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Stop. Close. Tell.: Staying Safe With AI

This safety lesson gives younger students a simple response routine for uncomfortable or unsafe AI interactions.

SafetyTrusted adultsDigital citizenship

Learning objectives

What students will explore

  • 1. Memorize and use the Stop. Close. Tell. response routine.
  • 2. Recognize common AI interaction warning signs without needing to diagnose the technology.
  • 3. Know that children should not keep important AI interactions secret from trusted adults.
  • 4. Protect passwords, images, contact information, and other private information.
  • 5. Understand that asking an adult for help is the correct safety action, not a failure.

Teacher preparation

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No student devices or accounts are required. Use a projector or interactive whiteboard.

No student devices, names, emails, responses, or grades are collected.

Written and reviewed byBrannon Fissette, Ed.D., MBA

Independent-school educator and technology leader with experience in teaching, faculty development, school operations, responsible AI, and applied educational research.

Last reviewedSeptember 4, 2026

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