenges like climate change.
Reflect on how and where AI might best fit into your teaching practice.