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Updated · newsdakota.com · Aug 5
Valley City Police Host Aug. 17 Internet Safety Night for Parents With BCI Child-Crimes Task Force
Updated
Updated · newsdakota.com · Aug 5

Valley City Police Host Aug. 17 Internet Safety Night for Parents With BCI Child-Crimes Task Force

1 articles · Updated · newsdakota.com · Aug 5

Summary

  • Aug. 17 at 5:30 p.m., Valley City Police and Valley City Public Schools will hold a Parent Internet Safety Night at the Hi Liner Activity Center lobby.
  • BCI Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force special agents and victim service specialists will guide parents on popular apps, parental controls, privacy settings, online risks and healthy screen-time habits.
  • Snapchat and TikTok will be among the platforms discussed, alongside advice on starting proactive conversations with children about digital safety.
  • A live Q&A and take-home resources are planned as organizers aim to help families strengthen online safety at home.

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