About Parenting Teens: Social Media in High School

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Parenting Teens Parenting Teens Teens Today High School Troubled Teens Help From Denise Witmer, your Guide to Parenting Teens Social Media in High School, Should Teens Have Access? I've recently had a couple of conversations with parents who would like their teen's school to turn off the ability to use social networks during school - or on any laptop that the school provides. While, I can sympathize with the grief social networks can cause a parent of a teenager, I can't agree with forcing schools to the extreme of shutting down all access to social media. And here is three reasons why I feel that way: The school isn't capable of doing it, there really is no way to block it all. Therefore, they can't be culpable. A high school's first priority is the education of the teens within its walls. Using social media to teach is becoming a norm that has benefits. For instance, my daughter was able to ask her teacher a question about homework and get an answer in five minutes. Without this ability, she would have had to ask the next day and missed getting her assignment in on time. Parents, social media, just like any other teen social outlet, is your responsibility. If you want your teen to stay off of Facebook or Skype, then you have to set the rules that way. Asking our community of parents: Should schools allow students to use social networking during school hours? Please share your thoughts, experiences and opinions in the comments area and weigh in on our poll! What Parents Need To Know About Teens and Internet Usage Know the benefits and the risks before you let your teen be online. See More About:  internet safety for teens  teen rules and responsibilities  teen blogs How To Keep Your Teen From Becoming an Online Porn Star While your teen may not set out to become famous on the web for naked pictures, it is happening to teens who aren't prudent enough not to pose nude or in suggestive positions in front of friends with camera ready cell phones. You can protect your teen from this kind of exposure. See More About:  teens online  teens and sex  teen health 6 Tips for Parenting Troubled Teens Parents of troubled teens need expert advice and support. Read the information below to help you stay on the right track. And keep in mind - troubled teens do get better. See More About:  parenting troubled teens  parenting advice  teen rules and responsibilities Parenting of Adolescents Ads Defiant Teens Out of Control Teens Unruly Teens Anger Teens Parenting Featured Articles   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Denise Witmer Parenting Teens Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting Teens newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Talking to Teens About Tough Issues Quiz: Are You Raising a Healthy Teen? Teen Birthday Party Themes and Ideas 6 Tips for Parenting Troubled Teens How to Raise a Drug-Free Teen Advertisement