Common Sense Kids Action

Through this blog I have frequently shared links to helpful information from the Common Sense Media organization. This time I am sharing an entire article about a new program in the CSM offerings. It is called Common Sense Kids Action and below is the introductory letter.

Building upon the existing efforts of Common Sense, Kids Action is building a movement of teacher and parent advocates to create a uniquely powerful voice for the next generation. If we want to succeed as a nation in the 21st century, we MUST focus on our kids' education -- providing them with the skills and opportunities needed to be successful adults and leaders in a technologically advanced world. This means high quality education and technology in classrooms across the country; online privacy and safety at home and at school; quality early childhood resources for all children; and efforts to reduce child poverty. If you want to be part of this movement to put kids first, let us know so we can continue to update you with our progress and engage you in a positive conversation about shifting our nation's priorities towards our kids. Improving the lives of our children will take imagination and cooperation from federal, state, and local government officials, as well as business groups, technology companies, and passionate advocates. Standing with parents like you we will focus on our key initiatives, and work with leaders across the country to advance policies and programs that will provide every child with the opportunity to succeed in the 21st century. For the past eleven years, Common Sense has stood with you and your families to make sure children are protected in a connected world. We hope you will now stand with us as we expand our efforts to ensure that all kids have the opportunity to succeed and build bright futures. Join us by signing up here. Sincerely, Jim Steyer