NET SAFER

for PARENTS

	Keep the computer in the family room or another open area of your home.
	Post clear, simple, easy-to-read house rules on or near the monitor. Create your own computer rules or print the Internet safety pledge. Grades K-2-Grades 3-6-Middle-High School
	Internet accounts should be in the parent's name with parents having the primary screen name, controlling passwords, and using blocking and/or filtering devices.
	Prevent unnecessary risk or harm by never disclosing personal information. Tell your kids what could happen when a stranger obtains your personal information.
	Tell your kids NEVER to arrange any personal meetings.
	Limit your kids online time.
	Use Internet filters and blocking programs to block access to sites, words, or images that contain sexual content, graphic violence, criminal activity, alcohol and tobacco references, and bigotry or so-called “hate” websites.
	Remind your kids that they should always talk to you about things they are uncomfortable with.
	Never download or send files unless Mom and Dad say it’s OK.
	Tell your kids that if they don’t like what somebody says or if it’s mean, don't respond to that person and tell Mom or Dad.