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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

2 weeks ago

Risks to children playing Roblox deeply disturbing', say researchers

Roblox exposes children to inappropriate content and risks from adult interactions, posing serious safety concerns despite parental control efforts.

Miscellaneous

Boy, 5, 'wets bed' and 'screams name of kid hurting him' in attacks at Catford school

A father is struggling to seek justice and safety for his son after multiple alleged assaults at school.

fromArs Technica

Miscellaneous

Character.AI steps up teen safety after bots allegedly caused suicide, self-harm

Parents want C.AI's model destroyed due to harmful chats with their kids and flawed data usage processes.

fromwww.cbc.ca

1 week ago

Toronto startup

An Uber drove away with her kid. Then Uber wouldn't connect her or police with the driver | CBC News

A mother faced a terrifying situation when her sleeping daughter was mistakenly driven away by an Uber driver, highlighting the need for urgent response protocols.

Education

NYC gym teacher accused of lewd act with cleaning product in front of class leaves parents shocked, angry: sources

Parents are outraged over allegations against a teacher at a Bronx special education school, fearing for their children's safety and ability to communicate such incidents.

Privacy technologies

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

2 weeks ago

Risks to children playing Roblox deeply disturbing', say researchers

Roblox exposes children to inappropriate content and risks from adult interactions, posing serious safety concerns despite parental control efforts.

Miscellaneous

Boy, 5, 'wets bed' and 'screams name of kid hurting him' in attacks at Catford school

A father is struggling to seek justice and safety for his son after multiple alleged assaults at school.

fromArs Technica

Miscellaneous

Character.AI steps up teen safety after bots allegedly caused suicide, self-harm

Parents want C.AI's model destroyed due to harmful chats with their kids and flawed data usage processes.

fromwww.cbc.ca

1 week ago

Toronto startup

An Uber drove away with her kid. Then Uber wouldn't connect her or police with the driver | CBC News

A mother faced a terrifying situation when her sleeping daughter was mistakenly driven away by an Uber driver, highlighting the need for urgent response protocols.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Education

NYC gym teacher accused of lewd act with cleaning product in front of class leaves parents shocked, angry: sources

Parents are outraged over allegations against a teacher at a Bronx special education school, fearing for their children's safety and ability to communicate such incidents.

Minecraft movie screening pandemonium caught on video sparks angry anti-kid backlash: 'Effective condom ad'

The chaotic behavior of young audiences at 'A Minecraft Movie' screenings has led to widespread concern among parents about youth conduct.

Marketing tech

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Parents are worried about AI chatbots popping up in kids' apps. Experts say here's what to watch for.

AI chatbots in children's apps may lead to oversharing and confusion about reality, raising concerns among parents.

Miscellaneous

fromIndependent

2 months ago

'As a mum to two girls it is terrifying raising them in our misogynist world - how do I keep my daughters safe?'

Misogyny has been amplified during the Trump era, raising concerns especially for women and mothers.

Survey: Most teachers support stricter school cellphone policies

Strict cellphone policies in schools may enhance student engagement and classroom behavior, but parental concerns about safety and educational use remain significant.

fromABC7 San Francisco

2 months ago

Education

East Bay teacher facing controversy for showing off Pride flag, DEI books in 1st grade class

Parents are concerned about a first grade teacher's display of a Pride flag and DEI materials in the classroom.

UK news

Vicar apologises after telling sobbing children Santa isn't real'

Reverend Dr. Paul Chamberlain's revelation about Santa Claus to children sparked outrage among parents, leading to a formal complaint and discussions about maintaining magical beliefs.

Education

fromwww.amny.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Survey: Most teachers support stricter school cellphone policies

Strict cellphone policies in schools may enhance student engagement and classroom behavior, but parental concerns about safety and educational use remain significant.

fromABC7 San Francisco

2 months ago

Education

East Bay teacher facing controversy for showing off Pride flag, DEI books in 1st grade class

Parents are concerned about a first grade teacher's display of a Pride flag and DEI materials in the classroom.

UK news

Vicar apologises after telling sobbing children Santa isn't real'

Reverend Dr. Paul Chamberlain's revelation about Santa Claus to children sparked outrage among parents, leading to a formal complaint and discussions about maintaining magical beliefs.

more#education

fromwww.nytimes.com

Education

Opinion | Our Kids Cannot Learn About Sex Just From Squeamish Gym Teachers

Lack of proper sex education training for gym teachers undermines state mandates and students' needs, particularly regarding essential topics like consent.

Miscellaneous

fromWFTV

Daycare closing with 10 days' notice, stranding parents

The sudden closure of a daycare in Tavares due to rent hike leaves parents in distress seeking alternatives.

#child-development

Education

Exclusive | NYC students as young as 8 spew Diddy-themed jokes - now outraged parents want his name banned

Young NYC school kids are making Diddy-themed jokes, alarming parents who advocate for banning his name from schools due to inappropriate context.

fromMail Online

Digital life

What age SHOULD you give your child a phone? 5 experts give opinions

The pervasive presence of smartphones among children raises developmental concerns, prompting schools to ban devices in classrooms.

Parenting

Gen Alpha kids aren't making friends - new study reveals why

Kids today face significant challenges in making friends due to factors like social awkwardness, bullying, and lack of opportunities.

Education

Exclusive | NYC students as young as 8 spew Diddy-themed jokes - now outraged parents want his name banned

Young NYC school kids are making Diddy-themed jokes, alarming parents who advocate for banning his name from schools due to inappropriate context.

fromMail Online

Digital life

What age SHOULD you give your child a phone? 5 experts give opinions

The pervasive presence of smartphones among children raises developmental concerns, prompting schools to ban devices in classrooms.

Parenting

Gen Alpha kids aren't making friends - new study reveals why

Kids today face significant challenges in making friends due to factors like social awkwardness, bullying, and lack of opportunities.

more#child-development

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Children's soft play centre apologises over body bag' Halloween decorations

The soft play centre removed Halloween body bag decorations after parental concerns about appropriateness for children.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Privacy professionals

Beckenham leisure centre reverses outrageous' refund policy

The Spa at Beckenham abandoned changes to its refund policy after parents criticized the plan to credit canceled lessons to children's accounts instead of offering refunds.

Privacy professionals

Children and young teenagers could be banned from using social media, minister says

The UK is contemplating banning children from social media to protect their mental health, influenced by similar measures proposed in Australia.

Education

fromSacramento Bee

California school's dress code bans lululemon shorts. Parents say girls were body-shamed

Parents want a relaxed dress code after students faced scrutiny for wearing lululemon shorts, feeling body-shamed and uncomfortable.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Education

TDSB student details may have been exposed in June cyberattack, board says | CBC News

A cybersecurity incident at the Toronto District School Board may have exposed some students' personal information, but the risk to them is considered low.

Education

fromIntelligencer

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Shame of Saint Ann's

The article reveals the unsettling story of a teacher charged with felony, hired despite a criminal past, shedding light on parental concerns and school's negligence.

fromFast Company

9 months ago

Education

What is a microschool? Inside the tiny class trend that's taking off in Florida and beyond

Microschools are gaining popularity as a more personalized and effective education model for K-12 students in the US.

9 months ago

Education

Financial anxiety fuels 300% increase in homeschooling interest following Labour's tax plan - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Parents are anxious about private school affordability under Labour's tax raid, leading to increased interest in homeschooling, scholarships, and state school options.

fromThe Drum

11 months ago

Marketing

The Drum

Children under 16 make up 40% of internet users, facing challenges in online safety and ad exposure.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

1 year ago

Marketing

Do Americans support the government's TikTok ban?

42% of Americans support the TikTok ban.

10 months ago

Education

Parent slams 'unacceptable' decision to close Sutton school for election

The closure of Muschamp Primary School for use as a polling station is causing significant disruption for children with speech and language disorders and other neurodiversities.