Article: bit.ly/olyDSA5 Help keep your kids' online experiences positive and productive by learning the truth (and ignoring the rumors) about what really makes them safe. By Caroline Knorr
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Myths and Truths
Property Tax Stability: How will this happen? Approximately 35% of purchases in McLean County are made by people who do not live here. This means non-property owners and visitors will help fund local schools, easing the burden on property tax payers. This funding source provides additional revenue to schools to reduce the reliance on property taxes. Learn more about how this referendum can make a difference by visiting our webpage www.april1cent.info or contact us! #april1cent
about 2 months ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Property Tax Stability
Use Privacy Settings Sit down with tweens and teens to show the privacy settings you use on your apps and devices. Talk about why you keep certain information private or limited to a small group. Ask them what information they feel comfortable sharing and why.
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Secondary Family Tip 1
Our Olympia CUSD 16 app keeps getting better and better! Parents/guardians who have already created a Rooms account can now access new app features like chat and class streams via web and in the app. Download for Android https://aptg.co/ZDkmVX Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/49q8Hl
about 2 months ago, Olympia CUSD 16
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How does Olympia approach the protection of student data? We have an entire page of our website dedicated to how this is handled. From FERPA to COPPA to SOPPA, you can learn it all here: https://www.olympia.org/page/student-data-privacy
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Protecting Oly Data
When kids start to go online, whether they're playing multiplayer games, using educational apps, or just following their curiosity on Google, it's important that they understand the basics of online privacy and safety. With some general guidelines around what information is and isn't OK to share, and some help from parents when they're unsure, kids can have fun and learn a lot in the digital world. When kids go online, whether they're playing multiplayer games, using social media apps, or posting their latest creative expressions, it's important that they understand how to keep their private information safe. With tips on how to avoid scams and protect their personal data, tweens and teens can travel all over the digital world -- and still be in charge of their digital footprints. We will expand on these tips throughout the month during our Family Tips series!
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Secondary Family Tips
Today's Activities
about 2 months ago, ELLA EVANS
Today's Activities
Sixth and seventh grade students at Olympia Middle School had an exciting day today at Career Spark, a dynamic, hands-on event designed to ignite their passion for the wide range of careers available in our community. With over 25 local organizations on site, students had the chance to dive into an array of fascinating professions. They met professionals from diverse fields, including credit union representatives, insurance underwriters, surgical technologists, broadcast journalists, robotics technicians, and local heroes like law enforcement officers and paramedics. It was an unforgettable opportunity to explore the careers of tomorrow!
about 2 months ago, Mike Jones
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Article: bit.ly/olyDSA1 If you're not ready to #deletefacebook, here are 13 simple things you and your kids can do on your social accounts, phones, and devices to keep data safe. By Caroline Knorr
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Protect Your Data
5 Internet Safety Tips for Kids: bit.ly/OlySPV1 Sharing photos, posting comments, playing video games -- these are just a few of the ways that kids interact online. But when sharing goes beyond friends and family, it can be risky.
about 2 months ago, EdTech@Oly
Safety Tips
6th Grade Team Spotlight
about 2 months ago, LAURA O'DONNELL
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8th Grade Volleyball
about 2 months ago, ELLA EVANS
Today's Activities
What’s Taxed and What’s Not Under the One-Cent Tax Proposal Did you know? The one-cent tax proposed for McLean County only applies to items that are currently subject to Illinois sales tax. Here’s what won’t be taxed: 🍞 Groceries / Unprepared Food 💊 Prescription medications 🚗 Vehicles (cars, trucks, boats, RVs, mobile homes) 🚜 Farm equipment, parts, and inputs 💈 Personal/professional services (haircuts, accounting, legal services, etc.) 📊 Wholesale purchases What will be taxed? Only items that are currently taxed under Illinois law. For example: 🍜 Prepared foods 📺 Retail purchases (clothing, electronics, etc.) 📦 Online sales If approved, this tax will help fund critical improvements for our schools while minimizing impact on essential purchases. Learn more about how these funds would impact our school community by attending our community information meeting on March 10th @ 5:00 p.m. in the Media Center at Olympia High School, visiting our webpage www.april1cent.info or contacting us directly.
about 2 months ago, Olympia CUSD 16
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6th Grade Spotlight
about 2 months ago, LAURA O'DONNELL
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🗣️Community Meeting Tonight!📅 Our community meeting to discuss the One Cent Tax referendum will be held tonight. Join us to learn more and ask questions. 📍 Tonight! March 10th, 5 PM, OHS Media Center RSVP and details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/958190719740166
about 2 months ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Meeting Tonight
The Olympia Spartans volleyball team dominated DeeMack in the first round of Regionals! A huge win for the team, and they’re ready for the next challenge. Next up: The Spartans take on Williamsville this Tuesday! Let’s pack the stands and show our support!
2 months ago, Kim Logsdon
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2 months ago, ELLA EVANS
Today's Activities
MS Scholastic Bowl
2 months ago, ELLA EVANS
Today's Activities
🗣️Upcoming Meeting📅 Join us this month as we share information on the One-Cent Tax referendum. Learn more and ask questions! 📍Meeting: March 10th, 5 PM, OHS Media Center RSVP and details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/958190719740166 #april1cent
2 months ago, Olympia CUSD 16
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Today's Activities
2 months ago, ELLA EVANS
Today's Activities