Waldwick Parent Academy - Twitter Workshop

The Waldwick School District is excited to introduce the first workshop from the Waldwick Parent Academy. This year we will be offering three different workshops on technology. The first workshop will revolve around Twitter, and will be offered twice on Wednesday, January 23rd. The first at 8:30am, and the second offering will be at 6:30pm. Mr. Carroll, Ms. Hummel, and Mr. Sussman will discuss how to create an account on Twitter, how to use this application, and how we are safely and successfully integrating Twitter into our schools. Participants will gain an understanding of how to connect with other users around the globe, as well as building their own Person Learning Network. Hope to see you there.

 Kevin Carroll HS Principal @WHS_Principal
 Ms. Hummel HS/MS Media Specialist @MzHumz
 Mr. Sussman Middle School Guidance Counselor @MrSussman

This mom gave her son an 18-point contract with his iPhone. Would you be tempted? - The Next Web

This mom gave her son an 18-point contract with his iPhone. Would you be tempted? - The Next Web:

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SAFEBOOK

I found the poster above  on EducationalTechnology.com.  It is a concise, easy way for our students to understand the dangers of Facebook, and tips for their privacy settings.     The minimum age to join Facebook now is only 13 years old.  Although that seems young, I am not foolish enough to believe there are not students on Facebook that are even younger.  At such a young age, our students may not understand the ramifications of their words and or actions on Facebook.  Please go through the above poster with them and don't be afraid to check their privacy settings to be certain that they are safe.

10 Questions About Kids & Gadgets

10 Questions About Kids and Gadgets

I have received a lot of phone calls this year from parents asking if it is necessary for their child to have an iPad, smart phone, or other gadgets at this age. I do not believe any of these devices are absolutely necessary, however, it truly depends on how your child plans to use the device. Does he or she need a brand new iPhone just to post to Facebook quicker? Probably not.  Read the above article....it offers ten quick questions to ask yourself before purchasing a new device.