Online School Event – Digital Citizenship with Youth Link (Gr. 5 - 9)

The internet has become an incredible tool for connecting with others, whether through social media and video games. However, it’s important to be careful, we might find ourselves in trouble! Discover the ways in which social media can impact your mental well-being and how to keep yourself safe while you’re having fun online.

Topics that will be covered:

Social media and youth mental health

• Pros and cons of social media
• Screen time awareness

Privacy Protection

• Terms of Service/Agreement on social media platforms

Cybercrimes

• Cyberbullying
• Conversations with strangers.
• Resources

Recommended for Grades 5 – 9

Students will understand the impact of social media on mental health, identify strategies to manage screen time, recognize privacy risks, and learn how to stay safe and responsible online.

Q&A Padlet Link

A Teams link will be included in the reminder emails to follow, but it can also be found on the Eventbrite registration page under 'Access Link.'

*DO NOT use @educbe.ca email addresses for registration because they cannot accept third party emails.

If you have any questions about this virtual school event, please email schoolsupportlibrarian@calgarylibrary.ca