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Digital Safety

Stay safe, smart, and secure online

40-50 minutes
Interactive Learning
Certificate Included

Why Is Digital Safety Important?

The internet is an amazing place, but it also has risks. Just like you learn to look both ways before crossing the street, you need to learn how to stay safe online. Your digital safety protects you, your information, and your future!

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๐Ÿ”’ Protect Your Info

Learn what personal information should never be shared online

2

๐Ÿ’ช Strong Passwords

Create powerful passwords that keep your accounts secure

3

๐Ÿšจ Spot Dangers

Recognize scams, red flags, and online threats

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๐ŸŽฎ Safe Gaming

Use privacy settings and stay safe on social media and games

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Activity 1: What Should You NEVER Share Online?

Learn the difference between private and shareable information

Instructions: Mark each piece of information as PRIVATE (never share) or OK TO SHARE. Think carefully about each one!

Your full name

Your home address

Your school name

Your password

Your favorite color or hobby

Your phone number

๐Ÿšจ NEVER Share These:

  • Full name, address, or phone number
  • School name or location details
  • Passwords or login information
  • Parents' names or work information
  • Photos that show where you live or go to school
  • Your schedule or where you'll be
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Activity 2: Creating Strong Passwords

Your passwords are your first line of defense!

Instructions: Test your password knowledge, then create your own strong password formula.

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๐Ÿ’ก Strong Password Rules:

โœ“ At least 12 characters long
โœ“ Mix of UPPER and lowercase letters
โœ“ Include numbers (0-9)
โœ“ Add special characters (!@#$%)
โœ“ Avoid personal info (birthday, name, pet)
โœ“ Don't use the same password everywhere

Create Your Own Strong Password Formula:

Use something memorable but unique to you
This creates a strong, memorable password!
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Activity 3: Spot the Red Flags

Learn to recognize when something online isn't safe

Instructions: Identify whether each situation is SAFE or DANGEROUS. Trust your instincts!

A stranger online asks for your address

An email says "YOU WON $1000! Click here NOW!"

A pop-up says your computer has a virus and to call a number

Someone you only know online wants to meet you in person

What Should You Do?

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Activity 4: Gaming and Social Media Safety

Have fun online while staying smart and safe

Instructions: Check all the safe practices you'll follow. These are your safety commitments!

My Personal Safety Plan:

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Activity 5: Your Digital Safety Action Plan

Know exactly what to do if something goes wrong

Instructions: Learn the 4-step emergency response, then create your personal contact list.
1

STOP

Don't respond. Don't engage. Don't delete evidence.

2

SCREENSHOT

Save evidence of what happened.

3

TELL

Tell a trusted adult immediatelyโ€”it's not tattling!

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BLOCK & REPORT

Block the person and report to the platform.

My Emergency Contacts:

๐Ÿ“ž Important Resources:

  • Parent/Guardian: Your first line of support
  • School Counselor: For bullying or harassment
  • Local Police: For serious threats or dangers
  • CyberTipline: Report exploitation (cybertipline.org)

Your Reflection

Think deeply about your digital safety journey:

Key Takeaways

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Guard Your Info

Never share personal information with strangers online.

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Strong Passwords

Use long, complex, unique passwords for each account.

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Spot Red Flags

If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!

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Privacy Settings

Use privacy controls on all apps and games.

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Tell an Adult

When something feels wrong, speak up immediately.

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Stay Alert

Think before you click, share, or post anything.

Certificate of Completion

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This certifies that

Participant

has successfully completed

Digital Safety Workshop

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