Everyone loves Facebook and most people are starting to think that technology, specifically social media, will be what my generation is remembered for the most. In an effort to protect school children from inappropriate relationships with teachers, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon signed a new state law that specifically prohibits Facebook friendships between teachers and students.
The law is called the Amy Hestir Student Protection Act and it still allows teachers to set up public pages for their classes, but it prohibits friendships between teachers and students on social media websites. Unfortunately, students sometimes find themselves in bad relationships with teachers. Obviously lawmakers in Missouri decided they needed to address the increasing issues with Facebook.
Protecting students from inappropriate relationships, negative peer pressure and bullying is really important, and it is why I use my Happy Kids Safe Schools platform to promote education and programming that prevents bullying in our schools. Indiana needs a state law to make sure our kids have greater protection from bullying, especially cyberbullying and text-message bullying, so get in touch with your local lawmakers to make your voice heard. The Amy Hestir Student Protection Act is a step in the right direction because it shows that when lawmakers take a close look at the serious issues facing our children they will take action.
Keep reading the PresBlog to learn more about my Happy Kids Safe Schools platform and take a stand today against bullying in our schools and communities!
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