Clinton Township Newsletter

2 1 O c t O b e r 2 0 1 7 t h i n k t w i c e b e f o r e p o s t i n g t h o s e p h o t o s Think your kids spend too much time on social media? Think again. Over the last three years, social media usage among the 55 and older crowd has increased by almost 50%, per isl.co's blog published February 1, 2017. And the most popular platform – Facebook; according to Hootsuite, 71% of U.S. adults with internet access use Facebook. For parents today, social media is the digital equivalent of a wallet bursting with snapshots. Halloween is prime photo-op time but, before you share those photos, be careful. The dangers: Your photos contain location or personal identifiers. House numbers, street signs, children's full names, birth dates, places of birth, school logos, uniforms are all clues to where your children are at any given time and can lead to identity theft or to a disturbing trend known as 'digital kidnapping.' Digital kidnapping is when strangers steal photos of children posted online and use them for role-playing. Sometimes the stranger poses as the child; sometimes as the child's parent, even giving the child a new name. Unfortunately, digital kidnapping itself isn't a crime, but the 'theft' of the photo could be considered a copyright infringement. Your photos share potentially embarrassing moments. As cute as these moments seem to you, they can be used by others to shame or cyberbully your child. Your photos include other people's children. In 2012, New Jersey and Georgia adopted laws relating to the unauthorized taking or dissemination of photos of children. Your photos are shared outside your 'friends' circle.' We caution our children about privacy settings on their social media accounts and activate them on our own accounts, but we can't be sure others are as diligent. Because children might not understand the dangers of sharing personal information online, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) was adopted in 1998. COPPA prevents websites and online services from collecting personal information from children 13 and younger. Parents, however, should understand the dangers. Before posting that next picture, ask yourself if you are violating your child's privacy and putting his or her safety at stake. – Victor Rotolo Victor A. Rotolo is a long-time resident of Clinton Township and the founder of Rotolo Karch Law. Call Rotolo Karch Law today: 908.534.7900 to discuss any legal situation confronting you. Your half-hour consultation is free of charge! Their attorneys and staff are ready to serve your legal needs. Rotolo Karch Law • 502 US 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833. www.RotoloKarchLaw.com The Rotolo Law Firm is now 502 U.S. 22, Lebanon, NJ (908) 534-7900 www.RotoloKarchLaw.com Family Law Divorce ▪ Custody Child Support Injuries and Accidents Criminal and Juvenile Matters Employment Issues Municipal Court Business and Contract Disputes MV Violations DWI and DUI Appeals Malpractice Legal ▪ Dental ▪ Medical i c s p r e s e n t s B e A u t y A n D t h e B e A s t ! Join us "Under the Sea" and let The Little Mermaid become a "Part of Your World"! Disney's The Little Mermaid is playing at Immaculate Conception School (ICS) in Annandale from November 10 through November 12. Dive right into this classic tale! The Little Mermaid takes place in a magical kingdom beneath the sea, where a beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy King Triton, her father and king of all the sea, escape the clutches of Ursula, the evil sea witch and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the perfect voice. Will love conquer all? Does Prince Eric come to the rescue or can Sebastian, Scuttle and Flounder save Ariel and her world "Under the Sea"? This spectacular musical is not to be missed. Performances are Friday, November 10 at 7:00 pm, Saturday November 11 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm and Sunday, November 12 at 2:00 pm. Come be a part of our world at Immaculate Conception School and support the ICS students, directors and production team who have been working very hard to deliver a fun show for all! Tickets are $12 in advance or at the door. For more information, please visit: www.ICSAnnandale.org. Begins Tues., Oct. 17, 11 am – 12 pm ICS Early Education Building Led by Connie Fortunato, $35/child (incl. 7 sessions). This fantastic program for parent/caregiver and children incorporates story time, singing, dance and more! Little ones (12 mos - 3 yrs old) can socialize, have fun and experience a friendly Catholic school environment. Give your child the headstart they need to ensure their readiness for preschool! Limited Enrollment. Call 908.735.6334 to register.

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