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ONLINE DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP & INTERNET SAFETY
CELEBRATING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP WEEK OCTOBER 18 - OCTOBER 22, 2021
California focuses on Digital Citizenship each October to emphasize the importance of ongoing discussions of the topic. Participants will focus on the 21st Century skills California students need to succeed in school and in life. More specifically, the week emphasizes ongoing efforts to empower students in the areas of critical thinking, online safety, and responsible use of technology at school and at home.
Fall Digital Citizenship Week focuses on:
Online Privacy
Media/Online Literacy
Anti-Bullying
Positive Online Communities/Digital Leadership
"It is important to teach students about the ethical, legal, and safe use of online information and resources. It is also important to help students learn about how they can protect themselves and their personal information in online environments."
KINDERGARTEN
FIRST GRADE
Media Balance & Well-Being
Why is it important to listen to your feelings when using technology?
SECOND GRADE
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
What should you do if someone is mean to you online?
THIRD GRADE
FOURTH GRADE
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
How can we be upstanders when we see cyberbullying?
FIFTH GRADE
SIXTH GRADE
Relationships & Communication
How do you chat safely with people you meet online?
Privacy & Security
How can you protect yourself from phishing?
SEVENTH GRADE
Digital Footprint & Identity
What is a digital footprint, and what does your convey?
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
How can you respond when cyberbullying occurs?
EIGHTH GRADE
Privacy & Security
How can you protect your privacy when you’re online?
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
How should you respond to online hate speech?
In addition, school districts are encouraged to inform students of the information and resources on the Internet Web sites regarding dangers and consequences of cyber sexual bullying to help reduce the instances of cyber sexual bullying through the Safe Place to Learn Act (Ed. Code 234.2). Families and students are encouraged to visit the California Healthy Kids Resource Center website to learn more.