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CIS Digital Citizenship Week

Theme for 2024:

Digital Footprints - Cultivating a Culture of Positivity Online and Beyond

November 18-22, 2024

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What is Digital Citizenship?

staying safe
being responsible, �respectful, and inclusive
contributing positively

From the CIS ICT Technology Education and Integration Policy and Procedures

Digital citizenship at CIS refers to the responsible and ethical use of technology and digital resources in various online environments. It encompasses skills, knowledge, and attitudes that enable individuals to engage safely, respectfully, and productively in digital spaces.

Digital citizenship involves understanding and adhering to legal and ethical guidelines, critically evaluating digital content, maintaining personal privacy and security, and contributing positively to online communities.

It also involves promoting digital well-being, equity, and inclusivity, while actively participating in efforts to address societal challenges through technology.

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Source: Common Sense Media

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What is the goal of Digital Citizenship Week?

to learn more about digital citizenship
to raise awareness of it while having fun
to celebrate our community of CIS Digital Citizens

Check out the activities planned for the week ahead!

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Monday

Kick-Off & Intro to Whole Week Activities

November 18-22, 2024

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What is a Digital Footprint?

A Digital Footprint is the trail of information you leave when you use technology. It includes things like what you share, websites you visit, and how you behave online. It is permanent.

What kind of digital footprint are YOU leaving behind?

Click here for K-2 Lesson (15min)

Watch me!

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Pause & Think Online

Digital Trails

Who Are You Online?

The Power of Words

Now, choose at least one more to watch and discuss!

What is your digital footprint? What does it say about you? How does it affect others?

(Teachers, you can also choose to teach a short lesson on Digital Footprint & Identity)

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Grade 10

Curated Lives

Grade 11: Who’s Looking at Your Digital Footprint?

Grade 12

The Change You Want to See

Grade 7

The Power of Digital Footprints

Grade 8

Social Media & Digital Footprint

Grade 9

Protecting Online Reputations

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Week-long Activity #1: Positive Footprint Wall

This week, we’re creating a "Positive Footprint" wall to celebrate the positive impact we can make through our actions and words, both online and offline. Visit the black A-frame in the Main Lobby or ELC Lobby to add your message!

Instructions:

Think about your footprint: What do you want people to remember about you, based on your actions and words both online and offline?
Write your message: Complete the sentence, “I want the footprint I leave behind to show that I…”

How will you turn this into reality this week and beyond?

SENTENCE STARTER & EXAMPLES

I want the footprint I leave behind to show that…

I always choose kindness and supported others.
I helped others feel valued and bring joy to those around me both online and offline.
I inspired others to make a positive difference.
I created safe and welcoming spaces for everyone.
I encouraged others and looked for the good in everyone.
I shared knowledge and helped others grow.
I made a positive impact through kindness and empathy.
I embraced differences and promoted inclusivity.
I faced challenges with resilience and encouraged others to do the same.
I stood up for myself and others as an upstander.

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Week-long Activity #2: Find the Digital Citizens

Our six Digital Citizens are hiding around campus with secret messages! Can you find them all by the end of the week?�

Search for Characters: Find all of the Digital Citizens that show a word or phrase on their bodies. (Watch out, there are decoy characters with no writing on their bodies!)�
Solve the Puzzle: Collect all of the words or phrases. Unscramble them to form a sentence. �
Enter to Win: Drop your complete sentence in �the Media Center box with your name and grade.

What could be the hidden message?

Find us… but please don’t move us!

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Week-long Activity #3: Media Balance & Well-being

Practice managing your screen time and offline activities in a healthy way. Set limits and choose age-appropriate content. How does media affect�your emotions and relationships?

MHS

Upper ES

Lower ES

This week, put away your devices during break times, grab a friend, and complete a BINGO CARD instead!

What differences will you notice?

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Planning for the Week Ahead

Each day for the rest of this week, visit a new activity station to explore the Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship themes!

ES Students: Visit stations from 7:30-8:00 AM daily with your Homeroom class.
MHS Students: Visit stations any time throughout the week.

Share photos/videos of your station

activities on Padlet! �(Students, please check internal version for the link)

Station 1: Relationships and Communication

Practice asking for consent before sharing photos.

Station 2: Cyberbullying, Digital Drama, and Hate Speech

See the power of being an upstander and using kind words.

Station 3: News and Media Literacy

Spot the difference between real and fake news.

Station 4: Privacy and Security

Learn about protecting your personal info.

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Station 1

Relationships and Communication

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What is consent?4

Watch me first

and discuss

Why is it important to ask for consent before sharing online?

Think about how respecting others’ privacy builds trust in our online communities.

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Activity: Selfie with Consent

�Location: Anywhere and everywhere!

Activity:

Find someone at school and ask for their consent.�"May I take a selfie with you and post our photo on Padlet?"�
Post your selfie on Padlet with a short caption. �Example: "I got consent!" �
Bonus: Add a positive message to accompany your photo. Example: "_____ is an awesome person!"

Be prepared to answer the question: ‘How are YOU a Digital Citizen?’

ES Teachers, please help capture moments from each activity and student interviews!

The Dragons Media team will interview MHS. You can also interview each other!

We may feature your video clip at the ES Assembly and on social media.

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Station 2

Cyberbullying and Digital Drama

(Canteen Deck)

November 18-22, 2024

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What is an upstander?

Watch me first

and discuss

How can you be an upstander, both online and offline?

Why is it important?

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Upstander

Bystander

Source: The Responsive Counselor

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Activity: Be an Upstander

Location: Canteen Deck

Activity:

Think of a kind, inspiring message to promote positivity�and/or stop digital drama. �How can your words support someone today? What would you say to help someone feeling down?�
Write your message on the A-frame at the Canteen Deck.�
Record a 2-3 second video of your message on Padlet.

You’re awesome!

I really appreciate you!

You’re doing great!

Be prepared to answer the question: ‘How are YOU a Digital Citizen?’

ES Teachers, please help capture moments from each activity and student interviews!

The Dragons Media team will interview MHS. You can also interview each other!

We may feature your video clip at the ES Assembly and on social media.

We include everyone.

Stop, we don’t say that kind of thing here.

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Station 3

News and Media Literacy

(ELC Lobby)

November 18-22, 2024

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What is lateral reading?

Watch me first

and discuss

How can we use lateral reading to combat fake news?

How will you teach others about lateral reading?

Click here to see how CIS Digital Citizens use lateral reading (Source: Newsflash: November 2022)

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Activity: Lateral Read to ID Fake News

Location: ELC Lobby

Activity:

Look at news articles posted on the A-frame or online. Discuss with a friend whether you think they are real.�
Engage in lateral reading: Do a quick search online to see what other sources say about the news topic. �
On Padlet, share the clues that helped you spot the bias or fake news!

Be prepared to answer the question: ‘How are YOU a Digital Citizen?’

ES Teachers, please help capture moments from each activity and student interviews!

The Dragons Media team will interview MHS. You can also interview each other!

We may feature your video clip at the ES Assembly and on social media.

Tip: Check out Snopes.com fact checker!

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Station 4

Privacy and Security

(Media Center)

November 18-22, 2024

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What is phishing?

Watch me first

and discuss

How can you tell if the messages you receive are phishing attempts?

What are some things you do to be safe online?

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Activity: Find the Phish, Spot the Scam!4

Location: Media Center

Activity:

Inspect sample URLs, websites, and messages. �Which is real? Which is phishing? Which is a scam?�
Discuss with someone what makes it suspicious or trustworthy. How do you know? What are the clues?�
On Padlet, share ways you can identify phishing attempts and scams and protect yourself online.

Be prepared to answer the question: ‘How are YOU a Digital Citizen?’

ES Teachers, please help capture moments from each activity and student interviews!

The Dragons Media team will interview MHS. You can also interview each other!

We may feature your video clip at the ES Assembly and on social media.

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More Activities

Optional - Choose to dive deeper!

November 18-22, 2024

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3-Second Interview

How are YOU

a digital citizen?

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Thank you for participating,

CIS Digital Citizens!

November 18-22, 2024

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Family Resources

November 18-22, 2024

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Dear EY-G2 Families,

Click to read these tips in your home languages!

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