Clark Memorial International High School Launches SNS Crime Prevention Session for Teenagers

Clark Memorial International High School Initiates Essential Crime Prevention Course for Students

On June 19, 2026, Clark Memorial International High School (located in Fukagawa, Hokkaido) and Clark NEXT High School (situated in Sendai, Miyagi) will conduct a crucial seminar aimed at preventing crimes associated with social media and illegal part-time jobs, also known as 'yami baito.' Collaborating with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, this session intends to educate approximately 11,854 students about the dangers lurking within the digital landscape and the importance of critical judgment in today's society.

Seminar Overview

The workshop, titled "SNS and Yami Baito Crime Prevention Class for High School Students," is set to take place from 9:20 AM to 10:10 AM. With blended learning at its core, participants can attend in person at the Tokyo campus or watch via YouTube live stream. The police officers from the Youth Development Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police will lead the students through the realities of these crimes, highlighting the importance of understanding, prevention, and appropriate response actions.

Purpose and Structure

With the increasing incidence of high school students being lured into illegal activities via social media, this initiative seeks to instill a sense of personal responsibility and awareness among students. Recent statistics indicate a surge in recruitment attempts by 'tokuryu,' or anonymous and fluid criminal groups, leveraging social media's influence with tempting offers like 'easy money.' The schools acknowledge their responsibility to create an environment where all students, regardless of their background, can equip themselves with the knowledge and decision-making skills necessary to avoid becoming victims of crime.

Interactive Learning Experience

The seminar goes beyond the basics of crime awareness; it emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning. The curriculum is designed around three core elements aimed to foster critical thinking and appropriate action:

- Understanding: Comprehending the nature of yami baito, social media scams, and the operation of tokuryu groups.
- Reflecting: Encouraging students to think, 'This could happen to me,' and recognize the dangers of casual engagement with such offers.
- Acting: Empowering students to identify dubious job postings, say no, and seek help from trusted sources when necessary.

The session will feature relatable scenarios designed for 'ordinary high school students' to consider how they would react in real-life situations, informed by actual case studies and social media recruitment patterns.

Ongoing Preventative Education

This prevention initiative is not limited to a one-off lecture but integrates pre and post-course activities to cultivate a sustained awareness of safety.

- Pre-Learning: Reflective exercises on personal social media usage and group discussions centered on why high school students are targeted.
- Main Seminar: The police-led training offered in both physical and online formats.
- Post-Learning: Completion of reflection sheets, distribution of parent resources to promote discussions at home, and initiatives such as the collection of safety haikus to reinforce learning.

Through this comprehensive program, Clark High Schools aim to ensure that each student develops essential skills to navigate the complexities of social media while fostering a proactive mindset towards personal safety.

About Clark Memorial International High School

Founded in 1992 and rooted in the philosophy of ‘Boys, Be Ambitious!’ espoused by Dr. Clark, the school has grown to encompass more than 14,000 students spread across over 80 campuses in Japan. Its innovative approach to education, blending traditional full-time attendance with flexible online learning options, allows for diverse curriculum offerings tailored to individual student needs. It continues to produce graduates who proceed to prestigious universities nationwide.

About Clark NEXT High School

Established in April 2026 in Miyagi prefecture, Clark NEXT High School aims to implement modern educational practices learned from its predecessor, Clark High School. The addition of digital technologies, collaborative learning, and personalized study plans prepares students for the unpredictable challenges of the future.