Cyber Safety Cop
@CyberSafetyCop
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I am a law enforcement professional, school safety expert, and author of Parenting in the Digital World - A Step-by-Step Guide to Internet Safety.
Orange, CA
Joined December 2013
📱 NEW: What Parents Need to Know About Sora, the AI Video App Teens Are Loving 🎥 There's a new app making waves with teens—Sora—an AI-powered tool that lets users turn simple prompts, images, or recordings into incredibly realistic videos. While it may look like harmless fun
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Today, we’re grateful for our amazing community of parents, educators, and caregivers dedicated to keeping kids safe online. As you celebrate, take time to unplug, share laughter, and create lasting memories. Wishing you a joyful and safe Thanksgiving! 🥧✨ #HappyThanksgiving
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Check out my latest article: Abby Zwerner v. Ebony Parker: Case Overview from a Threat Assessment Professional https://t.co/KZRgLMxUIS via @LinkedIn
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On January 6, 2023, first-grade teacher Abby Zwerner was shot and seriously wounded by her 6-year-old student in a classroom at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia. The incident...
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📱 Don’t wait until it’s too late. If your child has a device that can take and send photos, you need to have the conversation now—before something happens. You might be thinking, “But my child is only 9… I’m not ready to talk about sexting.” But the truth is, if they’re old
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🎃 Be Wise With Your Online Disguise! 👻 Halloween is all about fun costumes and spooky surprises—but when it comes to sharing your Halloween snaps and locations online, take a moment to think twice. 🕵️♂️ Before you post: 📸 Avoid sharing photos that reveal your home, school, or
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Is your family struggling with screen time battles or digital overload? You’re not alone. In this powerful session, you’ll hear from: 🎙 John Winstanley – sharing his personal story of digital addiction and the path to healing 🛡 Clayton Cranford – offering practical tools to
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Just had an amazing webinar with John Winstanley, the Internet Addiction Coach, which is available on my website. It's available for members, but we have a 30-day no-risk trial for you to watch it and get access to all of our content. Parents and caregivers, you need to watch
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Check out my latest article: Clay’s Threat Assessment Rules That Will Save a Life or a Career: Introduction https://t.co/Ycnf27IPCM via @LinkedIn
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Why These Rules Exist — And Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore Them As a school resource officer and behavioral threat assessor with over 20 years in law enforcement, I’ve been in the room when the...
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💬 Life gets busy. Between work, errands, and everything else on our plates as parents, it's easy to forget the little things that mean the most. But here’s your reminder: Take 30 seconds and text your child something that reminds them how proud you are and how deeply they’re
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🚨 Parental Authority: 100% You, 0% Them 🚨 When it comes to your child’s safety in the digital world, nothing should be secret. Not passwords. Not conversations. Not what apps they’re using or who they’re talking to. ✅ You should know every password. ✅ You should know who
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📣 Important Alert: Unsolicited texts and phone calls are a common issue for many kids today. Instead of feeling scared, let's empower our kids to be prepared for these situations. Remember three simple steps: TELL, BLOCK, DELETE! But let's not just talk about it; let's put it
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🕯️ The Silent Killer in Our Communities: Fentanyl It’s cheap. It’s potent. And it’s taking lives at an alarming rate. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s 50 times stronger than heroin—and it’s now the #1 cause of overdose deaths among teens. Just one pill laced with fentanyl
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We all love sharing our kids’ big milestones—especially those adorable first-day-of-school pics. But before you hit post, make sure you’re not accidentally putting your child’s safety at risk. Here’s what to avoid: 🚫 No school name or location – Don’t let uniforms, signs, or
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Cyberbullying isn’t always obvious—and many teens suffer in silence. As parents, knowing the warning signs can make all the difference. Here’s what to look for: ❌ Sudden withdrawal from friends or activities they once enjoyed 📱 Anxiety or distress after using their phone or
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🧙♂️ PARENTAL CONTROL WIZARD – Your New Best Friend in Online Safety! Keeping up with all your child’s devices and apps can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to be. Introducing the Cyber Safety Wizard 🛡️ A game-changing tool that makes parental controls easy to understand and
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Raising kids in a digital world comes with real questions: 📱 When should they get a phone? 🛡 How do I keep them safe online? ⚖️ Where’s the balance between freedom and boundaries? Join Clayton Cranford, child safety expert and author of Screen Time Standoff, and Mark
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📱 Have you read our FREE eBook, "Navigating TikTok: A Safety Handbook for Parents"? If it helped you better understand TikTok’s risks and how to protect your kids—share it with another parent who needs it too! 🙌 Inside the guide: ✅ Why TikTok is so addictive for teens ✅ The
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⚠️ Inside the Diabolical World of Online Predators ⚠️ They don’t look like monsters. They don’t act like strangers. And they’re not just lurking in dark corners of the internet. Today’s online predators are patient, calculated, and manipulative. They’re using popular
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I collaborated on an article about a very timely and serious topic: Teens' use of companion AIs. I talk about this extensively in my parent talks and in the 4th edition of my book, Parenting in the Digital World https://t.co/9RenhNZyxm. Learn more about this and how to talk to
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💬 Real Feedback from Parents Like You! 💬 Thank you, Rose L., for your thoughtful review! 💙 Our mission is to educate and empower parents to navigate today’s digital world with confidence. Social media is constantly evolving, and staying informed is key to protecting our kids.
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