Digital Ethics Drama Script for Polish Schools
Stage an assembly drama script on digital ethics, online communication, and digital citizenship for middle school students in Poland.
When a private misunderstanding is leaked into a class group chat, a middle school student must decide whether to join the digital uproar or step up to restore trust face to face.
- Runs
- 7:00
- Cast
- 4 · 4 speak
- Scenes
- 1 · 12 beats
- Rehearsals
- 3 · 105 min
- No real electronic devices or fragile glass screens used on stage; use cardboard props only.
- Keep all walking paths clear of trailing wires or extra stage furniture.
- Ensure student actors stay at least one step back from the edge of the elevated stage platform.
Think before you post, verify before you forward, and choose empathy online.
Pick your role and the script lights your lines
👗 Costumes, from what you own
- Narrator: Standard clean school uniform with a neat sweater.
- Maja: Casual school clothes, everyday jacket.
- Tomek: Sporty school hoodie and jeans.
- Zofia: Neat cardigan over school shirt.
Every line with its cue
Pick a role above and its lines glow. In a read-through, tap a beat to jump to it.
Scene 1: The Screen in the Hallway
A school hallway in a Polish middle school. A bench on stage center.
Where everyone is: Narrator stands at downstage left. Maja and Tomek enter from right, looking at cardboard phone props.
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Narrator
Welcome everyone. In our connected world, a single screen swipe can build a friendship or break trust in seconds.
steps forward slightly
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Maja
I sent that message only to my best friend. It was private. Why is everyone staring at me in the corridor?
sits on the bench, looking distressed at paper screen prop
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Tomek
Hey Maja! Did you see the class chat? Everyone is sharing a screenshot of what you wrote about the project group!
walks over rapidly pointing at phone prop
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Maja
That was taken out of context! I was talking about my own mistake, not criticizing the team!
stands up, upset
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Tomek
Well, it is spreading fast. People are already leaving angry comments.
shrugs and types on cardboard phone
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Zofia
Stop typing for a moment, Tomek. Forwarding false rumors makes us responsible for the harm they cause.
enters stage left and steps between Tomek and Maja
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Tomek
I was just sharing what was already posted. I did not write it.
lowers phone prop slightly
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Zofia
Sharing without checking is how disinformation grows. Digital ethics mean treating people online with the same respect as face to face.
turns to face Tomek directly
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Maja
Can we please talk to the group directly instead of arguing through screen notifications?
takes a deep breath
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Tomek
You are right. I should have asked you first before clicking forward. I will delete my share and post a clarification.
nods in agreement and puts cardboard phone away
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Zofia
Real digital citizenship starts when we pause, verify facts, and support each other.
places hand on Maja's shoulder supportively
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Narrator
When we take responsibility for our digital actions, we create a safer community both online and in our school halls.
steps to center stage as cast lines up
The end: Dziękujemy za uwagę. Thank you for your attention!
What to bring, and what works instead
3 rehearsals to the show
The run sheet, with a clock
| At | What happens | Who | Cue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0:00 | Lights up, Narrator enters downstage left | Narrator | assembly quiet |
| 1:00 | Maja and Tomek enter, central conflict established | Maja, Tomek | Narrator step back |
| 3:00 | Zofia enters to intervene and discuss digital citizenship | Zofia | Tomek typing move |
| 6:00 | Conflict resolution and closing summary by Narrator | All cast | group lining up center |
| 7:00 | Final thank you and bow | All cast | curtain / lights off |
| 7:00 | Bow. Lights down. | ||
The lines said in the local tongue
Dzień dobry wszystkim.
Dzien dobry wszystkim.Good morning everyone.Dziękujemy za uwagę.
Dziekujemy za uwage.Thank you for your attention.What a first-time director should know
- Encourage student actors to project their voices clearly toward the back of the hall.
- Remind the audience before starting that this performance touches on daily digital hygiene habits.
- Keep the cardboard phone props simple so they do not distract from actor face expressions.
- Speak clearly towards the audience so your voice reaches the back of the assembly hall without a microphone.
- Use distinct physical pauses when your character is reading or writing a text message on stage.
- Keep your facial expressions visible to show the emotional impact of harsh online words.
- Stand at a slight angle toward the audience during dialogues so both actors remain visible.
Worth knowing
- Exploring the real impact of unverified messages and rumors in middle school group chats.
- Reflecting on Poland's national guidelines regarding smartphone restrictions during the school day.
- Promoting empathy and paused thinking before forwarding private media or text messages.
- Encouraging direct, face-to-face conflict resolution rather than online escalation.
- Highlighting resources like the Polish Safer Internet Centre and the School with Class Foundation.
- Practicing ethical digital citizenship and respectful online communication habits.
Where it is staged, and why
Staging a drama about digital ethics helps your school explore real challenges in online communication, screen time, and group chats. This script gives your class a clear story about pausing before forwarding messages, verifying facts, and resolving misunderstandings face to face. You can perform this piece in an assembly hall, during a class presentation, or as part of a safer internet campaign.
Use the provided cast list, scene cues, and timing schedule to organise your rehearsals effectively. Each character has simple lines and distinct actions so every student can prepare with confidence. Check the prop substitutes and simple costume guidelines so your team can stage the play using everyday school items. Practice the stage movements together to ensure clear delivery and smooth transitions throughout the performance.
About this piece
- As of September 2026, Poland implemented nationwide restrictions on smartphone use in primary schools to reduce digital distractions during lessons and breaks.
- The Polish Safer Internet Centre promotes safe, creative technology use and offers digital safety resources for Polish schools.
- Polish schools participate in Safer Internet Day campaigns featuring online lessons, webinars, and media education projects.
- Programmes like the Nationwide Education Network provide secure internet and educational materials on cybersecurity and digital hygiene across Poland.
- Media education topics like identifying disinformation and verifying sources are integrated into Polish school subjects.
How it is done
- Drama in Polish middle schools can be staged as part of educational initiatives on digital ethics using resources from the Polish Safer Internet Centre on modular school stages.