Cyber SafetyInformation for Students and Families

What is Cyber Safety?

• It’s about keeping information safe and secure• It’s about being responsible and respectful

online• It includes using good ‘netiquette’ (online

etiquette)

Netiquette (Online Etiquette)

When you write online, it’s sometimes easy to forget that there’s a real person on the other end of your message.

It’s also easier to say and do things you might not say or do in person.

Keep this in mind and treat others respectfully.

PS – UPPER CASE LETTERS MAY MAKE SOMEONE THINK YOU ARE SHOUTING!!!

THINK!

Before you post anything online…Think!T – Is it True?H – Is it Helpful?I – Is it Inspiring?N – Is it Necessary?K – Is it Kind?

Keeping Personal Information Safe

Personal Information should not be shared online. Personal Information Includes:• Full Name• Address• Birthday• Phone Number• School• PhotosHector's World Personal Information Video

Passwords

• Choose strong passwords using letters and numbers

• Don’t write passwords down• Never share passwords with anyone (except

your parents or a trusted adult)

The Password Rap

Cyberbullying

People can be mean online, just like in real life. However, being behind a computer screen often makes it easier to say or do mean things that you wouldn’t do in person.

If Cyberbullying happens to you…

• Tell a parent or teacher• Don’t answer mean comments. Save them

and show a parent or teacher.• Block to cyber bully so that they can’t contact

you• Report them to the game or social forum

Cyberbullying Video

Offensive Content

Some websites are not meant for kids. To avoid seeing something inappropriate:• Set the search engine to block mature content• Install internet filter software• Book mark safe and fun websites

Filtering and Monitoring SoftwareParental Control Websites

Offensive Content

If you come across material that makes you feel uncomfortable or upset:• Tell your parent or teacher• Know how to escape (Ctrl/Alt/Delete)

Know The Rules Rap

Social Networking

• Set your profile to private• Keep personal details private• Only accept requests from people you know

and like• Be careful who you trust• Ask friends to ask for your permissions before tagging you

Top Ten Tips for Youth

How Cyber Safe are you?Take the following quiz to find out!

Cyber Safety Quiz