Dear Parents and Carers, 

Today is Safer Internet Day. At school we teach students to 'be safe' online as part of our lessons and our school rules. 

Students will use laptops and desktops as technology is an integral part of teaching and learning. Personal devices are not allowed at school. If your child has any of the following devices they must be kept in their school bag during the day. The school does not accept any responsibility for lost or broken personal devices. Any personal devices using by students during the school day will be taken and parents will be contacted to come and collect them. 

What is Safer Internet Day?

Safer Internet Day is a global initiative to raise awareness of online safety issues.

The eSafety Commissioner leads the initiative in Australia. We educate people about online safety risks, like online abuse, how to be safe online and where to go for help.

This Safer Internet Day we're encouraging you to take three simple actions when approaching online safety: Connect. Reflect. Protect.  

Connect safely by keeping apps and devices secure and reviewing your privacy settings regularly. 

Reflect on how your actions online may affect others or your safety. 

Protect yourself and others by visiting eSafety.gov.au to find out how to stay safe online and report online abuse.

By doing these things and sharing the Connect. Reflect. Protect message, we can work towards making every day a Safer Internet Day. 

Your child's online safety and responsible use of technology at home is your responsibility. 

There are many wonderful resources for parents to support you to monitor your child's online activities and safety.

Please take some time to explore the resources available and to closely monitor your child's online activity and safety.

Kind regards

Ms Megan Bridekirk

Safer Internet Day 2024 | eSafety Commissioner 

Cyber safe parents | NSW Government 

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