TechWise
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🌟 Empowering Safe and Healthy Tech Use for Families! 🌟
In today's digital age, technology is everywhere, touching every part of our lives. While technology opens up incredible opportunities for learning and connecting, it's crucial that our children and families navigate the digital world safely and healthily. That's why we're thrilled to invite you to our TechWise Campaign. This is a community initiative dedicated to educating our children and families on the best practices for tech use. |
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Downieville School TechWise Safety Night
Thanks to the Downieville School for hosting the TechWise Sierra Safety Night. And a big thank you to our presenters from the Sherrif's Office, Probation, CHP, and Behavioral Health. Topics covered included: - The laws covering all forms of harassment and the illegal use of personal information and photos -Resources and tips to protect yourself & your kids - Distracted driving safety, impacts and legal ramifications. -The signs and symptoms of too much exposure to violent and sexual content screen time. -Resources for help and support The attendance was small but mighty. Good conversations and question by all. Thanks everyone. Please reach out to the Family Resource Center at 530-993-1110 for more information. |
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Common Sense Media
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"Most technology wasn't built with kids in mind. We're on a mission to change that. We believe in media that inspires and entertains families of all kinds. In technology that protects privacy and supports communities. In learning tools that prepare students and teachers for success in a connected world. Discover how we're working to make the digital world better for kids and families."-Common Sense Media
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https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
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This month's newsletter from Common Sense Media is on the topic of: Exploring Play Through Tech
"Let's work together to make holiday tech time fun, engaging, and safe for the whole family. Share resources that help families leverage tech to encourage creativity, interactive learning, purposeful play, and connection"
Family Movie Night
-https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/50-movies-to-help-you-raise-a-kind-kid
This month's Resource Highlight
For more resources related to this month's topic, jump into the FACE Toolkit.
Cell Phone Resources:
"Let's work together to make holiday tech time fun, engaging, and safe for the whole family. Share resources that help families leverage tech to encourage creativity, interactive learning, purposeful play, and connection"
Family Movie Night
-https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/50-movies-to-help-you-raise-a-kind-kid
This month's Resource Highlight
- NEW! Parents' Ultimate Guides to Roblox
- Video: 4 YouTube Channels That Can Spark Kids' Creativity
- Article: STEM-Inspired Inventions and Hacks on YouTube for Tweens and Teens (in English and Spanish)
- Looking for Creative Apps: Best Creative Apps | Common Sense Media
- Watch a movie or a show together with your child: Why Watching TV and Movies Is Better Together | Common Sense Media
- Making Family Connections with Media and Tech: How to Make Meaningful Family Connections Using Media and Tech | Common Sense Education
For more resources related to this month's topic, jump into the FACE Toolkit.
Cell Phone Resources:
- Cellphones and Devices: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers in English and Spanish
- Kids and Tech: When to Get a Phone videos in English and Spanish
- Key Questions to Inform Your Cellphone Policy
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: EYE TO EYE CAMPAIGN
YouthStrong – Western Colorado Community Foundation
YouthStrong – Western Colorado Community Foundation