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Broward County Public Schools invites all parents and families to an engaging and informative Parent AI Symposium on Friday, June 5, 2026.

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Curriculum and Observances

These internet safety curricula support a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. We recommend selecting evidence-based or proven programs, though additional options are also provided to meet diverse classroom needs.

Internet Safety Curriculum

These observance days highlight key prevention-focused dates recognized by BCPS and around the world. Use them as opportunities to spark meaningful lessons, host school or community events, and keep momentum strong for prevention and intervention efforts all year long. They’re powerful tools to educate and inspire student action!

Internet Safety Observances

Parent Tools and Tips

As children grow, they explore and take risks. Risk taking provides young people with the opportunity to test their skills, abilities, and discover who they are. But, some risks can have harmful and long-lasting effects on their health and well-being. This is true for young people's online lives as well. Use the tools below to help support your child in leading a safer and more positive life online. Learn more about the importance of parental monitoring by reading the fact sheet, Monitoring Your Teen’s Activities: What Parents and Families Should Know.

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Technology Use Contracts

Find a media or device agreement that works for your family. These contracts set expectations and realistic rules to keep children safer while online, so they can make the most of their media and tech time.

Internet Safety and Social Networking Information

Cyberbullying Information

Sexting Information

Student Tools & Tips

Each of us must take an active role in keeping ourselves and our friends safer while online. Use the tools below to help make sure your online experience remains fun and respectful.

Internet Safety and Social Networking Information

Cyberbullying Information

Sexting Information

Sexting Advice for Teens

Educator Tools & Tips

Educators can play a key role in preventing and identifying online abuse between students. Use the tools below to learn more while you teach Internet safety curriculum to your students.

Internet Safety and Social Networking Information

Cyberbullying Information

Sexting Information

Sexting Research Summary for Parents and Educators

Learn about Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is willful and repeated harm inflicted through the medium of electronic text. Research has shown the damage caused by cyberbullying is just as severe as face-to-face bullying. People who cyberbully are able to invade every facet of their target's lives, 24/7, and this inability to escape it can be devastating.

Learn more about cyberbullying

Learn about The Dangers of Sexting

Sexting is when someone sends sexually explicit images of themselves or others via cell phone or computer.

Sex + Texting = Sexting

Under Florida law, sending or receiving a sexually explicit image of a minor can result in criminal charges against both the sender and receiver.

Additionally, did you know that “No cell phones with cameras and/or video recording devices are permitted in the locker room/restroom area” of ANY public restroom or place where there is the perception of privacy (locker-rooms, tanning booths, etc.)? Taking an image and transmitting it is a crime called 'Video Voyeurism' in the state of Florida.

Learn more about the dangers of sexting:

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More Internet Safety Resources & Links

Please Note: A program or website being mentioned here does not imply endorsement by BCPS and does not necessarily reflect its views. Contact the program developers directly for the most current information.

B4UClick aims to create a way to educate, communicate, and provide a method of reporting online abuse to children and adolescents.
The Chatting with Kids About Being Online guide and the student Heads Up Booklet come from NetCetera.
Childnet's mission is to work with others to help make the internet a great and safe place for children.
Common Sense Education provides numerous Family Tip Sheets for parents as well as lessons on online safety, cyber citizenship, and cyberbullying.
Connect Safely is a nonprofit website dedicated to educating users (students, parents, staff) on technology, safety, privacy, and security.
Cyberbullying Research Center provides the latest research on Internet safety as well as numerous resources for parents and students.
Cyber Tip Line is housed within the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s website and is the nation’s centralized reporting system for the online exploitation of children. The public and electronic service providers can make reports of suspected online enticement of children for sexual acts, child sexual molestation, child sexual abuse material, child sex tourism, child sex trafficking, unsolicited obscene materials sent to a child, misleading domain names, and misleading words or digital images on the internet.
The Family Online Safety Institute's Good Digital Parenting provides parents and caregivers with the tools they need to confidently navigate the online world with their families.
iKeepSafe.org teaches basic rules of Internet safety to children and parents.
InternetMatters.org provides expert support and practical tips to help children use technology and the internet safely and smartly.
Media Smarts is home to one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of digital and media literacy resources.
NetCetera offers free online safety resources for teachers, parents, and students. Resources include toolkits, presentations for parents or teachers, videos, as well as free booklets for distribution.
NetSmartz offers caregivers, students, and educators online resources for answering questions about Internet safety, computers, and the Web.
OnGuard Online provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help with Internet fraud, computer security, and protecting your personal information. It includes games, videos, and other resources.
SafeFlorida.net is a Florida website dedicated to fighting cybercrime and supporting cyber safety.
Sextortion: If you believe you’re a victim of sextortion or know someone else who is, call your local FBI office or toll-free at 1-800-CALL-FBI.
StopBullying.gov offers free information from various government agencies on what bullying and cyberbullying are, who is at risk, as well as how to prevent and respond to them.
Teachers' Essential Guide to Cyberbullying Prevention
Web Wise Kids is a national nonprofit organization that specializes in interactive computerized games on internet safety.

BCPS Social Media Use Guidelines

Per Policy 5306, Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) adheres to the belief that technology should play a vital role in meeting the needs of the broad range of abilities, cultural backgrounds, and ethnic populations represented in our district. To assure technology plays a prominent role while remaining safe and appropriate, BCPS has developed Social Media Use Guidelines to provide direction for employees, students, and the community when participating in online activities.

Find up to date user-friendly Social Media Guidelines flyers on the Code of Student Conduct webpage.

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