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- AP Cracks Down
- Father's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juicy Campus
- Mother's Day Fun and Games
- Top 5 Articles of the Month
- Internet Safety
- Macomb Internet Safety Day
- Happy St. Patrick's Day
- Leap Year Day
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Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Bloggers beware. What you write may cost you.
The Associated Press has been in the, well, news lately for cracking down on a popular blog.
The AP recently filed seven take down requests against the Drudge Retort for copyright infringement. The letter asked the six blogs and one user comment entries be disable or removed "EXPEDITIOUSLY."
The blogs in question reportedly contained short excerpts containing up to 79 words. The situation is now resolved.
In order to cite text from the Associated Press, the following fees have been implemented, known as the Excerpt for Web Use Policy. Fees vary depending on use.
Cadenhead
The AP recently filed seven take down requests against the Drudge Retort for copyright infringement. The letter asked the six blogs and one user comment entries be disable or removed "EXPEDITIOUSLY."
The blogs in question reportedly contained short excerpts containing up to 79 words. The situation is now resolved.
In order to cite text from the Associated Press, the following fees have been implemented, known as the Excerpt for Web Use Policy. Fees vary depending on use.
- 5-25 words = $12.50
- 26-50 words = $17.50
- 51-100 words = $25.00
- 101-250 words = $50.00
- 251 words and up = $100.00
Cadenhead
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Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Father's Day is going to be here before you know it. If you are looking for Father's Day cards, games or activities, look no further!
Father's Day is right around the corner. Here are a few family fun articles to help you celebrate this important day! Embrace him and treasure these special moments.
My dad passed away almost a year ago, so this Father's Day will be quite different. It feels sad, reflective and empty. It is impossible to fathom, almost surreal, knowing a parent is no longer on this earth. It seems like only yesterday my father was this vibrant, full of energy and brilliant man. Knowing he is gone, I'll never hear his voice or see him smile is overwhelming. I will miss you, Dad.
Free Father's Day Cards - Send dad a free electronic greeting or make one yourself.
Father's Day Fun and Games - Although these are for dad, the entire family can get in on the action. Loads of fun online and offline games, free of course.
Father's Day Printables for Kids - If you are looking for some activities for the kids, here ya go. These printables are not only fun, they are totally free.
Happy Father's Day!
My dad passed away almost a year ago, so this Father's Day will be quite different. It feels sad, reflective and empty. It is impossible to fathom, almost surreal, knowing a parent is no longer on this earth. It seems like only yesterday my father was this vibrant, full of energy and brilliant man. Knowing he is gone, I'll never hear his voice or see him smile is overwhelming. I will miss you, Dad.
Free Father's Day Cards - Send dad a free electronic greeting or make one yourself.
Father's Day Fun and Games - Although these are for dad, the entire family can get in on the action. Loads of fun online and offline games, free of course.
Father's Day Printables for Kids - If you are looking for some activities for the kids, here ya go. These printables are not only fun, they are totally free.
Happy Father's Day!
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
It must be May.
The weather is finally getting warmer, and winter is yet a another memory. Now that the "battle of the Davids" and the winner of that elusive Disco Ball are concluded, summer is right around the corner. School is over for some, and winding down for others-me included. Those of us still in school are looking forward to the quiet that summer brings. May is filled with special days including Mother's Day, graduation, weddings and Memorial Day.
In America, Memorial Day is often thought to officially "kick-off" summer. But the true spirit of Memorial Day needs to be remembered. Read Memorial Day Projects for Children for educational, informative and online activities for children.
Planning a wedding can be exciting, nerve-wracking and stressful. Save time with this money-saving article, Affordable Wedding Flowers.
Enjoy!
In America, Memorial Day is often thought to officially "kick-off" summer. But the true spirit of Memorial Day needs to be remembered. Read Memorial Day Projects for Children for educational, informative and online activities for children.
Planning a wedding can be exciting, nerve-wracking and stressful. Save time with this money-saving article, Affordable Wedding Flowers.
Enjoy!
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Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
JuicyCampus is a very disturbing and hurtful "gossip" social networking website frequented by college students. 20/20 will be airing a segment on JuicyCampus May 16th.
Juicy Campus is a popular website frequented by college students. The website, launched in 2007, allows students to post whatever they want, totally anonymously. Students post comments about other students, including their entire name, anonymously. Once a message is posted, people are able to "vote" on comments. Once published, postings can not be edited or deleted.
To say the postings are disturbing is an understatement. The comments I have seen have been hateful, derogatory, inflammatory, and hurtful. While some name the most “promiscuous” college student, others publish untrue posts such as the biggest druggie or seller on campus.
The JuicyCampus slogan states, "Always Anonymous. Always Juicy."
While these types of websites can provide an outlet for students and provide a venue for freedom of expression, anonymous students are able to post cruel, malicious, hateful and inflammatory remarks about named people, anonymously.
It deeply saddens me to see websites like this. As an advocate for children's safety, freedom of expression is important. But when people are encouraged to post anonymous messages that are cruel and hateful about a named person, that is concerning.
ABC’s 20/20 will broadcast a segment on JuicyCampus Friday, May 16th. Please watch.
To say the postings are disturbing is an understatement. The comments I have seen have been hateful, derogatory, inflammatory, and hurtful. While some name the most “promiscuous” college student, others publish untrue posts such as the biggest druggie or seller on campus.
The JuicyCampus slogan states, "Always Anonymous. Always Juicy."
- "There is no way for someone using the site to find out who you are. And we at JuicyCampus are not keeping track of who you are or what you post. In fact, we prefer not to know who you are."
- There is a disclaimer on JuicyCampus for those children under 18, "some content may be considered inappropriate and harmful to minors".
- "Unlawful, threatening, abusive, tortious,defamatory,obscene, libelous, or invasive of another's privacy."
- "You can’t post lies about people or groups – that’s called defamation and it’s illegal....
While these types of websites can provide an outlet for students and provide a venue for freedom of expression, anonymous students are able to post cruel, malicious, hateful and inflammatory remarks about named people, anonymously.
It deeply saddens me to see websites like this. As an advocate for children's safety, freedom of expression is important. But when people are encouraged to post anonymous messages that are cruel and hateful about a named person, that is concerning.
ABC’s 20/20 will broadcast a segment on JuicyCampus Friday, May 16th. Please watch.
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Celebrate the most important lady in your life this year, with loads of family fun activities, games and printable projects.
Mother's Day is right around the corner. Celebrate mom with the many family fun activities, games, printables and other entertaining projects.
Visit the websites listed below for child-friendly, kid-safe and just plain fun Mother's Day articles.
Free Mother's Day Cards - This article provides a plethora of fantastic greeting cards for that special lady in your life. From free electronic eCards to unique printable cards, a wide array of greetings are listed.
Mother's Day Brain Games - This fun article lists many brain games, silly games and teasers for mom and the entire family. Most are played online but several can be downloaded for offline fun. All are free, of course.
Free Mother's Day Printables - Why not make something for mom from the comfort of your own home? There are plenty of free printable projects listed in this read.
Enjoy!
Visit the websites listed below for child-friendly, kid-safe and just plain fun Mother's Day articles.
Free Mother's Day Cards - This article provides a plethora of fantastic greeting cards for that special lady in your life. From free electronic eCards to unique printable cards, a wide array of greetings are listed.
Mother's Day Brain Games - This fun article lists many brain games, silly games and teasers for mom and the entire family. Most are played online but several can be downloaded for offline fun. All are free, of course.
Free Mother's Day Printables - Why not make something for mom from the comfort of your own home? There are plenty of free printable projects listed in this read.
Enjoy!
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Read The Top 5 Articles of the Month for loads of educational, helpful and insightful information.
It's official. Spring is finally here! While many of us are outside raking leaves, trimming trees and mowing the weeds that are already two feet tall, some of us stay inside and leave those kinds of chores to someone else.
The following articles provide a wide variety of topics. From special celebrations and holidays to informative how-to articles. Whether you, or someone you know, is planning a wedding, or whether you are wondering what spyware is and how on earth to get rid of it, you will find the information here at Suite101.
The following articles provide a wide variety of topics. From special celebrations and holidays to informative how-to articles. Whether you, or someone you know, is planning a wedding, or whether you are wondering what spyware is and how on earth to get rid of it, you will find the information here at Suite101.
- Earth Day Activities for Kids- Celebrate and Learn about Earth Day with free educational projects.
- 4 Free Spyware Downloads - What is spyware? Detect and protect computers with free anti-spyware programs.
- 4 Free Photo Editing Programs - Learn how to edit, tweak and manipulate all sorts of photographs and images online for free
- Free May Day Activities for Kids - May Day is right around the corner. Have some fun with some free May Day activities for children.
- Affordable Wedding Flowers - Planning a wedding can be loads of fun, but for many, it is overwhelming and stressful. This article provides some assistance for those who are looking info floral arrangements.
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Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Nearly 500 parents, educators, law enforcement officials and children, celebrated the second annual Macomb Internet Safety Day!
It's been nearly one week since our very successful 2nd annual Internet Safety Day took place.
The entire day went without a hitch! The honorable Mayor kicked off Internet Safety Day by explaining to the second and third children what a "proclamation" was during our student assembly. There were 300 people, including the children, in attendance! After a very special presentation, the children finally found out who the six winners of the poster contest were!
In the evening, the Macomb Online Safety Team (M.O.S.T.) sponsored our annual Internet Safety parental event. Miss Macomb 2007 emceed the event and the Mayor officially proclaimed the day "Macomb Internet Safety Day". Nearly 200 people showed up to hear our very special guest Sarah Migas, from the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and our very special keynote speaker, Tina Meier. Both shared a wealth of information to parents, educators and law enforcement in the audience.
As Chairperson of the M.O.S.T. committee and Regional Office of Education Internet Safety Coordinator, I wanted this year's focus to be solely on the growing issue of electronic bullying. The poster contest, video contest and the parental event dealt specifically with cyberbullying. Hopefully, those in attendance were educated as to the real risks involved with cyberbullying.
Many dedicated and devoted individuals worked very long hours to bring this event to fruition. It was in the planning stages for one entire year.
On a personal note, I was deeply honored to meet Tina Meier. She has remarkable courage and strength. Taking an incredibly painful and tragic event, and helping others avoid the same pain.
For photographs of the day, please visit:
Internet Safety Advisor
The entire day went without a hitch! The honorable Mayor kicked off Internet Safety Day by explaining to the second and third children what a "proclamation" was during our student assembly. There were 300 people, including the children, in attendance! After a very special presentation, the children finally found out who the six winners of the poster contest were!
In the evening, the Macomb Online Safety Team (M.O.S.T.) sponsored our annual Internet Safety parental event. Miss Macomb 2007 emceed the event and the Mayor officially proclaimed the day "Macomb Internet Safety Day". Nearly 200 people showed up to hear our very special guest Sarah Migas, from the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and our very special keynote speaker, Tina Meier. Both shared a wealth of information to parents, educators and law enforcement in the audience.
As Chairperson of the M.O.S.T. committee and Regional Office of Education Internet Safety Coordinator, I wanted this year's focus to be solely on the growing issue of electronic bullying. The poster contest, video contest and the parental event dealt specifically with cyberbullying. Hopefully, those in attendance were educated as to the real risks involved with cyberbullying.
Many dedicated and devoted individuals worked very long hours to bring this event to fruition. It was in the planning stages for one entire year.
On a personal note, I was deeply honored to meet Tina Meier. She has remarkable courage and strength. Taking an incredibly painful and tragic event, and helping others avoid the same pain.
For photographs of the day, please visit:
Internet Safety Advisor
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Tuesday, April 1st, 2008, is Macomb Internet Safety Day.
The Macomb Online Safety Team (M.O.S.T.) and the Regional Office of Education, are proud to announce the 2nd annual Macomb Internet Safety Day, April 1st, 2008.
This year will focus solely on the rapidly growing problem of electronic bullying.
For eight weeks, over 250 second and third grade children when through a personalized online safety curriculum. At the end of their lessons, the second and third grade students participated in a Internet Safety Poster Contest, which focused on the growing problem of cyberbullying.
A group of "celebrity judges", which included local law and fire officials, chose the winning posters.
On April 1st, 2008, there will be two important events that occur:
Afternoon Event:
As Internet Safety Coordinator and M.O.S.T. Chairperson, it is an honor and privilege to provide such a powerful and informative event for the community.
For further information, visit:
Internet Safety Advisor
This year will focus solely on the rapidly growing problem of electronic bullying.
For eight weeks, over 250 second and third grade children when through a personalized online safety curriculum. At the end of their lessons, the second and third grade students participated in a Internet Safety Poster Contest, which focused on the growing problem of cyberbullying.
A group of "celebrity judges", which included local law and fire officials, chose the winning posters.
On April 1st, 2008, there will be two important events that occur:
Afternoon Event:
- At 1:45, there will be a student assembly for all second and third grade students at Lincoln Elementary School. The children will watch a presentation provided by Netsmartz. After the presentation, Principal Ed Fulkerson and myself will announce the six winners of the Internet Safety Poster contest. Prizes donated from local businesses, will be given to winners.
- At 6:30 P.M.,the Honorable Mayor of Macomb will proclaim "Macomb Internet Safety Day"
- Miss Macomb 2007, will emcee
- Results from the Junior and Senior High School cyberbullying survey will be presented
- Cyberbullying movie from Jace Galloway will be highlighted
- Cyberbullying videos from Macomb High School students will be shown
- Sarah Migas, Internet Safety Specialist, from the High Tech Crimes Bureau of the Office of Illinois Attorney General will be a speaker
- Ms. Tina Meier, well-known speaker and cyberbullying advocate, will be our keynote
As Internet Safety Coordinator and M.O.S.T. Chairperson, it is an honor and privilege to provide such a powerful and informative event for the community.
For further information, visit:
Internet Safety Advisor
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Open the windows and let some fresh air in. Spring is right around the corner.
Could it be that lingering snow is finally melting? Do I really see tiny flower buds peeking out of the cold ground from a long winter's nap? And unless I'm mistaken, I believe that big yellow thing I saw in the sky the other day, was actually the sun. Yes sir, I think spring has finally sprung!
This has been the longest winter! I believe it was the pundits who swore we were in for a mild winter! So much for the experts! But no matter where you live, unless you own a ski resort, I would bet most people are more than ready to say goodbye to winter and hello spring!
As I write this, I am on "Spring Break". Of course, I'm spending it working. But regardless, having a week off from "work" can't be beat. Plus, St. Patrick's Day is just a few days ago, and Easter follows quickly behind. We are on the home stretch and I, for one, am getting very antsy!
The articles listed below include four St. Patrick's Day fun for the entire family. (I'm sensing a theme here)! :-) From free St. Paddy's Day greeting cards and simple printable projects to free online activities for children of ages.
Free St. Patrick's Day Activities
Free St. Patrick's Day eCards
St. Patrick's Day Games for Kids
St. Patrick's Day Online Fun
Enjoy!
This has been the longest winter! I believe it was the pundits who swore we were in for a mild winter! So much for the experts! But no matter where you live, unless you own a ski resort, I would bet most people are more than ready to say goodbye to winter and hello spring!
As I write this, I am on "Spring Break". Of course, I'm spending it working. But regardless, having a week off from "work" can't be beat. Plus, St. Patrick's Day is just a few days ago, and Easter follows quickly behind. We are on the home stretch and I, for one, am getting very antsy!
The articles listed below include four St. Patrick's Day fun for the entire family. (I'm sensing a theme here)! :-) From free St. Paddy's Day greeting cards and simple printable projects to free online activities for children of ages.
Free St. Patrick's Day Activities
Free St. Patrick's Day eCards
St. Patrick's Day Games for Kids
St. Patrick's Day Online Fun
Enjoy!
Posted by
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
First the solar eclipse, now Leap Year Day. It's been quite a week!
Happy Leap Year Day everyone! How would you like to have your birthday come around once every four years? Come to think of it, for those of us ancient folk, it wouldn't be such a bad idea.
Working with over 500 youngsters every week, it is often a daunting task to find educational, child-safe and free online activities for children. I scour the Internet for many hours trying to locate interactive projects that will entertain and educate at the same time.
The articles below cover a wide range of age-appropriate interactive projects.
Leap Year Day for Kids is an article that provides some learning and fun activities for children. What is Leap Day? What are the origins? I bet you'd be surprised.
Learn to Count Online is an article geared for children just learning how to count. Lots of fun games are included.
Download Free Microsoft Software is an article for college students. Microsoft is offering free professional-level software for college students. A wonderful incentive and project. Be sure to check this out if you have a college student!
Enjoy!
Working with over 500 youngsters every week, it is often a daunting task to find educational, child-safe and free online activities for children. I scour the Internet for many hours trying to locate interactive projects that will entertain and educate at the same time.
The articles below cover a wide range of age-appropriate interactive projects.
Leap Year Day for Kids is an article that provides some learning and fun activities for children. What is Leap Day? What are the origins? I bet you'd be surprised.
Learn to Count Online is an article geared for children just learning how to count. Lots of fun games are included.
Download Free Microsoft Software is an article for college students. Microsoft is offering free professional-level software for college students. A wonderful incentive and project. Be sure to check this out if you have a college student!
Enjoy!
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