Setting Cell Phone Rules
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When that first cell phone comes with written rules and responsibilities in the form of a signed agreement , young people learn how to handle them responsibly . If you ask your kids what they think the rules should be , and negotiate until you ’ re happy , they will “ own ” those rules .
1 . Never send anything you wouldn ’ t want forwarded to everyone in your school , your principal , and your parent . Remember that everything you send can become public .
2 . Always ask before you forward a text or photo . Be respectful . How would you feel if someone forwarded an unflattering photo of you ?
3 . Always ask before you take a photo or video . Even once someone has given you permission to take a photo , ask before you post it .
4 . If someone asks you to send a sexy photo , remember that even with Snapchat , the