Safer Internet Day

Dear Parents and Carers,

Safer Internet Day is a global initiative aimed at promoting safer and more responsible use of the internet, particularly among children and young people. As educators and parents, we play a crucial role in guiding students to navigate the online world with awareness and caution. Throughout next week, educators  will teach multiple lessons that are recommended by eSafety Victoria and the Department of Education. We highly recommend that parents/carers access the extensive information available at https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents and https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/social-media-age-restrictions

eSafety Victoria offer webinars for parents and carers, providing knowledge, skills and tools to support their children to have safe online experiences.  If you would like to attend any of the following live webinars, you may access them at https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/webinars .

Mackellar's Digital Learning Policy is located on the school’s website under the Child Safe Standards link: https://mackellarps.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Digitial-Learning-Policy.pdf

Acceptable Use Agreement

Students from Grades 3 to 6 will revisit the Acceptable Use Agreement during Safer Internet Week which is a contract outlining clear expectations for students when using technology.  The Agreement requires a signature from students, parents/carers and teachers to ensure that we are all on the same page about safety when using technology.  The Agreement can also be located on the school's website

https://mackellarps.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Acceptable-Use-Agreement.pdf .

Proactive Policing Unit

To support Safer Internet Week, students in Grades 4 to 6 will participate in a valuable and informative incursion delivered by the Proactive Policing Unit. The presentation will focus on helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the online world safely and responsibly, including understanding digital footprints, online behaviour, and strategies for staying safe when using the internet and social media.