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Establishing Safe, Caring, & Respectful Digital Communities

Dear Ferris Families,
 
We would like to notify you of an opportunity to view a presentation focused on Online Safety.
This ZOOM presentation is put on by ERASE: Safer Schools Together. It is a follow up to a presentation viewed by our grade 5-7 students in class this week.
 
The presentation is on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30-7:30pm, and you must register online HERE.
We think this is an excellent opportunity for families and students to learn even more about online safety.
Please see the event information below.
 
Establishing Safe, Caring, & Respectful Digital Communities
Everyone Welcome!
Recommended for Parents/Caregivers/Grandparents and youth aged 10 and up as a way to facilitate the conversation of safe and caring use of technology at home and in the community. (60 minute session)
This session covers all things digital, from how to be a good digital citizen, the criminal consequences of cyberbullying, and how to report and receive support in cases of sexting/sextortion.
Some of the most prominent concerns currently surrounding use of social media platforms, smartphones, and artificial intelligence will be discussed.
Families will learn:
  • Digital media habits, oversharing, and digital addiction
  • The permanence of online posts/activity
  • The significance of your digital tattoo in how others perceive you (e.g., sports teams, college admissions, and potential employers)
  • The importance of caring for peers both online and offline
  • Geo-locational settings and the dangers of social media and cell phone misuse
  • The social and legal consequences of cyberbullying behaviour as well as possession and distribution of intimate images (sexting and sextortion)
  • An anonymous student reporting tool that can help you and your friends stay safe both online and offline
Updated: Wednesday, April 29, 2026