Slemish College

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Keeping Safe Online

Tuesday 7th February - Safer Internet Day begins "Online safety fortnight" in Slemish College

Watch this video to find out what SID is with your children. As well as staying safe, young people are encouraged this February to educate those around them by showing someone from an older generation how they can use the Internet.

A useful guide on ensuring your children stay safe online. (Useful tips to show children of different ages)

In Slemish College over the next 2 weeks students will be reminded about..

  • Risks and opportunities of the Internet
  • Tips for staying safe online
  • Cyberbullying, causes, prevention and repercussions
  • How to be an effective and responsible Digital Citizen

Keeping your children safe online

 

The internet is integral to the lives of children of all ages. It opens up new opportunities and is now an essential part of their every day world whether they are using it for homework, to talk and share materials with their friends or for a multitude of other uses that are legitimate and beneficial in so many ways. The following links provide important information all parents should be aware of.

Downloads

Internet Links

Cyberbullying

What is Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is bullying through the use of modern technology such as computers and/ or mobile phones

Some examples include:

  • Receving nasty or threatening phone calls, text messages or e-mails.
  • Nasty or threatening comments, photos, videos posted on chat rooms, instant messenger or social networking sites.

What is Cyberbullying - a leaflet for parents and carers

Below is some of the materials that form tutors have been discussing with their class.