Digital Citizenship and Safety
In accordance to Board Policy 3225/4312/7320, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools provides digital citizenship lessons through collaborations between Classroom Teachers, Librarians and Instructional Technology Facilitators using the Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship curriculum and lessons, Brainpop, Netsmartz, and additional resources developed at each school.
We believe that all students must be trained about responsible online decision making and behaviors throughout their educational experiences. Such training includes topics such as:
- Self-Image and Identity
- Relationships and communication
- Digital Footprint and Reputation
- Cyberbullying and Digital Drama
- Information Literacy
- Internet Safety
- Privacy and Security
- Creative Credit and Copyright
Parent Resources
As a parent or guardian, we welcome you to support our digital citizenship efforts by becoming familiar with and using the resources below:
Internet Safety
- Netsmartz Tip Sheet - Internet Safety At Home (English and Español)
- Online Safety Information for Children and Teens
- Stop.Think.Connect: Chatting with Kids About Being Online (Book/PDF)
- Chapel Hill Police Internet Safety Night Resources
Digital Well-being
- Digital Well-being Is Common Sense
- Common Sense Media - Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between | Consejos sobre medios y technolgîa para tu familia (Español)
- Digital Media Tips for Children with Special Needs
- Family Tech Planners (English and Español)
Cyberbullying
Data Privacy
A Parent's Guide to Student Data Privacy
Stay Safe Online (National Cyber Security Alliance)