Technology Updates

Chat Function on Teams

Following a review of the use of Microsoft Teams by staff and students at Koo Wee Rup Secondary College, the decision has been made to turn off the chat function from the beginning of 2025. This decision has been made through the lens of both Child Safety, the risks associated with online bullying, and instant messaging services use during school hours that contradicts the DE mobile phone policy. 

Our main form of communication from 2025 within the college will be through Compass or directly through school email accounts. Students will be provided with support resources next year to assist in this transition to the use of these communication platforms. 

New webpage to help families and students prepare for a new school year 

A new school year is an exciting time for students and families, but it can be a big step – particularly for those starting Prep or moving to secondary school.

The Department of Education has published a webpage with resources and information to help you prepare for the new school year.

During the school holidays, please consider reading through the resources, which include:

• tips to help transition between kinder and Prep and primary to secondary school
• what to expect at school
• help with school costs and fees
• health and wellbeing guidance to support children’s mental health. 

Please refer to the New year of learning webpage.