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The information and statistical data contained in this How to Talk to Your Kids about better protecting their
bulletin was gathered from netsmartz.org. online lives
61% of 13 to 17 year olds have a personal profile on a Prepare your children for the online world just as
site such as MySpace, Friendster, or Xanga. Half you would for the real world.
have also posted pictures of themselves online. * Establish guidelines and rules.
71% reported receiving messages online form * Know who communicates with your children.
someone they don't know,
Learn about the Internet.
45% have been asked for personal information by
someone they don't know. *Familiarize yourself with the programs your children
are using.
30% have considered meeting someone that they've
only talked to online. *Consider using Internet filters or blocks.
14% have actually met a person face-to-face that Place the family's computer in a common room
they've only spoken to over the Internet (9% of 13- where supervision and guidelines are met.
15s; 22% of 16-17s) Limiting your children's computer time is not
When teens received messages online from someone enough to safeguard them on the Internet.
they don't know, 40 % reported that they'll usually * Talking about the benefts and dangers on the
reply and chat with that person. Internet and making sure your children are making
Only 18% said they'll tell an adult. smart decisions while online is also important.
Explain to your children that Instant Messenger
(IM) is only for chatting with school and family
friends who they know by face and are approved
by you.
*Make sure they can put a face to every screen name
on their IM “buddy list”.
65% of incidents happen in chatrooms.
*Make sure your children know how dangerous it is to
give out personal information such as their name,
mailing address or E-mail address.
*Stress the fact that it is not safe to get together with
someone they first “meet” online.
Plus, the site offers an Internet Safety Pledge for all age groups; included is a snapshot of a pledge which is
appropriate for grades K – 2. I like this because the language is easy for a small child to understand and follow.
Plus it requires a signature from the child and parent/guardian. This teaches responsibility, and the importance
of open communication with a parent or guardian.
Also, I added a brief list of Chatroom abbreviations. There is a more extensive list on netsmartz.org however it's 13 pages
long. I found the list a bit overwhelming and I'm sure it's because I'm not texting proficient. AAR (at any rate), there is a
website that can translate the abbreviations; it is www.netlingo.com. In order to translate find Internet Slang Translator. I
entered several abbreviations and FTMP (for the most part) it was correct. I entered two longer abbreviations and the
translator was unable to identify. WTS (with that said), I still found it easy to use and the translations were on target.
Chatroom Abbreviations
A/S/L? = age, sex, location
A/S/L/M/H? = age, sex, location, music, hobbies
Btw = between you and me
BWO = black/white/other
DIKU = do I know you
EMA = what is your E-mail address
F2F = face to face
FITB = fill in the blanks
IPN = I'm posting naked
IRL = in real life
IYKWIMAITYD = if you know what I mean and I think you do
IYSWIM = if you see what I mean
KWIM = know what I mean?
LSV = language, sex, violence
M/F = male/female
MA – mature audience
MKOP = my kind of place
NAZ = name, address, zip
NP = nosy parents
OLL = online love
OT = off topic
P911 = my parents are coming!
PA = parent alert
PAL = parents are listening
PANB = parents are nearby
PAW = parents are watching
PIR = parent in room
POS = parent over shoulder
POTS = plain old telephone service
R/t = real time
RBTL = read between the lines
RL = real life
RSN = real soon now
RUMORF = are you male or female
RUUP4IT = are you up for it?
SITD = still in the dark
SN = screen name
SPST = same place same time
TAW = teachers are watching
TOPCA = til our paths cross again
TTTT = these things take time
WTGP = want to go private
WUF = where are you from
WYCM = will you call me
WYRN = what's your real name
What to do if you suspect or know the following....... What NOT to do.......
If you think your child has received child Discipline your child...they may be a victim of a
pornography or has sent a naked picture of crime
themselves
Your child has been solicited for sex while online Don't panic
Your child has received sexually explicit images Don't use the computer any further.
from someone who knows that he/she is under 18
CONTACT THE LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT DO.....CALL THE LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT.
AT 5876730 or 5876728. THEY CAN EXAMINE THE COMPUTER TO
DETERMINE THE EXTENT OF THE ISSUE.
The Federal Bureau of Investigations has an interactive CD that is appropriate for all ages. If you would
like a free CD you can come to either Largo City Hall or Largo Police Department lobbies and pick one
up. The CDs will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
Visit www.netsmartz.org
Protect and give your child the knowledge to protect
themselves against internet predators.
There are software packages available that can be installed on computers for parents to view
text messages, block unsuitable sites, etc... Also, some are so sophisticated the parent can
be alerted when their child either text messages or receives text messages containing
certain words. If you are interested in learning more a couple of reliable programs are Net
Nanny and Safe Eyes.
The Largo Police Department does not endorse one software product over another. These
are just examples of available software.
Net Nanny: pcmag.com: Review: http://www.netnanny.com
Bottom Line
Net Nanny does everything a parentalcontrol utility should do. It also offers unique features
like secure Webtraffic filtering and ESRBbased game control. Balancing privacy and
security, it can record IM conversations only if they seem dangerous. Email alerts and full
remote configuration let you manage wherever you are. Net Nanny remains our Editors'
Choice for parental control.
Pros
Realtime contentbased Web filtering, even in HTTPS. Can record all IMs and send an alert
on problem conversations. ESRBbased game filtering. Interactive reports. Email alerts. Full
remote management. Internet time scheduler now allows override.
Cons
New socialnetworking monitor is limited. More expensive than the competition for multiPC
households. Timescheduler overrides not logged.
Safe Eyes: pcmag.com: Review http://www.internetsafety.com
Bottom Line
Safe Eyes 5 does everything you'd expect a parental control utility to do and more. Its Web
based protection covers up to three computers (PC or Mac) and allows remote management
from a browser. And this is one tough cookie?the kids won't break its protection.
Pros
Blocks inappropriate Web sites. Controls Internet usage time, can control which programs
access the Internet. Logs online activity. Remote management capability. Can alert via e
mail, text message, or phone.
Cons
Optional keywordbased URL blocking can block valid sites. Webbased admin interface can
sometimes go blank waiting for server response
Employee Safety
Name: John Kypouros
DOB: 7/29/67
Please notify the Largo Police Department if you come in
contact with Mr. Kypouros.
LPD History
09-10553: Information Report
09-9931: Battery Simple Touch or Strike
09-9960: Violation of PreTrial Release
08-13418: Battery Simple Touch or Strike
07-11375: Battery on 65 yoa or Older
City Wide
Robbery
9/3/09 through 10/2/09
There have been 13 robberies City wide since September 3. There doesn't appear to be a pattern and several individuals have been
arrested.
Report
Number Location Date Time DOW Item Arrested
09-10492 1499 S Belcher Rd 10/2/09 16:17 Fri
09-10469 8650 Ulmerton Rd 10/2/09 02:00 Fri
09-10372 1180 Jasper St 9/29/09 19:58 Tue Money, Wallet
Randall
Chunn,
09-10322 1000 N Missouri Ave 9/28/09 14:00 Mon Miscellaneous Glenn Stoner
09-10290 1111 N Missouri Ave 9/27/09 15:27 Sun Miscellaneous
21:45
09-10134 3366 Camelot Dr 9/23/09 21:50 Wed Money
09-9968 1406 Clearwater Largo Rd N 9/19/09 23:15 Sat Brent Ryan
22:50 Patrick
09-9928 1111 N Missouri Ave 9/18/09 23:02 Fri Corcoran
09-9735 403 Clearwater Largo rd 9/8/09 16:30 Thurs Bike
09-9535 196 8 th St NE 9/9/09 13:10 Wed MP2 Player, Cell Phone
02:00
09-9427 301 N Belcher Rd 9/6/09 02:15 Sun Attempted
22:45
09-9385 4100 East Bay Dr 9/4/09 22:46 Fri Money
00:01
09-9322 1406 Clearwater Largo Rd N 9/3/09 00:30 Thurs Money, Jewelry
City Wide
Motor Vehicle Thefts
9/1/09 through 10/2/09
There have been 11 motor vehicle thefts since September 1. There doesn't appear to be a specific make or model being taken.
Report
Number Location Date Time DOW Vehicle Tag Recovery
09- 10/2/09 20:00 2005 Dodge Grand
10522 2111 62 nd Ave N 10/3/09 09:55 Fri/Sat Caravan, silver in color FC3969 Attempted
09- 9/29/09 22:00 Tue/ 2005 Nissan Altima,
10394 7500 Ulmerton Rd 9/30/09 11:00 Wed silver in color T673VC
09- 09/28/09 00:58 Mon/ 1997 Honda Civic, white
10336 2200 Gladys St 09/29/09 00:00 Tue in color 915XNQ Recovered
09- 02:00 1996 chevy Lumina,
10227 724 3 rd Ave NE 9/19/09 07:00 Sat green in color SGRFREE 3 rd Ave NE
09- 9/20/09 22:30 Sun/ 1989 Chevy Z28, silver
10113 1201 Seminole Blvd 9/21/09 06:45 Mon in color H585AY Recovered
The Center District had eight conveyance burglaries that were similar by location, and date/time.
Report
Number Location Dates(s) Time(s) DOW Entry Item(s)
01:06
09-10054 1162 Fay Ave 9/21/09 07:00 Mon Unlocked GPS
01:00 Unzipped
09-10050 3068 Stratford Dr 9/21/09 08:00 Mon soft top
9/20/09 19:30 Sun /
09-10047 507 Shore Dr 9/21/09 02:00 Mon Unlocked GPS
09-10025 500 Hillcrest Dr 9/21/09 10:47 Mon Unlocked Prescription
9/20/09 21:00 Sun/
09-10021 2890 Stratford Dr 9/21/09 08:00 Mon Unlocked
9/20/09 21:00 Sun/
09-10017 2915 Stratford Dr 9/21/09 08:00 Mon Unlocked Ipod, Money
01:06
09-10015 510 Hillcrest Dr 9/21/09 07:06 Mon Unlocked Money
9/20/09 21:00 Sun/
09-10014 501 Hillcrest Dr 9/21/09 07:48 Mon Unlocked Money
Arrests
9/27/09 through 10/3/09
Aggravated Battery BatterySimple Touch or Strike
Report Number: 09-10280 Report Number: 09-10278 Report Number: 09-10335 Report Number: 09-10333 Report Number: 09-10352
Name: Raymond Stringer Name: Theresa Simmons Name: Christopher Creamer Name: Tim Shepherd Name: Harry Pope
DOB: 1/14/67 DOB: 1/10/66 DOB: 11/19/86 DOB: 1/6/63 DOB: 9/17/63
Arrest Location: 50 block of Arrest Location: 1100 block Arrest Location: 300 block of N Arrest Location: 1000 block of Arrest Location: 50 block of
N Missouri Ave of 7th St SW Belcher Rd 15th Ave NW 21st Terrr SE
Burglary Driving Under the Influence
Report Number: 09-10378 Report Number:09-10380 Report Number: 09-10426 Report Number: 0910275 Report Number: 0910274
Drugs/Narcotics
Report Number: 09-10329 Report Number: 09-10359 Report Number:09-10382 Report Number: 09-09-10466 Report Number: 09-10466
Name: Sven Krueger Name: Arnette Harrington Name: Lana Gourometsios Name: Christopher Zellner Name: Steven Cristofono
DOB: 8/11/80 DOB: 1/20/89 DOB: 10/15/76 DOB: 1/24/86 DOB: 8/8/87
Arrest Location: 16000 block Arrest Location: Freemont Arrest Location: Starkey Rd& Arrest Location: 2 nd Ave NE & Arrest Location: 2 nd Ave NE &
of Bay Vista Dr Ave & 29th St S East Bay Dr Highland Ave Highland Ave NE
Larceny
Report Number: 09-9673 Report Number: 09-9406 Report Number: 09-10413 Report Number: 09-10410 Report Number: 09-10396
Name: Larry Rex Name: Kipp McDowell Name: Sheree Dean Name: John Robertson Name: Marie Gallagher
DOB: 1/21/66 DOB: 5/26/74 DOB: 8/31/79 DOB: 9/6/79 DOB: 9/10/75
Arrest Location: 2100 block Arrest Location: 1100 block Arrest Location: 2400 block of Arrest Location: 1200 block of Arrest Location: 1200 block
of Lions Club Rd of N Missouri Ave East Bay Dr N Missouri Ave of N Missouri Ave
Larceny
Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10334 Report Number: 09-10368
Name: LaDana Blackburn Name: Randall Chunn Name: Glenn Stoner Name: Damien Moscetti Name: Kenneth Bell
DOB: 11/22/77 DOB: 9/18/76 DOB: 10/31/82 DOB: 2/11/86 DOB: 5/20/66
Arrest Location: 1000 block Arrest Location: 1000 block Arrest Location: 1000 block Arrest Location: 900 block of Arrest Location: 10600 block
of N Missouri Ave of N Missouri Ave of N Missouri Ave Seminole Blvd of Ulmerton Rd
Miscellaneous
Report Number: 09-10301 Report Number: 09-10301 Report Number: 09-10307 Report Number: 09-10383 Report Number: 09-10460
Name: Gaitrip Kilroy Name: Harrichand Name: Robert Engle Name: Steven Bly Name: Rachael Hardman
DOB: 10/15/65 Balkissoon DOB: 7/8/84 DOB: 3/26/61 DOB: 8/18/82
Charge: Violation of DOB: 11/16/51 Charge: Violation of Domestic Charge: Disorderly Intoxication Charge: Tamper w/victim,
Domestic Violence Charge: Resisiting- Violence Injunction Arrest Location: 200 block of witness
Injunction Obstructing w/o Violence Arrest Location: Rosery Rd 14th St SW Arrest Location: 7300 block
Arrest Location: Cromwell Arrest Location: Cormwell NE of Ulmerton Rd
Dr Dr
Trespass