Assistant Principal's Message

Social Media

As a parent, it's important to understand the potential benefits and risks of social media use by students in primary school. Social media platforms can provide opportunities for 

learning, creativity, and connecting with others. However, they also come with certain risks that need to be addressed. Here are some tips to help you navigate this topic with your child:

What is social media: 

Social media refers to online platforms where people can create, share, and interact with content. Examples of popular social media platforms include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. These platforms allow users to connect with friends, share photos and videos, and join communities based on shared interests.

Benefits of social media: 

Social media can be a source of educational content, allowing students to learn new things and explore different perspectives. It can also foster creativity by providing a platform to showcase artwork, writing, or other projects. Social media can help students connect with friends and family members, even if they are far away. It can also promote social skills, such as communication and collaboration, when used responsibly.

Risks of social media: 

It's important to be aware of the risks associated with social media use. These can include exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, online predators, and potential negative effects on mental health. Additionally, excessive use of social media can lead to distractions from schoolwork and reduced physical activity.

Setting boundaries and guidelines:

As a parent, it's crucial to establish clear boundaries and guidelines for your child's social media use. Here are some suggestions:

a. Age-appropriate platforms: Choose social media platforms that are designed for children or have appropriate safety measures in place. Examples include Messenger Kids, Kidzworld, and PopJam. It's important for parents and guardians to be aware of these age limits and consider their child's readiness and maturity level before allowing them to use social media apps. 

b. Privacy settings: Ensure that your child's account has privacy settings enabled to limit who can see their content and interact with them. Encourage them to only accept friend requests from people they know in real life.c. Time management: Set limits on the amount of time your child spends on social media. Encourage them to balance their online activities with other hobbies, schoolwork, and physical exercise.d. Open communication: Establish an open line of communication with your child about their social media use. Encourage them to share any concerns or issues they may encounter online, and provide guidance and support when needed.e. Online etiquette and safety: Teach your child about responsible online behaviour, including treating others with respect, not sharing personal information online, and reporting any inappropriate or harmful content they come across.

Remember, parental guidance and involvement are key in helping your child navigate the digital world safely and responsibly. Regularly review and update the guidelines as your child grows older and gains more independence.

In classrooms this fortnight

In Grade 6 this week the focus has been on ‘Fractions’.  Students have been developing their proficiency in identifying improper and mixed number fractions, simplifying fractions and completing problems that involved adding and subtracting fractions with the same and different denominators.  In Prep B students have been counting collections up to 20 using one to one correspondence and improving their ability to correctly write the matching number to the collection.  In the one minute challenge, some students were able to write numbers in order to 43, what an achievement in one minute.

Suada Dzaferovic and Leila Sheehan

Assistant Principal Team