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In this episode of the SmartSocial.com Podcast's District Talk segment, host Josh Ochs interviews Ms. Norma Martinez, Superintendent of the Centralia School District in North Orange County, California. They discuss the challenges parents face in keeping up with evolving apps and digital safety for their children. Ms. Martinez shares insights on how her district collaborates with parents to teach cyber safety, the importance of open communication, and implementing rules like charging phones outside of kids' bedrooms. They also touch on the integration and education of AI technology in schools, addressing the anxieties it causes parents. Additionally, the episode features advice from a real teen on recognizing red flags when interacting with strangers online.

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