On Monday, March 1st, Doug Fodeman will provide all parents of students in Grades 5-8 an opportunity to learn about the world of Facebook. This program is essential for parents of students who currently have a Facebook account and for those who do not. Statistics tell us the vast majority of current ninth grade students use Facebook regularly. We estimate that 60-70% of our current eighth graders have a Facebook account.
Here are some of the topics that will be covered on March 1st:
• What are the realities for harassment and bullying through Facebook?
• Why is it difficult for younger teens to make healthy or appropriate choices and decisions when using Facebook?
• What are their risks and the impact in their lives?
• What do I need to understand to make an informed decision about my child's use of Facebook?
• What it is like to log into Facebook?
• Learn why Facebook really isn't private and learn who's looking.
• Learn about software to help you control or limit your child's use of Facebook.
