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Episode Synopsis
Protect your family with our 1-minute free parent quiz https://www.smartsocial.com/newsletterJoin our next weekly live parent events: https://smartsocial.com/eventsIn this episode of the SmartSocial.com podcast, host Josh Ochs speaks with Dr. Curtis Finch, Superintendent of Deer Valley Unified School District in Arizona, about the challenges parents face in keeping their kids safe online. They discuss the appropriate age for children to access the internet, the importance of setting boundaries, and the dangers of unsupervised online activities. Key topics include the rise of AI in creating realistic-sounding voices, the significance of 'safe words' for family security, and the worrying trend of sextortion. Dr. Finch emphasizes the need for community involvement, setting firm boundaries, and encouraging kids to have high-quality peer relationships to protect them from online threats. The episode concludes with actionable tips for parents to foster resilience and safety in their children's digital lives. Become a Smart Social VIP (Very Informed Parents) Member: https://SmartSocial.com/vipDistrict Leaders: Schedule a free phone consultation to get ideas on how to protect your students in your community https://smartsocial.com/partnerDownload the free Smart Social app: https://www.smartsocial.com/appdownloadLearn about the top 190+ popular teen apps: https://smartsocial.com/app-guide-parents-teachers/View the top parental control software: https://smartsocial.com/parental-control-software/The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™
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