Deputy Principal's Message
St Fidelis' Catholic Primary School
Growing Up Online
Parents are invited to our Cybersafety session, Growing Up Online, on Thursday the 10th September. The session is an educational & empowering session for Parents and carers run by Susan McLean from CyberSafety Solutions. Susan McLean established Cyber Safety Solutions in March 2007, and it has grown into the most highly respected and in-demand cyber safety consultancy in Australia.
Susan McLean is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of Cybersafety and young people. She was the first Victorian Police Officer appointed to a position involving Cybersafety and young people. Susan took her first report of cyberbullying in 1994, and since then she has conducted extensive research and has completed advanced training & studies in both the USA and UK. She has worked with schools, elite sporting bodies such as the AFL, GP’s, and both State and Federal Governments. She has authored resources for the Victorian DET, writes and reviews school Policy, and provides crisis management/advice to schools and international companies.
The session will cover the positive benefits of technology as well as what parents need to be aware of:
- Reality & Risk. The reality of the online world. It’s not a matter of if – rather than when.
- What are kids doing online? Learn the latest apps and platforms your kids are either on, want to be on or are being told about at school. TikTok, Omegle, Discord, Yolo, Wink & more.
- Online Grooming. What is it and when/how does it occur? Preventative measures. What are the warning signs & what to do if you suspect this is happening to your child.
- Cyberbullying. What it is, where it happens, what it looks like, how to prevent it, and what to do if it occurs. Also the legal consequences and the possible criminal charges.
- Problematic Gaming. How to manage digital devices in your home to avoid problems and what to do if/when they arise.
- Exposure to damaging content. Including online pornography & sites that encourage suicide, self-harm & eating disorders.
- Top Tips. How to assist the children in your care to stay safe online with rules, parental controls, and restriction passcodes.
The session will conclude with time for questions.
To learn more about Susan please visit https://www.cybersafetysolutions.com.au/about/
An NForma notice will be sent out shortly; please RSVP if you would like to attend.
Vira Pirrotta | Deputy Principal
Learning and Teaching /Learning Diversity Leader