Dear Parents/Carers,

Following on from the newsletter a few weeks ago where I included some information about technology and sleep, I wanted to provide some more information on technology and what our children are using - particularly social media. Please find below some information on popular apps used particularly amongst some of our children here at school and their age restrictions. I would urge parents to pay particular attention to the app “Send It”.  After being made aware of this app and doing a lot of research into it, I am concerned with the dangers of it and I am worried of the negative impact it can have on children’s mental health and wellbeing due to its anonymous nature. 

Here are also some links/information that you may find useful in navigating the world of technology use with your children:

• Parents Portal for Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/safety/parents
• A Parent’s Guide to Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/299484113584685
• The e-Safety Guide: https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide

Emma Rogers | Welfare