online safety program for middle schoolers and high schoolers in Johnson & Wyandotte Counties
E-Safety for middle school (grades 6-8) & high school (grades 9-12)
Online safety is an ever-growing concern for 21st-century parents.
Our E-Safety course focuses on safety topics such as sexting, bullying, child exploitation, and social networking.
We offer online safety programs designed for both middle schoolers (6th through 8th grade) and high schoolers (9th through 12th grade). Today’s students are using electronic devices from an early age to learn, socialize, and play. By simply having access to the internet, our children are at risk of exploitation.
E-Safety for Middle School Students (6th-8th Grade)
This is a research supported presentation designed for students in the middle school or 6th-8th grade. Sunflower House staff will present current electronic safety information including age appropriate examples, videos and necessary information regarding educational, legal and social consequences students can face while using social media to communicate. The presentation includes safety topics such as sexting, cyberbullying, exploitation, scams, changing the algorithm, self identifying mental health awareness and concerns and how to get help. When possible our law enforcement partners from local police departments and the Federal Bureau of Investigations will co-present.
E-Safety for High School Students (9th-12th Grade)
research supported presentation designed for students in the high school or 9th-12th grade. Sunflower House staff will present current electronic safety information including age appropriate examples, videos and necessary information regarding educational, legal and social consequences students can face while using social media to communicate. The presentation includes safety topics such as sexting, cyberbullying, exploitation, scams, changing the algorithm, self identifying mental health awareness and concerns, AI info and how to get help. When possible our law enforcement partners from local police departments and the Federal Bureau of Investigations will co-present.
What does it cover?
Sunflower House staff will present current electronic safety information including age-appropriate examples, videos and necessary information regarding educational, legal, and social consequences students can face while using electronic devices to communicate. The presentation includes important safety tips and information on how and where to report inappropriate material online. When possible our law enforcement partners from local police departments and the Kansas Bureau of Investigations/Federal Bureau of Investigations will co-present.
Schedule this program
If you are interested in scheduling this FREE program for your school or group contact the Sunflower House education staff. This program can be presented virtually or in person.
About Sunflower House
Sunflower House is a non-profit founded in 1977.
It is a non-residential children’s advocacy and abuse prevention center serving Johnson and Wyandotte counties. The questions, “What would I want for my child if he or she were abused?” and “How can we stop the cycle of child abuse?” drive every decision made at Sunflower House.
The agency addresses abuse and neglect through a comprehensive approach—engaging children, parents, child-serving professionals and the community. Sunflower House is an accredited member of the National Children’s Alliance. Accreditation through this national affiliate ensures adherence to best practice standards of its federally recognized multidisciplinary approach to child abuse investigations.
