Family Tip 5: Review worst-case steps.
Walk through what to do if your kid is being bullied online. First, step away. Ignoring a bully can be very effective. If the bullying continues, take screenshots or print out evidence. Then block the person. If it gets worse, report the behavior to a trusted adult. Talk about who those people are and make sure your kid has their contact information.
Learning is a Process— On this snowy day, our 5th graders are sorting their biographical research to form paragraphs for their essays!
Hey! We hope you hear this everyday, but just in case: You’re AWESOME! You are doing an amazing job! You are raising kids who want the world, and their school, to be a better place. Consider this your virtual HIGH FIVE! 🙏 #stepitup #empoweredkidschangetheworld #schoolrules #makeadifference #dayofawesomeness
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There are A LOT of "social media" sites out there. You know about Twitter & Facebook, but what about Reddit, TikTok, Twitch, Sarahah, or Discord? Educate yourself with this list of short explanation videos from Common Sense media!
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For kids, miscommunication is a common occurrence online and on social media. Plus, being behind a screen makes it easier to say things they wouldn't say in person. So how do we help kids avoid the pitfalls of digital drama?Hear it from the source!
Family Tip 5: Take breaks.
Notice your kid getting pulled into digital drama? Help them take a break. They may determine for themselves when they need to step back, but they might need some help setting limits. Putting devices to bed at a specific time can help kids recharge.
Congratulations to Ardenne B. for winning the final Week of Wow fridge full of cash!!!
Second Graders Use Green Screen Technology to Put Themselves in Penguin Habitats
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Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.
Congratulations to Lily R. for winning today's Week of Wow prize.
Laurynn M. was the Week of Wow winner yesterday!!! Who will be the winner today?
Q&A: How can I explain why teens shouldn't create fake profiles to tease their friends and/or peers?
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Teaching kids character strengths and life skills such as empathy is one of the most important jobs of being an adult. These great books for all ages help make it easier by celebrating friendship, difference, and the importance of caring for one another.
If laughter is your favorite cardio, if watching kids being kids makes you happy, if you believe in the hope and promise of the future, then help us EMPOWER your child to help others. The funds we raise are going to ensure that every single student at our school has the tools they need to shape their future. YOU make the difference! 🤗 #stepitup #empoweredkidschangetheworld #schoolrules #makeadifference #somedayistoday #dayofawesomeness
Family Tip 4: Encourage upstanding.
Let kids know that supporting someone who is being bullied can make a big difference. If they feel safe confronting the bully, they should. If not, a PM can help someone through a tough time. Speaking up against hate speech is important too!
Still “Stepping it Up” at South! Since we had a snow day yesterday, our campaign will now extend one extra day! We will accept donations through Feb 26th. Congratulations to Talin who was our first “Week of WOW” winner. 3 more mini-fridges with cash will be given away next week!
Our school is already amazing, but with your support, it’s going to be even better! The funds we raise will benefit each and every one of them…including yours! That is EQUALITY in ACTION, and we could not be happier! Thank you, parents and students, for being too legit to quit! #stepitup #empoweredkidschangetheworld #schoolrules #makeadifference #dayofawesomeness
Today, Friday, February 14th all Olympia schools will begin one hour late due to the extreme cold.
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Cyberbullying is something most families hope they never have to deal with. But if your kids are texting, sharing photos, and posting comments, it’s important to talk to them about how to deal with online harassment. Learn 5 ways to stop cyberbullies.
Family Tip 3: Role-play.
If kids feel like they might have trouble removing themselves from digital drama, experiment with some different ways they can make a graceful exit. Talk through words they can use, ways they can steer conversations in positive directions, etc.
