Creating Digitally Responsible Citizens

Canvas Parent App 

Parents/Guardians can now view assignment submission content and feedback in the Assignment Details page of the Canvas Parent App. Feedback visibility includes the submissions rubric, comments, Lesson Outlines and annotations.

Social Media Age Restrictions

‘The Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024 introduces a mandatory minimum age of 16 for accounts on certain social media platforms, forming one part of a broader strategy to create safer digital spaces for everyone.’ (eSafety Commissioner, 2025) 

The age restrictions will take place in December 2025, with the onus on the social media companies to uphold and enforce the age restrictions. It is important to note that parents play a vital role in ensuring the online safety of their children. Find out more here.

Parent Information Webinar Session - 19 March 12:30pm

Algorithms and adolescents: the rewards and risks of recommender systems for young people

This 30-minute webinar explores the role of algorithms and AI and how parents and carers can support safer and more positive interactions in the digital world.

This session will:

• highlight how young people are using some of the popular social networking apps and games

• discuss the role of algorithms and recommender systems in influencing how children and young people experience the online world, including potential harms and impacts

• provide strategies to have better conversations with your children about social media use, managing content and reporting negative online experiences.

It's suitable for parents and carers of young people in upper primary and secondary school. Register your interest here.

Mrs Courtney Freebody | Leader of Learning - Digital Technology and STEM