In response to the growing legal and safety challenges facing students in the digital age, the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) has released a new educational video designed specifically for parents and guardians.

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The initiative was born out of S.B. 98 (2025): Parental Education on Student Use of Technology Amendments, a bill passed during the 2025 Utah Legislative Session. The legislation mandates that the state provide clear, accessible resources to help families navigate the complexities of their children's online lives.

Focusing on Safety and Legal Awareness

The video aims to bridge the gap between student technology use and parental awareness. It highlights several critical risks that have become increasingly common in schools across the state, including:

• Sharing Personal Data: Guidance on the risks of oversharing information through social media and other communication platforms.
• Explicit Content and Artificial Intelligence: Education on the severe legal and social consequences of creating or sharing sexual images, with a specific focus on the rising trend of artificially produced (AI-generated) images.
• Digital Permanence: Reminders for both parents and students that content shared online can rarely be fully erased and can impact a student's future opportunities.

Empowering Families

Beyond just highlighting risks, the resource provides practical ways for families to support safe and responsible technology use. It encourages open dialogue between parents and children and connects families with state resources like the SafeUT Crisis Line, which offers real-time support for students facing digital or mental health crises.

By making this information available via the USBE Prevention YouTube Channel and local school districts, Utah officials hope to empower parents to become proactive partners in their children's digital safety.

For parents interested in viewing the presentation or finding more resources, the video is available now as part of Utah's broader commitment to student well-being and digital citizenship.