Think B4U Post is a comprehensive five subject internet safety initiative designed to inspire students to be digital citizens who practice safe and respectful online communications. Each of the five Think B4U Post subject areas focus on a different aspect of technological communication and responsibility. Each has a slogan with 1) three classroom lessons, 2) supporting posters and marketing materials, 3) a well as morning announcements, videos, discussion questions, homework, parent take home messages, student support pamphlets, and booster lessons. Find out more and access the lessons in the Think B4U Post Toolkit. Make sure to pair your Internet safety efforts with Digital Citizenship Week, the 3rd week in October, as well as some of the below resources.
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BCPS Social Media Use Guidelines
Per Policy 5306, Broward County Public Schools adheres to the belief that technology should play a vital role in meeting the needs of the broad range of abilities, disabilities, cultural backgrounds and ethnic populations represented in Broward District schools. To assure technology plays a prominent role while remaining safe and appropriate, BCPS has developed the Social Media Use Guidelines to provide direction for employees, students and the school district community when participating in online social media activities.
Find up to date user friendly Social Media Guidelines flyers on the Code of Student Conduct webpage.
Parent Tools & Tips
Caregivers can use the tools below to help support their child in leading a safer and more positive life online. Use the resources and contracts to begin or continue this important conversation about the online world.
Technology Use Contracts
Find a family media or device agreement that works for your family. These contracts set expectations and realistic rules to keep children safer while online, so they can make the most of their media and tech time.
Each of us must take an active role in keeping ourselves and our friends safer while online. Use the tools below to help make sure your online experience remain fun and respectful.
One post can change a student’s life and social media threats are no joke. Broward Schools is using the #ItsNoJoke campaign along with the #ThinkB4UPost Toolkit and lessons to help our students make the right choice when posting online.
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More Resources & Links
Please Note: A program or website being mentioned here does not imply endorsement by the School Board of Broward County, Florida and does not necessarily reflect its views. Contact the program developers directly for the most current information.
Common Sense Media: Provides numerous Family Tip Sheets for parents as well as lessons on online safety, cyber citizenship, and cyberbullying.
Connect Safely is a nonprofit website dedicated to educating users (students, parents, staff) of connected technology about safety, privacy and security.
NetCetera: The Net Cetera from the Federal Trade Commission, offers free resources for teachers, parents and students which teach online safety. Resources include Toolkits, presentations to parents or teachers, student videos for the classroom, and free booklets for distribution.
NetSmartz: Parents’ and guardians’ premier, online resource for answering questions about Internet safety, computers, and the Web. Online resources for children 10 and under.
OnGuard Online: Provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information. Includes games, videos, and links to resources and related topic.
