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Parent Technology Help

Welcome parents!   

We are here to support the growth of our students and you.  This page will host helpful tips and instructions for supporting your child and the technology they use. 
 

Common Sense Media's Parent Concerns Site

Have a question or digital dilemma?  Here you will find age-appropriate guidelines for your family plus videos and articles to help with the tough conversations. 

Common Sense Media's Digital Glossary

Don't know a meme from a hashtag?  Feel like a yokel every time you read YOLO?  Common Sense Media's Digital Glossary has you covered!

How to Share a Big File

This video will show you how to compress large files so you can share them with others. 

How to Resize a Picture

This video will show you how to resize a picture.

How to Know if an Email is Real

This video will help you decide if an email is real. 

How to Shorten a URL

This video will show you how to shorten a URL.

How to Make Bookmarks

This video will walk you through the creation of bookmarks. 

Creating a Strong Password

This video will walk you through how to create a strong password.

How to Take a Screenshot on your Computer

This video will walk you through taking a screenshot.

Internet Safety Tips for Elementary Kids

Parents, this is a great way for you to discuss internet safety with your youngster.

Internet Safety Tips for Middle School Kids

Parents, this is a great way to strike up discussion about staying safe when online.

K9 Web Browser for iPad

Help your child surf the web safely on their device. 

K9 Web Browser for Android

Help your child surf the web safely on their device. 

Gear Up Student iPad Pledge

This is the iPad pledge all Gear Up grant class members sign.

Technology Acceptable Use Policy

This is the policy all students and parents sign in order to use district technology resources. 

Technology Tips for Parents

This article has some great tips for helping parents become tech savvy.