CYSD Digital Citizenship

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"Graph Search is currently rolling out and will soon be available to all users. You and your teens may not have access to it yet, but you should have it on your radar. Graph Search can be a fun way to pursue new hobbies or find friends with similar interests, but it also raises privacy concerns for users -- especially minors. Here are six things parents need to know about Graph Search"

"While 'the internet' and 'manners' don't tend to pop up in the same sentence very often (at least not in the positive sense), there are a number of ways that manners really do matter when you're interacting online. But since today is Mother's Day (LOVE YOU, MOM!), we thought it would be good to remind you of all of those important manners your mom told you about oh-so-long ago. This handy infographic takes a look at digital citizenship tips as well as some of the more common do's and dont's to keep your manners shined and spiffy on the 'net. And don't forget to call Mom today!"

"Having a family agreement or set of ground rules for using social networks is a good idea. It's a great way for parents and kids to work together on how to be safe, wise and responsible online. Here are some ideas"

by Joellen Killion, Deputy Executive Director