Wantagh High School students teach digital responsibility
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Responsible technology use was the focus of a panel discussion between students from Forest Lake Elementary School and Wantagh High School on Oct. 22. Six high school juniors and seniors visited the elementary school for a half-hour question-and-answer session in recognition of Digital Citizenship Week. They spoke with fourth and fifth graders about using the internet safely, respectfully and responsibly. Forest Lake student council moderators asked the high school students questions prepared in advance based on topics their classmates wanted to discuss. Subjects included group chats, screen time and social media. Elementary students also asked for suggestions for enjoyable activities that do not involve technology. Elementary school guidance counselor Donna Shulman said the six high school students were selected by their guidance counselors. Children often hear advice from adults in their lives, she said, but hearing from high school students they view as role models can have