Middle School Cell Phone & Social Media Safety Presentations
Plumb Hill Middle School in the Region 20 school district (Litchfield, Warren, Morris & Goshen) was pleased to host Officer Rich Marsh in mid-October for a series of educational presentations on cell phone and social media safety, made possible through the generous support of the Litchfield Prevention Council.
Officer Marsh provided an evening presentation for parents and guardians, focusing on proactive approaches to digital safety. Topics included:
- How to implement and monitor cell phone safety protections and privacy settings;
- Guidance for navigating popular apps safely;
- Recognizing potential dangers of social media use; and
- Strategies for open communication between parents and children to encourage responsible technology habits.
In addition to the parent session, Officer Marsh met individually with each grade level of students during the school day. These student-focused sessions emphasized:
- Safe and appropriate use of phones and digital platforms;
- Understanding the permanence of online actions;
- Recognizing risks such as oversharing, cyberbullying, and online exploitation; and
- Steps to take if a student encounters unsafe or inappropriate content online.
Through these presentations, students and families gained valuable tools for maintaining safety, balance, and awareness in today’s digital world. Plumb Hill Middle School extends its appreciation to the Litchfield Prevention Council for sponsoring this meaningful and impactful learning opportunity for our school community.
To learn more about the work of the Litchfield Prevention Council, join us at one of our meetings, held on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bantam Annex, or reach out through the website contact form.
