Dear Parent/ Guardian,
In school this week we have been celebrating Safer Internet Day. The theme this year has been “Together for a better internet”, where children have watched videos and discussed ways to use the internet more responsibly. They have also had a visit from PC Browne who gave an assembly on the key messages. The theme encourages young people to work together to be positive, safe and respectful online. Children have also thought about ways that they can take control of their digital lives, by creating a positive digital footprint and making the right choices about what they share. Year 6 have even designed and created their own apps to educate other children about online safety covering: cyberbullying, online gaming addiction, creating a positive digital footprint and even how to look after your mental health online.
At Beecroft we believe that online safety education is a crucial element of the curriculum and an essential part of young people’s development particularly in the growing world of technology that children have access to. Staying safe online is constantly discussed in school and but today is designed to help everyone become more aware and would really help if you discussed your child’s understanding with them at home to help reinforce the key messages. I have enclosed a useful leaflet that has some cartoons/ films and games that you might want to watch with your child.
However if you want more detailed advice please visit our school website:
http://www.beecroft.leedss.sch.uk/e-safety.php
http://www.childnet.com/parents-and-carers/hot-topics
Parents and Carers – Fun things to do
Parents and Carers – Family internet safety plan
There is also a plan you which you may wish to use to review your own family’s internet usage and screen time; something which is easy to let slip in our hectic daily life!
However if you have any concerns or queries please do not hesitate to come into school to see me.
Yours sincerely,
Mr Campbell