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We might not want to think about our kids dealing with creepy people online. But for many parents, it's the scariest thing about our kids' digital lives. Use this script to kick off a conversation with your kid.
The varsity and JV softball games scheduled for Saturday March 26th at Olympia vs Metamora and Lincoln are cancelled.
The varsity and JV baseball games scheduled against Pekin for today March 25th have been cancelled.
The varsity baseball game scheduled for today March 24th vs Clinton at Olympia is cancelled.
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Do you need parental controls? What are the options? Do they really work? Here's everything you need to know about the wide array of parental control solutions, from OS settings to monitoring apps to network hardware.
The varsity baseball game scheduled for today March 22nd at Washington is cancelled.
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Today's kids spend lots of time posting and sharing information online. Learn five surefire ways to protect their privacy.
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Kids love YouTube. Whether they're watching funny videos, learning cool stuff, or uploading their own creations, they can stay busy on the popular channel. But not everything about YouTube is fun and games. Discover five ways to make YouTube safer for kids.
The cancelled track practice for today, referred to in the previous post, is middle school track. Middle School track practice is cancelled for today.
Family Tip 4: Understand how tech companies make money.
Along with your tween and teen, research how social media platforms and apps/games get paid. Do they sell ads? Do they sell kids' data? What steps can you take to limit the data you share while still using the platforms?
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Evaluate some sample passwords, and then create some strong passwords with your family.
Lisa Kuhlman, CEO Facilitator, met with Olympia High School students today to talk about the Land of Lincoln CEO program. The CEO program is now accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year. For more information and to apply, check out https://www.landoflincolnceo.com/
Family Tip 3: Discuss online scams, clickbait, and "special offers".
Share experiences of being targeted for a scam. Have either of you ever received a fishy email or text? Discuss the telltale signs of a hoax, including poor grammar, misspellings, and Photoshopped images.
Congratulations to these wonderful students for being recognized at the School Board meeting last night to honor their accomplishments!
Jordan Bicknell- Girls Wrestling State Qualifier
Isabelle Forrest & Adam Swartzendruber- State FFA Degree Recipients
Tarah Hilt, Trista Davis, & Kassidy Tackett- FFA State Champion Horse Judging Team Members
Michael Bagby, Katherine Helms, & Morgan Cisco- Speech State Qualifiers
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If you don't want to have the bejesus scared out of you, don't talk to an expert on kids' online privacy. If you knew what was really out there -- online predators, identity thieves, data miners -- you'd lock up the internet and throw away the key. The truth is, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The internet is so woven into our lives, we need to be aware of the worst-case scenarios that can strike when we're unprepared. Read more using the link above!
The JV and Varsity Baseball games scheduled for today March 14th at Olympia vs. Brimfield have been cancelled due to field conditions.
Next week, OHS is kicking off College and Career March Madness Week sponsored by NHS! Monday's dress up day is college/career/military day. Check out this video for more information: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1RiLdUIV6GdRwiqswPEGKxuNIAPLMgRzf
The annual Mr. Spartan pageant is on as scheduled for tonight at 7:00pm in the high school auditorium. Come out and take part in this Olympia High School tradition.
Family Tip 2: Read the fine print.
Find the privacy policy of your kid's favorite app and read it together. Is it clear or complicated? Can you tell what information the company collects and what they do with it? Are they selling it? Storing it? Keeping it safe?
Due to road conditions, the Olympia School District will be utilizing a remote learning day for Friday March 11th. Elementary students should work on their packets that were sent home and Middle School and High School students will be expected to check Google Classroom for instructions from their teachers.
A decision regarding activities will be made this afternoon. Coaches will be in contact with students and families.
Thank you, and have a safe Friday!
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Andy Walsh
Assistant Superintendent
