KLA Feature - Year 7

What a year it has been for Year 7! From navigating the challenges of starting high school to celebrating learning, building friendships and finding their place within our community, our newest members have much to be proud of as they continue into their final term.

As we look towards the end of the year, our focus remains on supporting students to finish Year 7 with confidence, continue building positive relationships and take pride in their growth as learners and members of our community.

This week, students heard from Constable Steven Stopford, who explicitly reinforced the importance of safe behaviours online and observing the new social media legislation for children under 16. This was a timely reminder that we all have a role to play in working together to keep our young people safe at school, at home and online.

To support these conversations at home, parents and carers are encouraged to explore the following resources available through SchoolTV:

• Special Report: New Social Media Regulations – provides guidance on navigating the new legislation and reinforces the important role parents play in guiding their children’s online experiences.
• Family Tech Agreement – supports families in establishing clear expectations, healthy boundaries and responsible technology use.

While regulation is an important step, it cannot replace parental guidance. By maintaining open conversations, setting healthy boundaries and working in partnership, we can continue to support our young people to navigate the online world safely and responsibly as they prepare for the next stage of their secondary school journey.

Mrs Glenda Wilson

Leader of Learning Year 7