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Cyberbullying Laws by State: What Parents Should Know in 2026

Aug 30, 2026SCN StaffApps

Author: SCN StaffPublished: August 26, 2026 Quick Review There is no single federal law called the Cyberbullying Act. Every state has an anti-bullying law, but definitions, school duties, penalties, and off-campus rules vary. Online threats, stalking, harassment, and the sharing of intimate images may violate criminal laws. Parents should document incidents, review school policy, and […]

If Your Child’s AI Toy Talks, The Child Could Be In Danger

Aug 29, 2026SCN StaffApps

By SCN StaffPublished August 26, 2026 Quick Review A Common Sense Media assessment of AI toys found that 27% of tested responses were not appropriate for children. Tested products included Grem, Bondu, and Miko 3. Common Sense recommends avoiding these toys for children ages 5 and under and urges extreme caution for ages 6–12. The […]

Before You Post That Back-to-School Photo: AI Has Changed the Risk

Aug 27, 2026SCN StaffApps

By SCN Staff Quick review: A fully clothed back-to-school photograph can now be manipulated by AI “nudify” tools into a fake sexualized image. Removing school names, uniforms, or location details is still wise, but it does not eliminate the risk. Parents should review what they post, talk with children about AI image abuse, and know […]

AI in Schools: 7 Parent Questions That Protect Your Child’s Data

Aug 26, 2026SCN StaffApps, Sextortion, TeensAI in schools, AI in schools parent rights, AI model training data, AI student data privacy, AI tools and FERPA, AI tools in education, AI vendor contracts, child online safety, child’s data, children’s digital privacy, COPPA school technology, educational technology privacy, FERPA and artificial intelligence, K-12 AI privacy, parent rights, parent school privacy questions, parental rights in schools, protecting student data, responsible AI in education, school AI data privacy, school AI privacy, school AI safeguards, school technology transparency, Secure Children's Network, student AI privacy, student data protection, student information security, teens

Learn 7 AI in schools parent rights that help protect your child’s data, including FERPA access, vendor use, model training, retention, deletion, and consent.

Meta’s $17.1 Billion Teen Addiction Settlement: What Parents Need to Know

Aug 26, 2026SCN StaffApps, Featured, Teensai age verification, children's security on the internet, facebook parental controls, instagram safety for kids, meta teen addiction settlement, parental control app, Secure Children's Network, social media addiction teens, teen social media safety, teens

Meta’s $17.1B teen addiction settlement brings new Instagram & Facebook safety limits for kids. See what changes, what parents should do, and how to stay protected.

Digital Dangers: Uncovering the Lesser-Known Apps Your Teens Are Using

Oct 26, 2024SCN StaffApps, Teensapp safety, cyberbullying, digital dangers, digital parenting, kids apps, mobile apps, online safety, parenting tips, social media risks, technology for teens, teen apps, teens

In today’s digital age, smartphones and social media have become integral parts of teenage life. According to the Pew Research Center, 95% of teens own smartphones, and 97% actively use social media. With teens spending an average of 9 hours per day on digital media (Common Sense Media), understanding these platforms is crucial for parents. […]