How do I protect my kid's privacy online?
There are two kinds of online privacy. Personal privacy refers to your kid's online reputation, and consumer privacy (also known as customer privacy) refers to the data companies can collect about your kid during an online interaction or transaction. Both are important, and a few simple steps can help parents and kids keep their private information private.
The first step is using strict privacy settings in apps and on websites. When you or your kid gets a new device or signs up for a new website or app, establish your privacy preferences. Follow the directions during initial set-up, or go to the section marked "privacy" or "settings" and opt out of things such as location sharing and the ability for the app or website to post to social media sites such as Facebook on your behalf. Encourage kids to read the fine print before checking a box or entering an email address. Although it might not be practical to read through every Terms of Service contract, it's good to remind kids to be aware of what information they're agreeing to share before they start using an app, a website, or a device.
Next, teach your kids always to consider the information they're potentially giving away when engaging online. For younger kids, define that information as address, phone number, and birth date. Make sure they understand the basics of good online behavior, too, including thinking about the impact of posting a photo or comment. Remind them that it's not always easy to take back something once it's online and that texts and photos can be forwarded to anyone.
Finally, there are some legal restrictions in place to help protect your kids' consumer privacy and insure they're using age-appropriate websites and apps. The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) prevents kid-targeted websites and apps from collecting data from kids younger than 13 without parental consent.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/privacy-and-internet-safety/how-do-i-protect-my-kids-privacy-online
Resource:https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
It was a busy week at Aldrin but the most excitement was when we celebrated the presentation of the Virginia Lottery Thank a Teacher Art Contest to our own Liza in 5th grade.
 The winner with her classmates.
 Fifth graders were so excited for Liza!
 Principal Wolfe lead fifth graders in a Question & Answer period to find out more about Liza and her love of Art.
"How long did it take you to complete the project?" "How did you think of the idea?" "How long have you loved art?" "Have you taken Art classes?"
 Three students in Mrs. Spizzirri's 2nd Grade Class were presented with Eagle Aards from Mr. Wolfe and Ms. Charlton for showing extraordinary kindness to others each and every day.
 A Grace Arts Lesson
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The Positivity Project Word
for the Week of March 25-29
is "Fairness"
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For more information about Fairness, see the Fairness Character Card at : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7uPo8G9U6FdR09pWXVrMGxXRXM/view There is a definition of Fairness, why it matters, and some quotes from famous people about Fairness.
Start a thought-provoking conversation with your child this coming week about Fairness.
Reminder from the PTA
Please register ASAP for the PTA's Spring Before/After School classes! Classes start March 25 and continue through May 24th. For questions about the many course offerings, please see the PTA web site at https://aldrin.ptboard.com/home
March 26 6th Grade Art Museum Field Trip
March 28 Forces and Motion Assemblies
March 29 PTA Observatory Night, 8-10 pm
March 30 All-County Chorus @ Hayfield Secondary
April 3 Career Day
April 5 Teacher Workday/Student Holiday
April 5 Kindergarten Registration/Orientation
April 6 14th Annual FCPS Special Education Conference
Supporting Inclusive Practices for Students with
Disabilities
April 8 3rd Grade Recorder Concert, 9:45 am in Cafe
April 9 Wordmasters
April 9 STEAM Night/Science Fair, 5:30 pm
April 11 AAP Orientation, 8:30 am in Room 113
April 11 Spring Picture Day -- and Classroom Groups
April 11 SCA Representatives Monthly Meeting
April 15-19 Spring Break--Main Office is Closed
April 23 Wordmasters
April 24 PM Preschool Field Trip to Zoofari
April 25-26 1st Grade Field Trip to Walker Nature Center
April 26 AM Preschool Field Trip to Zoofari
#OTHERPEOPLEMATTER
Twitter: @AldrinEagles
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