Students Health and Wellbeing
eSmart School Community Resources
Dear Parents Roxburgh Homestead Primary School is a member of eSmart; the Australia-wide eSmart framework is designed to help schools improve cybersafety and reduce bullying, particularly cyberbullying. The principles of eSmart at Roxburgh Homestead are supported by our Prep to Year 6 curriculum and the School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support program. We wanted to let you know of where you can access resources and support in managing cybersafety within your own family. The most comprehensive website for parents is hosted by the Australian Government at https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents and contains relevant information and resources to support families concerned about cybersafety, online risks and cyberbullying. Internet Safe Education at https://www.internetsafeeducation.com/parent-cyber-safety-hub/ includes resources for parents and is hosted by Brett Lee. Please find attached some eSmart tips sheets for parents of different age children and advice on Digital Footprints and Cyberbullying.
eSmart Guidance - Cyberbullying.pdf
eSmart Tips - Older Primary Students.pdf
Digital Footprints - Parent Resource.pdf
eSmart Tips - Younger Primary Students.pdf
Stay well this winter
Symptoms of influenza (flu) can hit very quickly and may last several weeks. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others from getting the flu.
Annual influenza vaccination is recommended from mid-April each year and is free under the National Immunisation Program for those at higher risk of complications from the flu.
Keeping our school community well
Parents, carers and students are encouraged to practice prevention measures, including:
- washing and sanitising hands regularly
- avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
- covering nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing
- staying home if unwell and consulting a general practitioner (GP) or Nurse-on-call as required
- staying up to date with flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Flu vaccinations
Flu vaccinations can be booked through GPs and pharmacies, many of which can also provide COVID-19 vaccinations. Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.
Some people are more at risk of complications from flu and are eligible for free vaccination as part of the National Immunisation Program.
COVID-19 booster
The 2023 COVID-19 booster dose is available for everyone aged 18 and above.
Getting your booster dose remains the best way to prevent severe illness or hospitalisation, especially in people aged over 65 and those at higher risk of severe illness.
You can have your booster dose 6 months after your last dose or COVID infection.
Children aged between 5 and 17 years who are at risk of severe illness can also receive a 2023 booster dose. You can get your next dose at your local pharmacy or GP. To find one near you, refer to the vaccine clinic finder.
Find out more
For more information about preventing flu, and immunisation, refer to:
Studnets with Asthma
If your chilld has Asthma and you haven't done this already, please returne 2023 Asthma Plans to the office.
Your Child's Asthma Plan must be completed by your GP