Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI Crime News (b)
FBI, Clay County Sherriff’s Office and Clay County Schools Partner at Ridgeview High School
JACKSONVILLE, FL—FBI Jacksonville will partner with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Clay County District Schools to host “Be Smart with your Kid’s Smartphone” on Thursday, February 27. The event will be held at Ridgeview High School and is free and open to all parents, guardians, and educators. Since 2018, over 3,000 child advocates have attended “Be Smart” events across northeast Florida to learn how to better protect youth from being targeted online by predators and extremists.
“Be Smart with your Kids’ Smartphone” events are led by Special Agents from FBI Jacksonville who investigate crimes against children and terrorism matters. Together with deputies from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, they will review the latest social media apps that offenders are using to target and manipulate local kids and provide an overview of schemes that specifically target teens. Please note that the content of these presentations may not be appropriate for youth, and parental discretion is advised.
- Event: “Be Smart with your Kid’s Smartphone – Parent Edition” Where: Ridgeview High School, 466 Madison Avenue, Orange Park, Florida, 32065
- When: Thursday, February 27, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- Who: Free and open to parents and educators from all schools and districts.
- Notes: Seating is limited. Registration is highly suggested.