Making Good Choices
with Technology π
π Learn
π¨ Create
π‘οΈ Be Safe
π Be Kind
Why Are We Learning This?
Utah State Board Rule
π± Use Safely
We protect ourselves and our school devices.
π« Follow Rules
We follow classroom guidelines for our technology.
π Kind Choices
We always speak nicely and share nicely with others.
What Is a Device?
There are many different types! π»
π» Computer
Laptops and desktop computers at school help us type, research, and learn!
π± Tablet
Tablets let us draw, read digital books, and play learning games with our fingers.
π Phone
Phones are small portable devices that can call, message, and run educational apps.
β Smartwatch
A smartwatch is worn on the wrist to check the time, track activity, and send quick notes.
Technology Helps Us Learn
We can do so many amazing things! π
π Read & Create
𧩠Practice & Solve
π€ Work Together
We collaborate on digital projects and help our friends learn new things!
π‘ Create New Things
We make art, type exciting stories, and design creative presentations.
π Build Skills
By practicing every day, we become smart, confident, and safe digital learners!
The School Internet Helps Protect Us
We stay safe while we learn and explore! π
π Connected to Learning
Our school internet connects us to amazing lessons, fun educational games, and neat research tools!
π‘οΈ Filters Block Danger
A smart, invisible filter works in the background to automatically block unsafe, scary, or distracting things.
π Make Safe Choices
Even with filters, we always make smart choices by only visiting safe websites and telling a teacher if we see something weird.
Be a Good Digital Citizen
Let's practice safe, kind, and responsible habits online! π
π‘οΈ Be Safe
Keep secrets private, only visit approved websites, and ask trusted adults for help!
π Be Kind
Use friendly words, share materials happily, and support peers as they learn!
β‘ Be Responsible
Log off when finished, take great care of school devices, and balance screen time!
Keep Private Things Private
Ask an adult when you are unsure. π€
π Keep Secret
Never share your password! Keep it locked up and only tell your parents or teacher.
π Home Details
Do not tell anyone your address or location! Keep your home details private.
π Personal Safety
Do not share your phone number or private pictures with anyone online!
Use Your Own Account
Keep your digital space safe, secure, and uniquely yours! π
π€ My Account
Use only your account! Never log in as anyone else, and keep your personal dashboard safe.
π Keep Secret
Keep your password secret! A strong password is like a magical key that only you should hold.
πͺ Sign Out
Sign out when you are done! Always log off to make sure your games, files, and settings stay completely safe.
Use Technology for Learning
Always use your school devices in a smart and helpful way! π»
π©βπ« Listen to your teacher and follow directions.
π― Stay focused on your active learning activity.
π οΈ Only use the approved tools given to you.
π Always ask an adult before downloading.
Be Kind Online
Make the internet a happy and friendly place for everyone! π
π¬ Use kind words to lift others up.
π Do not tease, scare, or embarrass someone.
π£οΈ Tell an adult if something is unkind.
Take Care of School Devices
Keep our class technology safe, clean, and ready to use! π»
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Use clean and dry hands.
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Carry your devices carefully with two hands.
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Keep all food and drinks far away.
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Tell an adult right away if it gets broken.
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Return devices to their right place when asked.
Our Schoolβs Device Rules
Let's learn how we use our technology safely and responsibly! π±
At our school:
β’ Phones and watches: [Add school rule]
β’ Personal devices: [Add school rule]
β’ During tests: [Add school rule]
β’ If a device is used incorrectly: [Add school procedure]
π‘ Teachers: Double-click any of the bracketed text above to customize with your own classroom guidelines!
What Happens If a Rule Is Broken?
An adult will help you fix the problem. π€
You may:
β’ Get a reminder: A friendly helper will remind you of the rule.
β’ Tell your family: Share what happened with someone at home.
β’ Take a break: Put the device away and do a different activity.
β’ Fair consequence: Work with your teacher to make things right.
π‘ Remember: Rules keep us safe and help us learn together!
Stop. Close. Tell.
If something feels wrong, follow these simple steps! π¨
1. Stop.
Freeze and take a moment if something looks wrong.
2. Close It.
Shut the screen or close the app right away.
3. Tell an Adult.
Share what happened with a teacher or parent.
π‘ Remember: Telling a trusted adult is always the right thing to do! We are here to help you stay safe. π€
What Would You Do?
Let's think about how to solve these technology situations! π€
Imagine these situations:
β’ A friend asks for your password: Do we share or keep it secret?
β’ A surprising picture appears: What is the safest thing to do?
β’ Someone sends an unkind message: How should we react?
What should you do? Who can help?
π‘ Hint: Remember our "Stop, Close, Tell" steps!
What's the right choice?
Think Before You Tap!
Let's always use technology safely, kindly, and responsibly! π
Before you click or tap:
π’ Is it safe? Check that it's a trusted space.
π Is it kind? Use helpful and encouraging words.
π Is it for learning? Keep focused on our school goals.
π‘ Not sure? Ask a teacher or parent for help! π€