THIS WEEK (SEPTEMBER 14-20) is National Kids Online Week. A coalition of industry, government, education organizations, libraries and other public interest groups are coming together to Launch "America Links Up" a national campaign to ensure that kids have a safe and rewarding experience online.

The America Links Up campaign and National Kids Online Week was created because the Internet is becoming an important and necessary part of children's lives. There are currently 16 million kids online and that number is expected to increase to 30 million within four years. The Internet needs to be a safe, educational, and enjoyable place for kids.

During the America Links Up campaign and National Kids Online Week campaign participants will foster the education of parents, teachers and other caregivers about effective, affordable and easy-to-use tools and tips that will empower them to guide children online.

HELPING HAND: The Chase Manhattan Bank Foundation awarded three LAUSD middle schools $5,000 grants to enhance hands-on student learning.

Join members of your community and participate in a local America Links Up "Teach In."

Keep Schools Safe

Join national and local organizations in stoping the toll of violence in American schools.

Back to School
With Technology

Students at Locke High School in Los Angeles went "Back to School With Technology" this week as they received 40 surplus computers courtesy of the federal government.

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