want parents to know the school’s acceptable use policy and expectations, and then encourage them to build their own parent–child media agreement about digital/online usage, behavior, and expectations at home. The goal is a unified front from the school and the home.
In reaching out to and forming an alliance with parents, consider the following:
• Seek that teachable moment: use the school’s expertise to problem solve.
• Empower kids through education: they can’t become responsible without having responsibility.