A Parent’s Guide to Raising Digitally Responsible Youth

The team at Safer Schools Together created this parent guide to help introduce the primary social media platforms and games that are either already being used or have the potential to be used by children. 

Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media is a website that rates books, movies, TV shows, podcasts and more so parents/guardians can feel more comfortable about entertainment choices for their children. 

On November 1, 2022, Lakeville Area Schools hosted an event for parents and guardians called From Daily Apps to Dangerous Consequences. Experts talked about what kids may be encountering online, current trends, concerning apps and platforms and recommendations for family rules. The program concluded with panel discussion of experts from Lakeville Area Schools, Lakeville Police Department, and the Dakota County Sheriff's Office.

Please watch two recordings from the event's opening introduction and the panel discussion with experts as well as a video presentation from Safer Schools that reflects what was shared at the event.

Please note, these recordings are intended for parents/guardians only.

Program Introduction

Safer Schools Presentation

Watch the Safer Schools Together portion of the Daily Apps to Dangerous Consequences event.

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Panel Discussion with Experts

In continued alignment with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA), Lakeville Area Schools has adopted an updated digital safety management tool called Gaggle to proactively protect students and ensure they are safely and correctly using school-provided digital tools. 

Gaggle monitors and flags district-issued email and G Suite for Education accounts and alerts school officials when concerning content is detected, including self-harm, depression, thoughts of suicide, substance use, cyberbullying, credible threats of violence, or other concerning situations. 

Learn more about Gaggle.

Lakeville Area Schools is committed to the safety of our students, staff and community. This includes creating an inclusive and positive climate in all district buildings, where all students feel comfortable, safe and ready to learn. Part of this is staying aware of what’s happening in our schools and facilities.to the safety of our students, staff and community. If you see something, say something. We always encourage our community to share and report concerns directly with school leaders. 

The district also provides an anonymous tip reporting tool called P3 Campus. This tool enables students, staff, parents/guardians and community members to anonymously report student bullying, behavior and safety concerns 24/7, without fear of retribution. P3 also allows individuals who submit tips to have anonymous two-way communications with counselors, administrators and safety personnel. You can submit an anonymous tip using P3 Campus, one of the many safety measures in place to keep our schools safe. Learn more about how to submit tips on our Anonymous Tip Reporting webpage.