Password Power-Up Challenge

Objective: Brainstorm the criteria for a strong password, then practice rating sample passwords.

1. List Three Strong-Password Rules

Think about what makes a password hard to guess. On the lines below, write three qualities your ideal password should have.

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

2. Rate These Passwords

For each example below, decide if it’s Strong or Weak, then explain your reasoning.

Password: abc123
Strength: ______________
Reason: ________________________________________________________________



Password: Sunshine2020!
Strength: ______________
Reason: ________________________________________________________________



Password: Jk%5pQ!z#
Strength: ______________
Reason: ________________________________________________________________

After 3–4 minutes, we’ll share examples and compare notes.

Privacy Scenarios Chat

Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of 3–4.
• Give each group one scenario card below.
• Read the scenario, discuss the prompts, and write your responses in the spaces provided.
• After 5 minutes, each group will share their scenario and solution with the class.

Scenario 1: Stranger Friend Request

You get a friend request on a social media site from someone you don’t know. Their profile shows no mutual friends and very little information.

Discussion Prompts:

1. What privacy risks could accepting this request pose?
2. How would you respond to this request?
3. What would you tell a friend who is unsure?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Scenario 2: Sharing Photos

Your friend wants to post a group photo from lunch and tag everyone without asking first.

Discussion Prompts:

1. Why might someone not want to be tagged or have their photo shared?
2. How can you respect everyone’s privacy before posting?
3. What could you say to your friend?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Scenario 3: Location Tagging

A classmate is posting selfies and tagging the exact location of your favorite park.

Discussion Prompts:

1. What are the dangers of sharing your location online?
2. How might this information be misused?
3. What privacy settings or actions could prevent this?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Scenario 4: Comment Chain

You notice someone has posted personal comments (like phone number or address) in a public post thread on your school’s page.

Discussion Prompts:

1. What risks arise when personal info is shared publicly?
2. How should you and the page moderator handle it?
3. What advice would you give to the person who posted it?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Scenario 5: Quiz App Ask

A fun quiz app asks for your full name, birth date, and email before you can see your results.

Discussion Prompts:

1. Why do you think the app wants that information?
2. What could happen if you share real info?
3. How else can you enjoy the quiz safely?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Scenario 6: Cyberbullying Witness

You see a group chat where classmates are making fun of another student’s post.

Discussion Prompts:

1. How does cyberbullying affect people?
2. What should you do if you witness it?
3. How can you help stop it?

Responses:

1. _________________________________
   
   2. _________________________________
   
   3. _________________________________
   
   

Create Your Own Digital Contract

Purpose: Design your personal agreement for safe, respectful, and balanced online use. Keep this contract visible at home or in your digital workspace.

Instructions

1. Read each section below.
2. Write your own rules or guidelines in the space provided.
3. Be specific, realistic, and honest with yourself.
4. Sign and date at the end.

1. Password Rules

List at least three guidelines you’ll follow to keep your passwords strong and secure.

1. ________________________________________________________________
   
   
   
2. ________________________________________________________________
   
   
   
3. ________________________________________________________________
   
   
   
   (You can add more rules if you like.)

2. Screen-Time Limits

Set boundaries for how much time you’ll spend online each day or week, including social media, gaming, and other apps.

• Maximum daily screen time: ________________________________
  
  
  
• Specific “unplug” periods (e.g., homework, family time):
  ____________________________________________________
  
  
  

3. Sharing Boundaries

Decide what content is off-limits, when you’ll ask permission, and how you’ll protect others’ privacy.

• I will never share without permission:
  ____________________________________________________
  
  
  
• I will think twice before posting personal info such as:
  ____________________________________________________
  
  
  

4. Respectful Communication

Outline how you’ll behave online to prevent cyberbullying and foster positive interactions.

• I will treat others kindly by:
  ____________________________________________________
  
  
  
• If I see unkind behavior, I will:
  ____________________________________________________
  
  
  

5. Accountability & Support

Identify at least one person you’ll turn to for help with online safety or if you’re worried.
Name: __________________________________ Relationship: ____________________

Sign & Date

I, ____________________________, agree to follow these rules to keep my digital life safe and healthy.

Signed: _______________________ Date: _______________