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Hello Cindy,
In this email: This week’s must-attend live event (Feb 26): Avoiding Strangers & Dangerous Situations and the simple red-flag + action plan every parent needs (what to say, what to screenshot, when to block/report) The NeeDoh “microwave hack”: Dangerous challenge sending kids to burn centers, plus a short video to watch and a conversation prompt for your family Teen slang of the week: “Choppleganger”
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Our next event covers…(Win your child a Ninja Creami, 3d Printer, Kindle or Bluetooth speaker at this event)
Our most popular event of the year:
“You seem cool… let’s keep this between us,” Would your child know what to do next if they got that from a stranger online?
This event isn’t about scare tactics. It’s a clear, practical playbook built from real stories and what school leaders are seeing right now.
Parents & kids will learn: How to spot the early red flags predators use (compliments, secrecy, gifts, and “move to a different app” pressure) A simple “friend vs. stranger” framework you can teach your child in 5 minutes What to say, what to screenshot, and when to block/report so your child stays safe and confident
Parents consistently leave this event with stronger boundaries, better dialogue starters, and a plan they can actually use this week. Don’t miss this one!
More Great Ways to Protect Your Child in February/March |
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Win your child a Ninja Creami, 3d Printer, Kindle or Bluetooth speaker at this event |
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| Ninja Creami ice cream machine |
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| Bambu Lab A1 Mini 3D Printer |
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If Your Child Has a NeeDoh, Watch This Video |
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Parents: a new TikTok “hack” with the popular NeeDoh toy is sending kids to burn centers. The trend tells kids to microwave the squishy cube to make it softer, but it can burst and spray hot gel onto their face and hands, causing serious burns.
Watch our short video about the trend and discuss with your kids the challenges they may encounter online or from their friends. |
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Sextortion is Hitting Schools Across the U.S. (and can impact your child without you knowing) |
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Santa Rosa County District Schools was recently featured in the news for taking a proactive step to help families protect students from online predators and other real threats affecting communities like yours.
See how sextortion is showing up in schools across the country, and what parents can do to lower the risk and help kids speak up quickly if something feels off.
These topics matter because they’re happening in communities like yours. View our recent press. |
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What Parents Are Saying About Our Events…
"I learned how to better protect my child on Roblox and Minecraft. I learned what setting to use to make it safer." - Huntley Community School District 158
"During the SmartSocial virtual event, I learned about the 7 Disturbing Things Predators Say to Kids Online. As a parent of several girls, I’m aware of the attention females can get. Thanks to this program, my eyes have been opened, and I am aware of the dangers my son could one day face too!" - Hillsborough County Public Schools |
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Teen Slang of the Week
“Choppleganger” When you hear teens say someone is a “choppelganger” it’s basically a mean twist on “doppelgänger,” and it’s used to describe a lookalike who’s the less attractive or “off brand” version. The word blends “doppelgänger” with “chopped,” a slang insult about someone’s looks. |
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Do you know about a new trend (or danger) that we should cover? Reply to this email and we will look into it (or send you free parent guides).
Thanks!
Josh Ochs & Team Founder, SmartSocial.com
P.S. Thank you to the parents who signed their kids up for our student program. We still have a few seats available. Learn more here. |
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