Internet Security
In our Schools and at Home

Governor M. Jodi Rell has urged all Connecticut residents to take steps to protect themselves from online dangers and threats.
Click HERE to view the new State of Connecticut Cyber-Security Awareness links! and 30 Ways to Stay Safe Online

As more children connect to the Internet at home and at school, they must learn to be street smart- even on electronic highways. One of the biggest challenges to online safety for children is the "cybergap" that often exists between children and adults. Even technologically savvy parents and teachers are facing the challenges of dealing with children whose computer skills and capabilities have surpassed their own.

Below are a list of resources for educators and parents to learn more about Internet Safety and to share that learning with children:

CHAT DANGER http://www.chatdanger.com/ a site all about the potential dangers on interactive services online like chat, IM, online games, email and on mobiles.	OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against internet fraud.	i-SAFE America Inc. is the worldwide leader in the Internet safety education. Founded in 1998 and endorsed by the U.S. Congress, i-SAFE is a non-profit foundation dedicated to protecting the online experiences of youth everywhere.
CyberNetiquette Comix http://disney.go.com/cybersafety/ Welcome to CyberNetiquette Comix by Disney, an entertaining, interactive way for families to learn valuable lessons about online safety. Join classic Disney characters for adventure, fun, and online awareness tips. We encourage parents and children to enjoy and discuss these interactive fables together.		Internet Awareness for Parent and Schools and Wired Safety A document for educators and parents, developed by detectives who specialize in Internet crimes. Microsoft worked with the Naperville Police Department to develop Safekids so these important tools would be free, and readily available, to anyone wishing to take advantage of them.
Get Net Wise http://www.getnetwise.org/ The Internet offers kids many opportunities for learning, constructive entertainment, and personal growth. At the same time, parents are concerned about the risks kids face online. The challenge for parents is to educate themselves and their children about how to use the Internet safely. GetNetWise can help.		Kidz Privacy http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/edcams/kidzprivacy/ Educates kids, parents, and businesses about the privacy rights of children online. From the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. Stay Safe Online http://www.staysafeonline.info/ A CALL TO ACTION: BE A CYBER SECURE CITIZEN!
Desktop Security Software for Home Use: Cyber Patrol - http://www.cyberpatrol.com/ Cyber Sentinal - http://www.securitysoft.com/cyber_sentinel.html CyberSitter - http://www.solidoak.com Cyber Snoop - http://www.cyber-snoop.com/index.html Net Nanny - http://www.netnanny.com

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