Critical WCSD Meeting July 28 at 2 p.m. 425 E. Ninth St. in Reno
Board will vote on whether to review student screen time and tech use
Board will discuss instructional minutes for recess, art and PE
IN-PERSON COMMENT NEEDED TO AFFECT CHANGE. See details
Hold the phone and open the door
Take the free online Wait Until 8th pledge to connect with other families from your child’s same grade and school (K-8) that are also delaying the smartphone.
Let Grow: When adults step back, kids step up.
Take a closer look at crime stats (not social media) if you’re scared to let your kids out to play.
Check out this handy ScreenSense guide to simple phones and watches.
Talk about online safety
How to talk to your child about why you're delaying the smartphone.
Teach your child how to text safely to help prevent issues with cyberbullying, child sexual abuse material (nude images of anyone under 18) and sextortion.
Protect Young Eyes: How to talk to kids about porn, because they need our guidance!
My child already has a smartphone!
Once your child has a smartphone or other device with online access, you’ll need to review the apps they request.
Once your child has a smartphone or other device with online access, you'll need to figure out how to stay on top of the parental controls for each device.