Cyber Bullying Expert to host Workshop

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CYBER-BULLYING EXPERT TO HOST WORKSHOP
WHAT A Parent’s & Teacher’s Guide to Cyber-safety & Cyber-bullying Prevention workshop that addresses the who, what, where, why & how of families, technology and internet safety

42% of kids have been bullied while online.
1 in 4 has had it happen more than once.

Join Us & Learn:
A PARENT’S AND TEACHER’S GUIDE TO CYBER-SAFETY:
HOW TO NAVIGATE TODAY’S TECHNO-FEARS
Who, What, Where, Why & How of Families & Technology

Internet concerns
Spyware & Viruses
Cyber Bullying Prevention
Cell Phone Abuse
Dealing with social networking sites (i.e. MySpace)

Where (and when) to go for Help
Child-friendly sites
Software solutions
Cyber Etiquette
Immediate solutions you can take with you

Prevention = Communication + Education

Get FREE software and tools that you can use immediately with your family

WHEN

7:15-8:45 p.m
September 18, 2008

WHERE
Town & Country Public Library
320 E. North Street
Elburn, IL 60119
630-365-2244
Open to public; $5 donation suggested

WHO

Cyber-bullying Prevention & IT consultant Pete DuMelle, PD Design & IT Consulting
Key points:
New Illinois legislation introduced January 1, 2008 which requires school districts to create and implement policies and procedures that address bullying, including
42% of children have been bullied while online
35% of children report being threatened while online
Free software and software available