RNC Stress Importance of Online Safety

The RNC are reminding students, parents and guardians of the importance of online safety as the new school year approaches.

Police are reminding parents to teach responsible online behavior and set guidelines for their children.

This includes only using devices in common areas at home, knowing your children’s usernames and passwords, and regularly monitor their online activity. Additionally parents and guardians should set parental controls to reduce the risk of exposure to sexually explicit content, explain that pictures should only be exchanged with parental permission, discuss appropriate and inappropriate material and maintain open dialogue with your children.

Children should also know to never give out personal information without your permission and talk to your children about cyber bullying.