Technology Resources for Parents & Students
The internet is a powerful tool, but like any tool, it can be misused. Partnering together, we can empower our students to use it safely and responsibly.
Student Flex Learning Day Help Ticket
If students need technical support durin a Flex Learning Day, they should complete this Google Form. IT Staff and Media Center Staff will be notified.
Directions on how to set up parent access to your students' couses in Schoology.
FTC - Online Privacy and Security
Understanding online privacy, how to protect your devices from hackers and threats, and how to avoid common online scams.
Stay Safe Online - Online Safety & Privacy Basics
Information on online safety and privacy from the National Cybersecurity Alliance.
Secure Our World
Department of Homeland Security site that includes quick lessons, facts, common scams, and other useful security information.
Common Sense Media's Parent Resources
This Common Sense Media article shares tips for parents related to limiting kids' computer, TV, game, and movie time.
8 Common-Sense Tips to Keep Your Smartphone Secure
In this quick article, Verizon shares eight tips to boost the security of your smartphone and what you store on it.
Google Alerts
Parents, it may be a good idea to set up Google Alerts for each member of your family. If you set up a Google Alert, you will receive emails with information that appears about you online.
How to talk to your teen about AI
The article encourages parents to initiate thoughtful conversations with their teens about the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence in order to foster mutual understanding of this new technology.
GenAI for kids: How to explain it to young kids, preteens and teens
This article shares tips for explaining artificial intelligence to your kids - even if you aren't an expert.
2022 MN Student Data Privacy Law
Watertown-Mayer Public Schools uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning. Technology vendors and software are utilized to support work as we help all students develop the skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world.
We have an inventory of our curriculum, testing, and assessment tools available. This list includes the software name, student data elements used, and links to privacy policies. This list is maintained and communicated to all families at the start of the school year.
This list is no longer published on our website. Parents may request to view this list via email.
Please reach out to Brittany Misuraca, District Technology Integrationist, with questions regarding specific digital tools or to request to view this list.