Knowledge Opportunities
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The Central Nebraska Council on Alcoholism and Addictions offer a variety of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana education classes! All of which are available in Grand Island for both youth and adults. Sometimes the classes fill up quickly so register early!
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Social Media Resources
In today's society, social media is the most efficient way to stay connected. The many platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, allow users to get a peek into others' lives through written pieces as well as pictures. Social media applications (apps) can also be used to encourage online learning for students in schools. However, there are downsides to technology and how it is used amongst teenagers today.The best course of action is to have a conversation with your children and about their safety online and be in the know of their app usage and purposes. It would also be beneficial to set guidelines for their role online and privacy settings to prevent concerns from arising in the future. The apps are readily available on all smartphones and can pose an issue for students' self-esteem and their image to people who come in contact with them, both personally and online. Here are some resources about apps that are out there and why it is important to stay connected in a safe and smart way:
"The 12 Apps That Every Parent of a Teen Should Know About"
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/the-12-apps-that-every-parent-of-a-teen-should-know-about_us_56c34e49e4b0c3c55052a6ba
"Apps Stirring Up Trouble in Schools"
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/apps-stirring-up-trouble-in-schools
The Smart Girl Society
https://www.smartgirlsociety.org/resources/parents
-Offers videos and explanations of popular apps and the opportunity to ask questions about each app
"The 12 Apps That Every Parent of a Teen Should Know About"
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/the-12-apps-that-every-parent-of-a-teen-should-know-about_us_56c34e49e4b0c3c55052a6ba
"Apps Stirring Up Trouble in Schools"
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/apps-stirring-up-trouble-in-schools
The Smart Girl Society
https://www.smartgirlsociety.org/resources/parents
-Offers videos and explanations of popular apps and the opportunity to ask questions about each app
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https://www.wheelsforwishes.org/nebraska/
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https://www.setmefreeproject.net/webinars Stephanie Olson Chief Executive Officer The Set Me Free Project www.setmefreeproject.net (402) 521-3080 ext. 502 |