Digital Citizenship & Internet Safety

The Digital World: Opportunities and Responsibilities

Technology has unleashed incredible potential for students to connect, create, and learn. However, navigating the online world comes with challenges like cyberbullying, screen time balance, digital footprint management, and misinformation.

Turning Challenges into Learning

We view these concerns as opportunities to teach digital citizenship – a critical skillset for today's students. Our schools are committed to fostering critical thinking and responsible technology use, empowering students to learn, create, and participate effectively.

Boerne ISD: A Safe and Secure Learning Environment

Boerne ISD prioritizes a safe computing environment for all students. We comply with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) by using web content filtering on student Chromebooks, even when taken home. But true protection goes beyond filtering. The most effective approach combines student knowledge with active parental involvement.

Empowering Students and Parents: A Shared Journey

We've compiled valuable online resources below to equip students with good digital citizenship habits and internet safety practices. Parents will also find resources to understand their role in fostering a safe and successful online experience for their children.

Cyberbullying: 

https://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying

Cyberbullying Research Center - How to Identify, Prevent, and Respond

Phishing:

How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams | Consumer Advice (ftc.gov)

https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/online-safety-basics/phishing/

Malware: 

https://www.avg.com/en/signal/what-is-malware

https://www.malwarebytes.com/malware/

Strong Passwords:

https://www.lastpass.com/password-strength-checker

https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/tips/ST04-002

Digital Citizenship:

https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship

https://www.digitalcitizenshipinstitute.com

• Definition and key components of digital citizenship

  • What is Digital Citizenship? (Common Sense Media) 

• Respectful and safe online interactions for children  

  • Q4 Getting Social - 5. Digital Footprint - 21 Things4Students - 21 Things 4 Students (remc.org)

• Responsible use of the internet and digital devices

  • The Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship: 

    • The Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship Your Students Need to Know

    • Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship   

9 Digital Citizenship Elements Progressions