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An Educational Tool…
At The Power of Your Finger Tips
• Extended Learning Opportunities
• Standardized Homework
• Parent opportunity to monitor your child’s
progress
• Internet Based Programs
• School Filtered Internet Access
Contract & Consent
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Parent/Guardian and Student understand that the Tablet device is property of Long
Branch Middle School and agree to be responsible for surrendering the device
whenever requested by school staff.
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Parent/Guardian and Student understand the appropriate LBMS staff, at their
discretion, review device activity longs and Internet history on tablets to ensure
compliance with Long Branch Public School’s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP).
Parent/Guardian and Student may not alter or delete device activity logs or Internet
History File.
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Parent/Guardian and Student understand that Internet Filtering Software is installed on
the devices, and that software is active at all times and must connect to District servers
even when the computers are used at home in order to access the Internet. Students
may not attempt to alter or circumvent the Long Branch Public School’s installed filters.
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Parent/Guardian and Student understand that when outside of the school it is the
Parent/Guardian’s responsibility to monitor the appropriate use of the device.
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Parent/Guardian and Student understand that all lost/stolen equipment will be
reported to the Academy Administrator as soon as possible for investigation. Tracking
devices will track and attempt to recover all lost or stolen items.
• Students are not allowed to deface their handheld devices in any way.
• Students are not to remove, deface or alter identifying stickers, labels or
barcodes in anyway shape or form.
• The handheld device should not be left for extended times in places
where it will be subject to extreme temperatures or unattended.
• The device is not to be used to produce malicious content directed at
LBMS staff, faculty and/or other students. The students who are
responsible for any malicious content will be prosecuted according to the
State of New Jersey Anti-Bullying Laws and any other applicable laws.
KidBiz3000
The educational web site that integrates
technology with the regular classroom curriculum.
STUDY ISLAND
Study Island is a Web-based program
designed to help your child master state standards.
EVERYDAY MATH
Everyday Mathematics
Help with Home and Study Link problems
Selected answers
Vocabulary definitions
Tutorials on algorithms
Games
• SECURITY
– SOTI MobiControl
• Lockdown
• Tracking
• Organization
– Mobile Private
Network
• Filtering
What is Cyber-Bullying?
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Cyber-Bullying is the use of technology to harass,
threaten, embarrass or target another person.
Email
Social Networks
Instant Messages
Websites
Chat Rooms
Cell phones
Cyberbully
Why bully online?
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Increased electronic communications devices
Perceived anonymity of the Internet
Not viewed as traditional crimes
The Internet has become a popular means of
communicating especially among teens
• Form of entertainment
• Accidental
FACEBOOK
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Use of Social Network Sites
Facebook Facts
1 in every 13 people on Earth is on Facebook
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400,000,000 people log into their profile at least once a month
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Half of those people log in every day.
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Only Google gets more traffic.
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48% of young Americans said they found out about news through
Facebook
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FAD is a mental disorder – Facebook Addiction Disorder.
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Nearly 42% of kids have been bullied online and almost one in four have had it happen
more than once.
Among this percentage, being ignored and disrespected were the most common forms of
cyber bullying.
Nine out of ten middle school students have had their feelings hurt online.
About 75% have visited a Web site bashing another student.
Four out of ten middle school students have had their password(s) stolen and changed by
a bully who then locked them out of their own account or sent communications posing as
them.
About 21% of kids have received mean or threatening e-mails.
The psychological and emotional outcomes of cyber bullying are similar to real-life
bullying outcomes, except for the reality that with cyber bullying there is often no escape.
School ends at 3 p.m., while the Internet is available all the time.
The primary cyber bullying location where victimizing occurs, at 56%, is in chat rooms.
Girls are about twice as likely as boys to be victims and perpetrators of cyber bullying.
Effects of Cyberbullying
• No longer limited to schoolyards or street corners, modern-day bullying
can happen at home as well as at school — essentially 24 hours a day.
• As long as kids have access to a phone, computer, or other device (such
as an iTouch), they are at risk.
• Severe or chronic cyberbullying can leave victims at greater risk for
anxiety, depression, and other stress-related disorders. In some rare but
highly publicized cases, some kids have turned to suicide.
How Are Teens Cyberbullied?
Being a victim of cyberbullying can be a common and painful experience.
Some youth who cyberbully
• Pretend they are other people online to trick others
• Spread lies and rumors about victims
• Trick people into revealing personal information
• Send or forward mean text messages
• Post pictures of victims without their consent
When teens were asked why they think others cyberbully, 81 percent said
that cyberbullies think it’s funny. Other teens believe that youth who
cyberbully
• Don’t think it’s a big deal
• Don’t think about the consequences
• Are encouraged by friends
• Think everybody cyberbullies
• Think they won’t get caught
Do I Look 13?
Signs of Cyberbullying
Many kids and teens who are cyberbullied are reluctant to tell a
teacher or parent, often because they feel ashamed of the
social stigma, or because they fear their computer privileges
will be taken away at home.
The signs that a child is being cyberbullied vary, but a few things
to look for are:
• signs of emotional distress during or after using the Internet
or the phone
• being very protective or secretive of their digital life
• withdrawal from friends and activities
• avoidance of school or group gatherings
• slipping grades and "acting out" in anger at home
• changes in mood, behavior, sleep, or appetite
WHAT IF YOU RECEIVE THIS?
I hate you… Everyone hates you…
I wish you were dead!
You are ugly and Fat!
You are stupid and dumb
I have pictures of you, I will post them online, secret
pictures!
I will kill you!
I know where you live and when you are alone!
How Do Victims React?
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Contrary to what cyberbullies may believe, cyberbullying is a big deal, and can cause a variety
of reactions in teens. Some teens have reacted in positive ways to try to prevent
cyberbullying by:
Blocking communication with the cyberbully
Deleting messages without reading them
Talking to a friend about the bullying
Reporting the problem to an Internet service provider or website moderator
Many youth experience a variety of emotions when they are cyberbullied. Youth who are
cyberbullied report feeling angry, hurt, embarrassed, or scared. These emotions can cause
victims to react in ways such as:
Seeking revenge on the bully
Avoiding friends and activities
Cyberbullying back
Some teens feel threatened because they may not know who is cyberbullying them. Although
cyberbullies may think they are anonymous, they can be found. If you are cyberbullied or
harassed and need help, save all communication with the cyberbully and talk to a parent,
teacher, law enforcement officer, or other adult you trust.
How Can I Prevent Cyberbullying?
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Teens have figured out ways to prevent cyberbullying. Follow in the
footsteps of other quick-thinking teens and
Refuse to pass along cyberbullying messages
Tell friends to stop cyberbullying
Block communication with cyberbullies
Report cyberbullying to a trusted adult
You can also help prevent cyberbullying by
• Speaking with other students, as well as teachers and school
administrators, to develop rules against cyberbullying
Don’t forget that even though you can’t see a cyberbully or the bully’s
victim, cyberbullying causes real problems.
If you wouldn’t say it in person, don’t say it online. Delete cyberbullying.
Don’t write it. Don’t forward it.
What Else Can I Do To Stay Cyber-safe?
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Remember that the Internet is accessed by millions of people
all over the world, not just your friends and family. While
many Internet users are friendly, some may want to hurt you.
Below are some ways to stay cyber-safe:
Never post or share your personal information online (this
includes your full name, address, telephone number, school
name, parents’ names, credit card number, or Social Security
number) or your friends’ personal information.
Never share your Internet passwords with anyone, except
your parents.
Never meet anyone face-to-face whom you only know online.
Talk to your parents about what you do online.
How Parents Can Help
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Block the bully. Most devices have settings that allow you to electronically block emails, IMs,
or text messages from specific people.
Limit access to technology. Although it's hurtful, many kids who are bullied can't resist the
temptation to check websites or phones to see if there are new messages. Keep the
computer in a public place in the house (no laptops in children's bedrooms, for example) and
limit the use of cell phones and games. Some companies allow you to turn off text messaging
services during certain hours. And, most websites and phones provide the option for parental
controls, which provide parents with access to their children’s messages and online life.
Know your kids' online world. Check their postings and the sites kids visit, and be aware of
how they spend their time online. Talk to them about the importance of privacy and why it's
a bad idea to share personal information online, even with friends. Encourage them to
safeguard passwords. Write up cell phone and social media contracts that you are willing to
enforce.
Look to the web for resource and support information about cyberbullying.
If your son or daughter agrees, you may also arrange for mediation with a therapist or
counselor at school who can work with your child and/or the bully.
CyberBullying:
Safety Tips
• Never respond to a bullying e-mail or IM. It's always better to just ignore.
• Save IMs or e-mails, then print and show them to an adult you trust, like
a parent or school counselor.
• Don't be afraid to talk to someone about this. The sooner you tell a
parent or counselor, the sooner you can get back to using your computer
without feeling afraid or uncomfortable.
• If it continues or if any physical threats are made, report it to your
Internet Service Provider (ISP). They can cancel the cyberbully's account
and even alert the police.
• Think carefully about what you say online. Make sure it's not going to
hurt or scare someone.