Y.A.L.E. School Presents Cyber Safety Workshop For Community

Cherry Hill, NJ– Monitoring children’s safety on the internet can be daunting. While social media can be a great platform to learn, share, and play games, parents today must also consider the ugly side of social media: bullying, sexting, exploitation, and even addiction. Recognizing the importance of cyber safety, Y.A.L.E. School is hosting a free workshop for parents and educators on Cyber Safety.

Diana Graber, author and founder of Cyberwise.org and CyberCivics.com will be presenting Technology, Kids and Teens: A Parents & Educator’s Guide to Cyber Safetyon Tuesday November 13th. Ms. Graber’s upcoming book is dedicated to helping children build a healthy relationship with technology. During the workshop, Ms. Graber will describe what kids are doing online and what they need to know to keep safe. She will cite key points from her book to guide parents on ways to help their children develop balance and safety with technology.

The workshop will be held at Y.A.L.E. School’s Performing Arts Center, 700 Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ and begins at 7:00 pm. The free workshop is offered as an outreach service to the community in and around southern New Jersey. For more information and registration go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/technology-kids-and-teens-a-parent-educators-guide-to-cyber-safety-tickets-51709762291 or contact Kitty Slater at 856-482-5252, ext. 373.

ABOUT:Y.A.L.E. School is a state-approved private school serving students with autism spectrum disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, social learning challenges, ADHD and other disabilities, now on 9 campus location in southern New Jersey and Greater Philadelphia. Since 1976, school districts and parents have relied on Y.A.L.E. to educate students who need more supports and services than public schools can offer. Today, more than 560 students with disabilities are placed by 80 area school districts, and attend at no cost to parents. For more information, go to www.yaleschool.com.