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Curriculum  Resources For Parents
 
Curriculum Resources For ParentsOverview
The partnership between parents, schools and the community is a crucial component in helping all students become successful, contributing members of society.  As a school, we are continually looking for ways to assist parents in their role as their child’s primary teacher.  The resources on this page  are provided as tools for parents and community members.  Please check back frequently as items will be added on a regular basis. 
 
If you have any questions or comments, please email Joe McFarland, Assistant to the Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction.
 
 
Internet Safety 
A free resource related to bullying/cyberbullying and digital citizenship.
•  NetSmart
This is a website where parents can “ask an expert” any question about stuff your kids are doing but you may not understand.
•  YouTube FacebookSeems like everyone is on Facebook.  Here’s a video with tips for parents.
•  WebWiseKidsSome good tips for parents on topics that you can talk about with your child.
•  WiredKidsA list of quick tips for parents.  An easy read with good advice.
•  MicrosoftSafetyMicrosoft has a few things to say about Internet Safety
•  FBIThe FBI has an open letter to parents here, along with some safety tips.
•  AThinLineMTV developed this web page which provides a video and some good insight for middle school and high school students experiences with technology.
•  OnGuardOnlineThis is printable booklet for parents about Internet Safety.  It is from a website that the Federal Trade Commission maintains.
•  BeNetSavvyThe content of this website is updated from time to time.  Topics are nicely arranged and easy to read for parents.
•  InternetSafety101A website that provides videos and information for parents on the latest about Internet Safety

•  Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying

A Parents' Guide to Facebook

Free Technology for Teachers: Connect Safely - A Parents' Guide to Facebook

 
21st Century Learning Skills
 
Teen Health
  Livestrong
•  KidsHealth
 
Kids Health

•  Kids Health from Nemours

•  Rad Kids Personal Empowerment Safety Education
 
Parents
 

Typing Directory

• www.freetypinggame.net

www.typingweb.com/tutor/
www.doorwayonline.org.uk/texttype.html
• www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/
• www.sense-lang.org/typing/tutor/index.php?lang=EN
• http://freetypinggame.net/free-typing-lesson.asp

• http://typomania.byethost6.com/

Keyboarding Resources for Your Computer