Building a Culture of Digital Citizenship for Administrators
Jennifer Ehehalt
Sr. Education Manager, Midwest
Common Sense Education
Jennifer Jennings
Growth Marketing Manager
Rise Vision
In just a few words, what does 'digital citizenship' mean to you? What words come to mind?
Our Approach
Mental health, digital wellbeing, cyberbullying, and social emotional learning are top of mind.
Not all tech is bad and there is no one size fits all approach.
Acknowledge the Complexity
Ensure youth are supported both at school and at home, through lessons and related family tips and activities.
Whole-Community Approach
Address Top Concerns
Guided by Research
Digital Media Landscape
There's a Smartphone in Almost Every Pocket
📱 Phone Ownership:
Age 10 - 42% of kids own a phone
Age 14 - Surges to a whopping 91%
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Constant Companion: A Week in the Life of a Young Person's Smartphone Use
Notifications are plentiful, with half of our participants receiving 237 or more per day.
Let’s Be Proactive!
Proactive Digital Wellness
Setting Class Norms and Connections
Resources: CASEL Framework and SEL in Digital Life Resource Center
K-5
Setting Class Norms and Connections
Resources: CASEL Framework and SEL in Digital Life Resource Center
6-12
K-12 Digital Citizenship Themes
Be Responsible: Quick Activities/lessons
Device Advice Lesson Collection
WATCH
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Student Handout
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Well-Being Lessons for High School
NEW!
Authenticity being myself, being genuine, knowing who I am | Balance being intentional about my time and focus | Connection building and keeping close relationships, being there for friends and family, making new friends | Emotional Health accepting myself for who I am, mental health, self-confidence | Gratitude appreciating the life and things I have |
Hard Work striving academically, taking steps toward my future career | Independence thinking for myself, making my own decisions | Justice standing up for what is right and fair | Kindness being considerate, helpful, and caring—to myself and others | Open-Mindedness willing to consider new ideas, listen to others, learn and grow |
Physical Health taking care of myself physically, including sleep, food, and movement | Presence being present in the moment, giving people my full attention | Privacy having boundaries, respecting others' boundaries, protecting myself | Spirituality leaning into my faith, spirituality, and/or enlightenment | What value would you add? |
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(ISTE, AASL, ELA and CASEL)
Where does it fit?
Engage Families
Family Tech Planners
How Digital Signage Can Support Digital Citizenship
5 Ways Digital Signage Can Support Your School’s Digital Citizenship Goals
Displaying the Digital Citizenship Pledge
Sharing Tips and Reminders
5 Ways Digital Signage Can Support Your School’s Digital Citizenship Goals
Advertising Student Workshops and Events
Sharing Success Stories
5 Ways Digital Signage Can Support Your School’s Digital Citizenship Goals
Promoting Digital Safety Campaigns
This #DigCitWeek, make students' mental health and digital well-being a priority.
Share your stories on social media: @CommonSenseEd #DigCitWeek
Show your community that your district is committed to teaching responsible, effective technology use.
Common Sense Recognized District, School & Educator
Q and A
jehehalt@commonsense.org
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