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The time has come. Your kids are eager to join social media, and while it's natural to feel concerned, it's important to stay proactive. Most social media platforms require users to be 13 years old due to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). However, many kids join earlier, often with or without parental consent. If your kids are consulting you about their move into social media, congratulations! You've kept the lines of communication open. If not, it's never too late to get involved. Here are five strategies to ensure your kids' online safety: Communication: Keep talking to your kids about their online experiences. Create a Family Digital Contract: Set clear rules and expectations. Passwords: Teach them the importance of strong, unique passwords. Turn Privacy Settings On: Ensure their profiles are private and secure. Let's guide our children safely through their social media journey. #OnlineSafety #ParentingTips #SocialMediaSafety

How we can develop healthier relationship between kids, social media, and their parents and teachers? Join us for this virtual panel discussion how to best manage kids and their access to social media: https://bit.ly/4cLNgpC

The news cycle can feel overwhelming for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for children to navigate what they see on social media, or hear at school. Having open and honest conversations with children about what’s going on in the world can help them feel informed and listened to.💚 👉 Click through to read some of our tips on talking to children about the news. Leave a comment if you have any more advice to share. 🔗 Find more tips: https://bit.ly/42qiYVw

The noise of social media and constant opinions have us convinced we must be louder to be heard. But do we? Silence can be awkward. But deploying it effectively is a superpower. Here's how to ace the timing. https://lnkd.in/eNCq5Rv4

Curious on how to find and document worrisome content originating from your community? Join us on March 27 for our next Digital Threat Assessment® Training. In this session, you will learn how to establish a Digital Behavioral Baseline through a Safety/Threat Assessment lens. By engaging with popular social media applications, you will learn how to identify and document worrisome online behavior originating from your community. Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q02pR0c00

The noise of social media and constant opinions have us convinced we must be louder to be heard. But do we? Silence can be awkward. But deploying it effectively is a superpower. Here's how to ace the timing. https://lnkd.in/gqAgx9C7

New on the blog, learn how to get a handle on rogue school social media accounts run by parents, students, alumni, and other community members. Read more here: https://trst.in/erQkp6 #SchoolPR #PoweredByClassIntercom

Exciting News! Our CEO, Stephen Balkam, was recently featured on Local 3 News discussing a vital topic: navigating kids' screen time and social media use during the summer months. 🌻 In this piece, Stephen shares practical tips for families to manage digital habits and ensure a balanced summer. Don't miss out on his expert advice! Watch the full clip here: https://lnkd.in/epb53mbN

The noise of social media and constant opinions have us convinced we must be louder to be heard. But do we? Silence can be awkward. But deploying it effectively is a superpower. Here's how to ace the timing. https://lnkd.in/guZd6Vx4

The proof is in the pudding. 15K instagram profile insights in just 30 days! 🚀 The numbers don’t lie—consistent effort and strategy pay off. Ready to take your digital presence to the next level? Let’s make those numbers work for you! 📈