Digital Devices

Did you know that……. Student use of social media has been linked to health and wellness issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, social isolation and loneliness, low self esteem  and body issues, cyberbullying, harassment, and addiction to online platforms and games. Parental controls help manage what your students can access online, set time limits, and ensure a safe digital environment. See the helpful tips below on how to use parental control tools on different devices and platforms.

How to Secure Your Child's Digital Devices

Smartphones & Tablets

  • iPhone & iPad (Apple Screen Time)

    1. Go to Settings > Screen Time.

    2. Tap Turn on Screen Time and follow the prompts.

    3. Set App Limits, Content & Privacy Restrictions, and Downtime.

    4. Use Family Sharing to manage settings across multiple Apple devices.

    5. For More Information CLICK HERE

  • Android Devices (Google Family Link)

    1. Download Google Family Link from the Play Store.

    2. Create a Google account for your child.

    3. Set app approvals, screen time limits, and content filters.

    4. Monitor activity through the Family Link app.

    5. For More Information CLICK HERE

Parental Controls for Gaming Consoles

  • Xbox

    1. Go to Settings > Account > Family settings.

    2. Create child accounts and manage screen time.

    3. Set content filters for age-appropriate games.

    4. Enable restrictions on online interactions.

    5. For More Information CLICK HERE

  • PlayStation

    1. Go to Settings > Family & Parental Controls.

    2. Create a child profile and adjust screen time, spending limits, and communication settings.

    3. Restrict age-inappropriate games and content.

    4. For More Information CLICK HERE

  • Nintendo Switch

    1. Download the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app.

    2. Link your Nintendo account and set play-time limits.

    3. Restrict communication and online interactions.

    4. For More Information 

Internet & Wi-Fi Parental Controls

  • Home Wi-Fi Routers

    • Log into your router’s settings (typically via a web browser).

    • Enable Parental Controls or set up a guest network for children.

    • Use filters to block inappropriate websites.

  • Internet Service Provider (ISP) Controls

    • Many ISPs (e.g., Xfinity, AT&T, Spectrum) offer parental control settings. Check with your provider.

Parental Controls for Streaming & Social Media

  • YouTube (Restricted Mode)

    1. Open YouTube, go to Settings.

    2. Enable Restricted Mode to block mature content.

    3. Use YouTube Kids for a safer experience.

  • Netflix, Disney+, Hulu

    1. Set up Kids Profiles to filter age-appropriate content.

    2. Use PIN protection to restrict access to mature content.

  • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)

    1. Set accounts to private.

    2. Use supervised features available on TikTok and Instagram.

    3. Restrict direct messages and time limits where available.