Technology is an increasingly important tool for teaching and learning.  Schools and families must work together to help children learn to use technology safely and respectfully.  Everyone has an essential role to play in keeping children safe and secure while online. 

There are laws that protect students' safety and privacy when using the internet. 

• The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires schools to protect students’ privacy and safety online at school.

• The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires schools to block or filter internet access on school computers to pictures that are inappropriate for minors.

• The Dignity for All Students Act (The Dignity Act) forbids discrimination or harassment, including bullying, taunting or intimidation. This includes cyberbullying, which is bullying through any form of electronics, including social media, email, and text messaging. Schools also must provide instruction in safe, responsible use of the Internet and electronic communications.

For more Internet safety resources from the state education department, click here.