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ICT (Information and Communications Technology) Information/Update
Recently, our students have been revisiting the Acceptable Use of ICT Agreement. This document is more than just a set of rules; it is a framework that ensures our students use technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly as an integral part of their learning.
At St Kevin’s, we reinforce these habits through our Inform and Empower Program. This initiative educates students on ethical technology use, helping them recognise risks and understand when to seek help. Our goal is to develop confident digital citizens who navigate the online world with integrity.
We believe that strong partnerships between school and home are the key to building positive digital habits. I encourage families to review the agreement together and use the key points below as a conversation starter.
Quick Guide: ICT at St Kevin’s
Learning First: Technology is a tool for collaboration and skill-building. Students should use approved platforms only.
Safety & Privacy: We teach students to keep personal details (names, passwords, locations) private and to never record or photograph others without consent.
Respectful Communication: Digital kindness matters. We expect polite language and honesty (this includes acknowledging sources and using AI ethically).
Shared Responsibility: Online safety is a team effort. Students should report anything suspicious to a trusted adult immediately.
Accountability: To keep everyone safe, school systems are monitored. Students must use school-provided internet and follow rules regarding mobile phones and smartwatches.
We look forward to working alongside you to foster a safe and vibrant digital learning environment this year. If you would like further information about the school ICT policy, please contact the school on 9273 9999.
Kind regards,
Mr Con
Why Roblox is in the headlines....again
by Safe on Social Expert Educator Anna Hayes
After being excluded from Australia’s under-16 Social Media Age Delay law, the platform has now been formally put on notice by the eSafety Commission over ongoing child safety concerns.
A common question I’ve seen: “Why wasn’t Roblox included in the ban?”
The answer lies in how the legislation defines social media, not in any suggestion that the platform is considered risk-free.
In this article, Anna unpacks:
• Why Roblox wasn’t captured under the Age Delay law
• What enforcement powers eSafety can still use under the Online Safety Act
• How the new Phase 2 Online Safety Codes apply to gaming platforms
• The broader global shift toward tighter regulation of digital services used by children
Roblox may sit outside the Social Media Age Delay law, but it does not sit outside the
Full article below by Anna Hayes is here:
https://hayesanna.substack.com/p/roblox-sits-outside-australias-age