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To support parents and guardians HPEDSB is partnering with MediaSmarts. MediaSmarts provides comprehensive Canadian resources for digital and media literacy. To access these free resources, visit the MediaSmarts Website.
Available resources for families
MediaSmarts provides free, evidence-based tools designed to help families establish healthy digital habits together:
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Blogs: Read the latest articles from MediaSmarts experts and parent bloggers
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Games: Play engaging games designed to build media literacy skills.
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Tip sheets: Access quick, practical advice on common online issues.
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Guides: Use comprehensive guides to navigate complex digital topics like cyberbullying, privacy and artificial intelligence.
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Workshops and tutorials: Learn about various online activities through educational videos and guided sessions.
HPEDSB encourages families to explore these resources to help guide ongoing conversations about digital citizenship and online safety.
What is digital literacy?
Digital literacy goes beyond knowing how to use technology. In alignment with our strategic goals to prepare students for a rapidly changing world, it involves teaching them how to think critically about the media they consume and create. Key focus areas include:
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Verifying online information and recognizing misinformation.
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Understanding online privacy and data protection.
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Practicing positive digital citizenship and preventing cyberbullying.
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Balancing screen time with overall well-being.
At Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, we are committed to our 2025–2030 Strategic Plan mission: We educate and empower students with skills for success. Building strong digital literacy and online safety skills is a key part of this commitment, aligning directly with our strategic priorities to Foster Critical Thinking, Adaptability and Innovation and Promote Citizenship, Well-being and Safe Environments.