We are excited to launch our Parent Education Series for this school year! Our first session will be in our UA Theatre on Wednesday, November 15 (postponed from November 8). Join us with our guest speaker, Jesse Miller from www.MediatedReality.com, on the topic of Technology & Our Youth. He will explore media literacy, the delicate balance of screen time, addressing negative online interactions and experiences, and harnessing the positive potential of social media and associated Internet tools. The session will cover:
- Promoting responsible and ethical use of social media
- Striking a balance in technology usage for educational, communicative, and recreational purposes.
- Exploring the positive aspects of gaming and participation in online communities.
- Understanding the concept of digital consent in the context of sharing content online.
- Examining the role of schools and public entities in regulating internet behaviors
- Identifying reporting mechanisms and tools for addressing unsafe online behaviors.
Parents will explore how to cultivate personal and community-level understandings of digital consent and its impact on relationships. There will be a focus on fostering trust in content sharing and respecting information. We will explore the importance of seeking permission and understanding how consent can empower a culture of positive interactions on social media platforms.
D oors will open at 6:15pm with our PAX hosting an opportunity for socializing just prior to the presentation that begins at 6:45pm. Come early and mingle with other UA parents for a beverage and cookie and a chance to connect. This presentation will be geared toward parents of children ages 9+, but all parents are welcome (no children please - we will not have any child minding services available). Guests of UA families are also welcome to register.
Tickets are $10 per person (non-refundable), available on Eventbrite until November 7 (or until sold out). We are looking forward to seeing you there!
