Cybersafety

Policy for K-3

Rationale: Email and the Internet give people a way of communicating with our friends or other people all over the world. We can send messages through email. We can also find out about many things by searching the Internet for information. Using the Internet in a sensible way can help us to learn many skills and find out interesting things about the world. When we use the Internet we must always use it in a way that does not hurt ourselves or other people. We must remember that we are part of a Catholic school and that Jesus wants us to follow him by always trying to do our best.

When we communicate on the Internet we must always be honest and treat other people kindly. We must follow the school rules about the Internet and email so that we are safe and happy and so that we can learn new things in an exciting way.

Student Use of ICT Policy (K-3) - Download PDF

Policy for Years 4-6

Rationale: Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and in particular the Internet and email, are valuable tools in the Catholic school’s goal to educate the whole person. The Internet offers great educational opportunities when we use it responsibly. Using email and the Internet, we can communicate with people all over the world and research interesting topics. If we do not follow school rules, it also can be harmful to us as we can access or send inappropriate material. As students in a Catholic school we must remember our responsibility to use email and the Internet in a positive way to help spread the “Good News” of Jesus. We do this through our words and actions. Our communications must always be truthful and respectful of other people.

Student Use of ICT Policy (4-6) - Download PDF