{"id":10293,"date":"2026-10-08T13:56:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T17:56:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.icgadv.com\/missionkidscac\/training-center-curriculum\/netsmartz\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T10:44:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T14:44:51","slug":"netsmartz","status":"publish","type":"curriculum","link":"https:\/\/dev.icgadv.com\/missionkidscac\/training-center\/curriculum\/netsmartz\/","title":{"rendered":"Netsmartz"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Developed by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.missingkids.org\/netsmartz\/home\">National Center for Missing and Exploited Children<\/a>, Mission Kids offers interactive, age-appropriate internet safety programs called &#8220;NetSmartz&#8221; that help children and teens navigate the digital world safely and confidently. Each program is tailored to a specific age group and focuses on developmentally appropriate online safety topics, digital citizenship, and healthy technology habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Into the Cloud (Ages 10 and Under)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age Level:<\/strong> Ages 10 and under<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> (1) 60 Minute Lesson<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instruction:<\/strong> In-person; virtual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Lesson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NetSmartz teaches kids under 10 how to stay safe online. Using the <em>Into the Cloud <\/em>\u2122\ufe0f video series, children learn about essential online safety topics like handling cyberbullying, recognizing unsafe content, and preventing online exploitation. Through age-appropriate activities and discussions, the program empowers kids to make smart choices while navigating the digital world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This engaging, multimedia approach teaches kids how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recognize trustworthy vs. untrustworthy information online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify potential online dangers like cyberbullying and exploitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand the importance of protecting personal information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to uncomfortable or unsafe online situations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With interactive discussions, activity sheets, and role-playing exercises, kids leave the session feeling empowered to make safer choices online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why We Love It<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interactive and fun lessons designed specifically for young learners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real-world applications that help kids build healthy online habits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides caregivers with resources to continue the conversation at home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NetSmartz (Grades K-6)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age Level:<\/strong> Grades K-6 (Elementary)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> (1) 30 Minute Lesson<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instruction:<\/strong> Classroom-based (preferred) and\/or assembly presentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Lesson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mission Kids&#8217; elementary school cyber safety program teaches students in grades K\u20135 how to stay safe online through age-appropriate, engaging lessons. Using the trusted NetSmartzKids characters\u2014Clicky, Tera, Nettie, and Webster\u2014students learn important skills through animated videos, interactive discussions, and take-home resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program helps children understand digital citizenship, recognize unsafe content, protect personal information, avoid meeting online contacts in person, and respond to cyberbullying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure developmentally appropriate learning, we offer two different programs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grades K\u20132:<\/strong> <em>Be Safer Online with NetSmartz<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grades 3-5:<\/strong> <em>Being a Good Digital Citizen<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This engaging, multimedia approach teaches kids how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recognize trustworthy vs. untrustworthy information online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify potential online dangers like cyberbullying and exploitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand the importance of protecting personal information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to uncomfortable or unsafe online situations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With interactive discussions, activity sheets, and role-playing exercises, kids leave the session feeling empowered to make safer choices online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why We Love It<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teaches kids how to navigate the online world safely, confidently, and respectfully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps children recognize risks and empowers them to respond appropriately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages open communication between kids and trusted adults<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages open communication between kids and trusted adults<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NetSmartz (Grades 6-12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age Level:<\/strong> Grades 6-12 (Secondary)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> (1) Lesson, Recommended 60-80 Minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instruction:<\/strong> Classroom-based (preferred) and\/or assembly presentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Lesson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mission Kids\u2019 cyber safety programs for secondary students help young people navigate today\u2019s digital world with confidence and responsibility. Tailored by age group, these engaging, age-appropriate lessons promote digital empowerment and informed decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u201cNetSmartz: Online Safety\u201d<\/strong> is designed for middle school students (grades 6\u20138), focusing on recognizing online risks, protecting privacy, and making safe choices when using technology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u201cNetSmartz: Advanced Online Safety\u201d<\/strong> is geared toward high school students (grades 9\u201312), addressing more complex online challenges and encouraging responsible, thoughtful digital citizenship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both programs foster a safe environment where students feel comfortable participating, asking questions, and learning practical strategies they can use every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why We Love It<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides real-world tools teens can use immediately to protect themselves online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addresses age-appropriate risks like sextortion, grooming, and privacy concerns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages students to seek help and talk with trusted adults<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empowers digital citizenship while promoting safe, respectful online behavior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An interactive, age-appropriate internet safety program that empowers kids to recognize online dangers, make safe choices, and protect themselves in the digital world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":8843,"template":"","meta":{"curriculum_quick_facts":{"item-0":{"curriculum_fact_icon":"fa fa-users","curriculum_fact_text":"Grades K\u201312"},"item-1":{"curriculum_fact_icon":"fa fa-clock-o","curriculum_fact_text":"30\u201380 Minutes"},"item-2":{"curriculum_fact_icon":"fa fa-graduation-cap","curriculum_fact_text":"In-Person or Virtual"}}},"curriculum_format":[196,197],"curriculum_duration":[192,191],"curriculum_age":[184,185,187,199,186],"class_list":["post-10293","curriculum","type-curriculum","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","curriculum_format-in-person","curriculum_format-virtual","curriculum_duration-1-2-hours","curriculum_duration-under-1-hour","curriculum_age-early-elementary-pre-k-2","curriculum_age-elementary-3-5","curriculum_age-high-school-9-12","curriculum_age-kids-teens","curriculum_age-middle-school-6-8"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v28.6 (Yoast SEO v28.6) - 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