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Keep your Student Safe Online!
Back-to-school season brings new classes and friends, but it also brings new digital dangers. By the time you've dropped your kids off for their first day of class, chances are they've already been exposed to their first cyberthreat of the day. New devices, new online accounts, and relaxed summer screen habits could make your children vulnerable to a slew of online threats. Below are real-life risks in your child's digital day:
Phishing & social engineering: Let's say your teenage daughter gets a text that reads, "Your grades won't post unless you verify your information now." Or maybe she gets an email that asks for her student login to update her records. Make sure your kids know to question any sudden or unusual request and always bring it to you for verification before taking any action. Gaming & app-related hazards: Your son's gaming buddy asks to move their conversation to a private app. Seems harmless enough, but is this someone your son really knows? Gaming sites are often part of a child's social life, and that's exactly why they're a popular place for scams. Remind your children that not everyone they meet online is who they say they are. For their safety, they should only trust the friends they know IRL (in real life). Oversharing personal information: Your child's classmate screenshots a private message and shares it on social media. It's a seemingly small act that can have lasting consequences, from public embarrassment to cyberbullying. Talk with your kids about keeping private information private by being careful who they chat with and by using location sharing and tagging wisely. Negative mental health effects: While there are many rewards to social media, excessive use can have a negative effect on your child's mental health. Too much time spent scrolling can lead to social isolation, lack of sleep, and lack of outdoor activity. Be sure to talk with your kids about creating healthy digital habits, which include regular breaks from devices. Academic integrity issues: With AI use on the rise, it's only fair to expect your kids will use ChatGPT or another AI tool to help with their homework. But it's important to explain that while AI can be used to help them study, it shouldn't do their work for them. Make sure your kids know that the consequences of cheating can include failing grades and disciplinary action at school. Encourage them to stay academically honest and try to offer to help them with their studies if they need it. Online predators: The toughest topic to bring up with your children may be the most important one. Online predators are skilled at manipulation and tend to be very difficult to spot, especially for a child. Have open conversations with your kids and encourage them to share details about any online relationships with you. Explain that you respect their privacy but need to have regular check-ins to keep them safe. Starting conversations about online safety with your kids isn't always easy, but with the right approach, you can help them build digital confidence and awareness. |
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Visit the World's Smallest Town There's a town of one in Nebraska, and its resident is one wonderful woman. She's also the tavern owner, mayor, and village marshal. |
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Back-to-School Shopping Joy Parents could relate to this funny 1996 Staples ad, which presented the back-to-school shopping season as "the most wonderful time of the year." |
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LABOR DAY CLOSURE
Labor Day was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Wilson Communications will be closed on Monday, September 1st and re-open on Tuesday, September 2nd so our employees may spend the day with their families and friends. We wish all a very safe and happy Labor Day! |
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11 Peachy Keen Recipes It's National Peach Month — time to make Chicken and Peach Flatbreads, Shrimp and Peach Salad, Peach Ice Cream, and more. |
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5 Potluck Salads Try Fritos Corn Salad, Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad, Cookie Salad, or Celery and Parmesan Salad. Yum! |
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InShot This makes it easy to get creative with your videos. Add effects like glitter, replace the sky, distort images, change clothing colors, and more. Learn more... |
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Rome2Rio Find out how to get from point A to B by plane, train, bus, ferry, and car. This searches thousands of multi-modal routes around the globe. Learn more... |
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AI Dungeon Unlike most games where you experience worlds created by game designers, you can direct the AI to create worlds, characters, and scenarios. Learn more... |
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Easily Make a Rug You can use practically any fabric and turn it into a non-slip area rug that matches your décor. There's no sewing need — just a glue gun. |
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Watermelon Décor Prepare for summer entertaining by making a watermelon garland with painted doilies and watermelon coasters from wood slices. |
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877-576-4599 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. |
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