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Cyber Chip

Chino Troop 201�by John McKenzie

Introduction

Cyber Chip Requirements for Grades 6-8

• Read and sign the Level II Internet Safety Pledge from NetSmartz. (BSA Cyber Chip green card)
• Write and sign a personalized contract with your parent or guardian that outlines rules for using the computer and mobile devices, including what you can download, what you can post, and consequences for inappropriate use.
• Watch the video “Friend or Fake,” along with two additional videos of your choosing, to see how friends can help each other to stay safe online. (www.netsmartz.org/scouting )
• As a patrol, use the EDGE method and mini lessons to teach Internet safety rules, behavior, and “netiquette” to your troop . You are encouraged to use any additional material and information you have researched. Each member of the patrol must have a role and present part of the lesson. (www.netsmartz.org/scouting )

Discuss with your unit leader the acceptable standards and practices for using allowed electronic devices, such as phones and games, at your meetings and other Scouting events

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The Scout Law & Cybersafety/Cyberbullying

• Trustworthy. Be truthful with others online, and be very careful of the information you share. Do the right thing when sharing other people’s words or pictures. Make sure you have the owner’s permission before using them.
• Loyal. Share information about others only if you have their permission to share it. Uphold appropriate agreements you make with friends when you play games with them.
• Helpful. Alert others to scams, cheats, and suspicious sites. Point them to reliable and accurate sources of information. Encourage people to report bad behavior online.
• Friendly. Reach out to support others who are doing good things, like posting quality creative works. Support those who are bullied.
• Courteous. Be polite and respectful. When you use other people’s work, be sure to ask permission when necessary, follow fair use standards, and give credit to the people who created and own the work.
• Kind. Treat people with respect when you are on social networks, playing games, talking or texting on a cellphone, or in other digital activities.

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The Scout Law & Cybersafety/Cyberbullying

Obedient. When using digital devices, follow the rules set by your parents/guardians, teachers, and Scout leaders. Abide by the rules established by sites, services, devices, and games.

Cheerful. Use games, messaging tools, and social forums to build your relationships with others while having fun.

Thrifty. Be a smart consumer. Know your voice, text, and data plans and use them wisely. Be sure to study digital devices and services you want. Before buying them, make sure you’re not overspending on functions and features you won’t need. Be careful not to run up charges on apps and sites.

Brave. Stand up for what is right. Do not participate in mocking and bullying others, even if your friends are doing it. Report suspected abuse to a trusted adult, like your parent or leader; call 911 or call the Cyber Tip line at 1-800-843-5678. If the incident involves any part of the Scouting program, call your council Scout executive immediately or email youth.protection@scouting.org.

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The Scout Law & Cybersafety/Cyberbullying

Clean. Use clean language and discuss only appropriate topics when using digital devices to communicate with others.

Reverent. Respect the feelings of other people. Do not use digital devices to spread irreverent ideas

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Remember that life is a balance. In Scouting, we focus on a balanced life through

our aims: character, physical fitness, and citizenship.

Technology is a tool to help us. It is not there to take the place of family, friends, the Scout Law, and staying physically fit. Stay ScoutSTRONG!

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Making Safer Choices Online - Videos

Friend or Fake?

Terrible Text

Profile Penalty

Friend or Fake? - Video

• Remember that not everyone you meet online is trustworthy.
• No one that you meet online should ask you to keep secrets from your trusted adults.
• Ask a trusted adult before sharing personal information with an online friend.
• Be suspicious if an online “friend” tries to turn you against your friends and family.
• Don’t accept gifts from people that you meet online.
• A real friend, whether you’ve met them in real life or online, won’t pressure you into doing anything that makes you uncomfortable.
• Report anyone who sends you or asks you to send inappropriate messages and photos.
• Be a good friend: talk to a trusted adult if someone you know is planning to meet offline.
• If someone asks you to meet offline, tell a trusted adult immediately.
• Don’t respond to people asking you for personal or inappropriate information.

Terrible Text - Video

• Never respond to harassing or rude comments.
• Save or print the evidence.
• Talk to your parents or guardian if you are harassed; get help reporting this to your ISP, school, or local law enforcement.
• Respect others online.
• Only share your password with your parent or guardian.
• Change your passwords often.
• Password protect your cell phone.
• Use privacy settings to block unwanted messages.
• Think before posting or sending photos – they could be used to hurt you.
• Contact the site administrator if someone creates a social networking page in your name.

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Profile Penalty - Video

Everything on your profile represents who you are. What does yours say about you?

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• Stay in control of your online reputation!
• Don’t post information, photos, or videos you might regret later.
• Think about your online image (Who will see this? What will they think?)
• Use privacy settings to limit access to your page; don’t let anyone – not predators or cyberbullies - gain access to information that’s yours.
• Remember that online choices have offline consequences and in some cases, legal implications.
• Consider how fast information and images get forwarded to people beyond your group of friends via texting, IM, and e-mail – especially sexually explicit ones.

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Activities - Mini Lessions

Can the internet be safe?

DO NOT = Don’t

Don’t Give:

Passwords

Location

School

Address

Phone number

Don’t:

Prank

Swear

Threaten

Vandalize

Hate

Gossip / Rumors

Be a Victim

Parents - What can you do?

• Establish expectations for online behavior
• Set consequences for inappropriate posts
• Talk about appropriate usernames
• Review comments and pictures
• Talk about what their friends are posting
• Save evidence
• Report it!
• Model good online behavior