This May, Junior School will be celebrating Media Mentor Month - dedicated to fostering a safer and more informed digital environment for our students and their families. Throughout this month, we have an exciting line up of activities and sessions designed to empower everyone as media mentors:
Calendar of at home activities:
Please view the calendar here which contains a wide range of activities for you to work through with your children at home. They focus on ways you can connect with your child about the online space.
Educational Sessions for Parents:
Join us for three engaging sessions led by members from school psychologist team, school leadership team and a police liaison officer. These sessions cover topics such as social media laws, digital footprints, and practical strategies for safe online experiences.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Lessons:
Our students will participate in SEL lessons specifically linked to online safety. These lessons aim to enhance their emotional intelligence and equip them with the skills needed to navigate the digital landscape responsibly.
Library Sessions on Internet Safety:
Our wonderful librarian has curated some internet safety books that will help spark meaningful conversations about online security. These will be read in your children’s weekly library sessions and shared with parents through the weekly bulletin as a follow up at home.
Classroom Sessions:
Our teachers will conduct interactive workshops in the classroom, emphasising responsible tech use, privacy settings, and respectful online behaviour.
Police Liaison Officer Address:
Senior Constable Ethan will speak directly to our students in Years 5 and 6, sharing valuable insights on staying safe online.
Why Media Mentors Matter
By becoming media mentors, we can collectively create a positive digital footprint. Let’s guide our children toward responsible tech habits, open communication, and empathy. We look forward to this empowering month, where together, we’ll champion digital literacy and safety leading our students and children to become good digital citizens.
Parent Events
Session 1 | Becoming Digital Mentors for Safer Online Spaces
Presenter | Mr Jason Milner, Assistant Head of Junior School
Date | Friday 10th May 2024
Location | Learning Lounge
Time | 9:00am – 10:00am
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In this session, we’ll explore the concept of becoming digital mentors rather than digital police officers. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge and practical strategies to guide your children through the digital landscape safely. By becoming digital mentors, we can create a positive and secure online environment for our children. Let’s lead with compassion and knowledge!
Session 2 | A Session with our Psychologists: Helping students to develop a balanced approach to the digital world
Presenter | Psychologist Team
Date | Friday 24th May 2024
Location | Learning Lounge
Time | 9:00am – 10:00am
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Our school psychologist, along with the psychologist team, will be hosting an informative session on technology and social media usage. The focus will be on understanding and addressing gaming addiction and social media addiction among students. Remember, it’s essential to empower both students and parents with knowledge and practical tools to navigate the digital landscape effectively. Let’s work together to promote a healthy balance between technology and well-being!
Session 3 | The Legalities of the Digital World: Ensuring student safety online
Presenter | Senior Constable Ethan West
Date | TBC May 2024
Location | Learning Lounge
Time | 9:00am – 10:00am
We are delighted to welcome Senior Constable Ethan West, our dedicated Police Liaison Officer, for an essential discussion on online safety. As parents and guardians, it’s crucial that we equip ourselves with knowledge to guide our children through the ever-evolving digital world. Remember, our collective efforts can create a safer online environment for our children. Let’s empower them with knowledge and vigilance!
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