Focus: Bullying Prevention and Digital Citizenship
Guide your Gator
"Social Media Scenario Challenge"
How it works:
Present real-world scenarios – Take turns reading these situations aloud and discussing what you'd do:
- You see a classmate being roasted in a group chat. Several people have already piled on with mean comments.
- Someone screenshots a private conversation and shares it publicly to embarrass the person.
- A friend posts a photo of you that you hate, and it's getting lots of comments.
- You witness someone creating a fake account to anonymously harass another student.
Before making a choice online or in person, ask yourself: "Is it kind, is it safe, and is it something I would be proud of later?"
This simple question can help students make positive decisions and build healthy relationships both at school and online.
Conversation Tip for Parents
Avoid lecturing or jumping to "delete all your accounts." Teens are more likely to open up if you approach this with curiosity rather than judgment. Acknowledge that navigating digital spaces is genuinely complex and that you're learning too.