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School Shooting Threats Sweep New Jersey, Fueled by National Social Media Trend

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Ridgewood NJ, in recent weeks, New Jersey schools and law enforcement have been grappling with a wave of school shooting threats circulating on social media platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Facebook. This alarming trend, which mirrors incidents nationwide, has led to police investigations, lockdowns, and multiple student arrests, including that of a 10-year-old in South Jersey. The Ridgewood blog has reported lockdowns in Westwood , Bloomfield and Waldwick.

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PA Man Arrested in Mahwah “Sextortion” Plot

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Mahwah NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JOURDEN BATTLE, 24, of Tobyhanna, PA, on the charge of theft by extortion. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Oradell Police Warn of Anonymous Opportunists Using Snapchat to Blackmail Juveniles

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Oradell NJ, there have been a few reports to the Oradell Police Department involving Juveniles and Snapchat. Juveniles are receiving “friend requests” on Snapchat from unknown people. The Juveniles have accepted the friend requests and started communicating with them. In a few instances, it has been reported that the unknown actors have gained a rapport with the Juveniles and convinced them to send explicit photos. The actor then screenshots the photo and demands money. In the reported instances the juveniles have a lot of personal information listed on their snapchat such as their other social media accounts (friends lists) and locations (their address).

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Some Insights on Snapchat Dating

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Snapchat is a social media app created by Evan Spiegel and has transformed the way we communicate. It is not only popular with teenagers but also with a large age group of adults in various parts of the world. 

Its popularity might have something to do with its ability to make people feel as if they are talking to someone, even when they are not. It is a bit like messaging that you are in your own private little world where no one can interrupt you – whether it be a friend or a total stranger. And because of all this, Snapchat dating is on the rise. 

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New Jersey’s Acting Attorney General Called Out for Ignoring Calls to Protect Children on Social Media Platforms

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Trenton NJ, Forty-four states’ and territories’ Attorneys General recently called on social media giants TikTok and Snapchat to collaborate with parental control applications so fathers, mothers and guardians can monitor their children’s social media usage on those platforms.

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Top 9 Brands Who Are Crushing It With Instagram Stories

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Social media has inserted itself firmly in everyone’s day to day life – be it Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, or Instagram. Advertising and marketing have, in turn, evolved to deliver quick content that can be received by users and potential clients. This is where Instagram stories play a crucial role. They help brands and pages assess the number of people viewing their content and better understand the level of engagement that they have or which they require.  

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17-year-old Student made Threat Against Saddle Brook High School on Snapchat

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Saddle Brooke NJ, a student at Saddle Brook High School has been arrested and charged after making a threat against his school on Snapchat, prompting a boosted police presence at the school.

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NEW BOOK “THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS”

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HOW TO KEEP KIDS SAFE ON FACEBOOK, SNAPCHAT, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, ONLINE APPS + MORE

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Ridgewood NJ, How can you keep children safe on social networks like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter, and protect their privacy on online apps? At what age should kids be allowed on these services? And what’s the best way to monitor their social media activity – as well as address any concerns that may come up?

You’ll find answers to these questions and more in new book , by author Scott Steinberg ,THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS (https://www.AKeynoteSpeaker.com/Parents) – the ultimate guide to navigating today’s fast-moving social media landscape and keeping kids safe on the Internet – out today from bestselling keynote speaker and trends expert Scott Steinberg. Providing the answers that parents and teachers need to know to teach responsible social media habits, protect children’s privacy, and make social networks a more positive part of household and classroom life, THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS offers crucial insights for equipping kids with all the tools that they to succeed in a connected world.

Designed to help kids and parents stay ahead of fast-changing online apps, and services, the book provides a vital resource for managing the use of high-tech devices and navigating today’s rapidly-evolving social media landscape. Important questions you’ll find answered inside include:

• How can you keep kids safe on social networks?
• Which types of information are OK to share on the Internet?
• What’s the best way to handle online and high-tech threats?
• How can you teach responsible online habits?
• What can you do to manage your family’s online reputation?

Want to keep your family safe? Know who your kids are connecting with? Teach positive online habits? Don’t miss THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS – a must-read for any adult raising children in the digital and online age.

The book can be ordered at https://www.AKeynoteSpeaker.com/Parents

THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS presents a groundbreaking guide on how to keep kids safe on social media services, how to protect their privacy online, and what parents need to know about popular social networks like Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, and more. Designed to help kids and parents stay ahead of fast-changing online apps and services, it’s a vital resource for navigating today’s fast-evolving social media landscape. THE MODERN PARENT’S GUIDE TO FACEBOOK AND SOCIAL NETWORKS decodes the world of social media for today’s family and offers a complete range of expert hints, tips and solutions for ensuring that parents and kids alike can enjoy healthier and more rewarding experiences online. Topics covered include the use of social networks; keeping kids safe online; managing the use of high-tech devices and apps; and more.

Author Scott Steinberg was recently named the Master of Innovation by Fortune magazine, award-winning professional speaker Scott Steinberg is among today’s top trends experts and futurists, as seen in 600+ outlets from CNN to Time and The Wall St. Journal. The bestselling author of Make Change Work for You: 10 Ways to Future-Proof Yourself, Fearlessly Innovate, and Succeed Despite Uncertainty and Millennial Marketing: Bridging the Generation Gap, he heads management consulting and market research firm TechSavvy Global, which helps clients identify and adapt to emerging trends. A top-rated keynote speaker and the host of Next Up on NewsWatch, he provides presentations and training workshops at events, meetings and conferences. His website is www.AKeynoteSpeaker.com

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Chicago High School Superintendent: Teen Sexting Is a Police Matter

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Chicago High School Superintendent: Teen Sexting Is a Police Matter

Two teens send nude selfies. Police spend several weeks, interview 25 students to “investigate.”

Elizabeth Nolan Brown|Mar. 18, 2015 5:15 pm

From suburban Chicago, another tale of teens being treated like criminals for sharing sexually oriented photos with each other. Four students at Ridgewood High School, in the suburb of Norridge, now face possible charges for “dissemination of harmful material to a minor,” police said. Those charged include two girls, 15 and 17, who sent nude photos of themselves via Snapchat and two male teens who received the photos and forwarded them to others. Another student overheard classmates discussing it and ratted them out to school officials, who ratted them out to the police.

Why the sex lives of teens should be subject to school discipline is suspect enough, but it’s extra perplexing what interest the government has in such matters. We’re talking about teens using private phones and communications platforms to exchange photos. It may not be the most wise move to send nude selfies to your crush, but criminal? Surely police resources could be used in better ways?

https://reason.com/blog/2015/03/18/high-school-superintendent-teen-sexting