ÿþINTERNET SAFETY AGREEMENT ** This internet safety agreement is a tool and a part of a comprehensive plan to protect your children on-line and to foster communication between kids and their caregivers. Child Responsibilities : §ð I will never give out personal information, even if it is someone I know over the Internet, including: My real name, names of my siblings, name of my school, phone number, my parents names, or where they work. §ð I will talk to my parents/caregivers before I established in Internet account, example, Facebook, Youtube. §ð I will be careful not to click on any pop-ups I do not recognize since many pop-ups are actually virus. §ð I will never post any of the above information on a blog or public forum, even if I believe it to be password protected. §ð I will always discuss my choice of on-line screen names with my parents or caregivers. §ð If someone I have met on-line wants to see or meet me, I will get my parents permission and have them go with me §ð I will never send pictures over the internet upload images or use a web cam without my parents permission. §ð I will tell my parent/caregiver(s) if anyone is threatening me, using inappropriate language or inviting me to  private chat . §ð I will always let my parent/caregiver know if someone on the internet is making me feel uncomfortable in any way. §ð I will treat the people on the internet who I do not know just like strangers I do not know, even if they tell me who they are, and how old they are. §ð I will get my parent/caregiver(s) permission to sign on and upload/download materials (like P2P, I-tunes, etc..) §ð I will remember that the internet rules listed above apply whether I am using computers at school or on vacation. These rules apply to ALL internet usage, including computers, blackberries, phones, and handheld devices as well. §ð Additionally, my parent/caregiver and I agree these rules as well: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ I, __________________________, have read this internet safety contract together with my parent/caregiver. I understand the rules of internet use as they have been explained to me. I will keep this contract clearly posted by my computer(s). If I should run into any problems or have any questions while using the internet (including email, Instant Messaging (IM) and chat rooms), I will contact my parent/caregiver(s) immediately. I promise to abide by the rules listed in this contract, whether I am using the internet at home or away from home. I agree to the above and promise to follow these guidelines _________________________________________________________ (Signature and Date) Parent/Caregiver s Responsibilities: §ð My/Our main goal is the protection of our family. As such, I will ensure my family is protected from the potential dangers of the internet. §ð While respecting my child s need for privacy when speaking to friends using instant messaging and the internet, I will use a variety of software such as firewalls, and an internet filter to screen out any potentially harmful material, viruses or pictures. §ð I will talk with my child about his/her interests on the internet and will suggest age-appropriate sites and I will monitor their online activities as needed. §ð When possible, the computer will be used in a common room within the house. §ð I will have a proactive attitude toward my child s internet friends, just as I am about their other friends at home and school. §ð As a family, we will use good judgment while online. I will ensure that my child is educated about the potential dangers of internet use. §ð I will explore with them how to remain same while using the internet. §ð I will be aware of the procedure for contacting my online service provider (ISP) if someone should act inappropriately with my child. In addition, if I suspect someone has been soliciting my child for sexual purposes or sending them pornographic materials, I will contact my local police department immediately. I will also contact the Center for Missing and Exploited children (www.missingkids.com or 1-800-843-5678 ) and report the incident to them. §ð Any other guidelines my child and I would like to add: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ I, ________________________, will supervise my child s internet usage to ensure they are using this tool responsibly and are not endangering themselves by communicating and interacting inappropriately with people they may meet via the internet. I have read with my child and agree to the guidelines listed within this contract. ______________________________________________________ (Signature and Date) Further Information and links to free filtering software can be found at: www.living-hope-ministries.com