Safeguard the Children Archive

Did you Know: Kik Messenger and the dangers of anonymous messages Social media sites are available to anyone with an internet connection (computer, phone, tablet). Your kids may be sharing their lives with complete strangers, and parents should be aware of the sites …

This summer, when your children are out of school on different schedules, are meeting new people and going to new places, make sure that you talk to them often about their experiences and the people they have met. Listen carefully to your children. If possible, observe …

If you are working with or around minors in the Catholic Church in the parish, sports, clubs, or school settings, you are required by the archdiocese to attend the 3 hour Safeguard the Children class. Most who attend find the information useful on how to protect our …

Talking to your kids about cell phone safety. The more advanced cellular devices become, the more functions they have available. Sending pictures over the Internet is something that children do all the time. Photo-messaging on cell phones is no different. Children need to be aware why all pictures are …