Students discuss cyber-bullying

Stage 3 students from Empire Bay Public School participated in a cyber-bullying education session prior to the October school holidays.

"There was some great brainstorming and discussion about what cyber-bullying is, the impact it has and how to deal with it," said principal Ms Simone Champion.

According to Ms Champion, a particular focus of the session was on their families' awareness of their online activities.

"The students were reminded that they are too young to be using social media platforms and 19 per cent of Stage 3 students believed their families actually know about what they do online.

"Prior to the holidays, we encouraged students to limit their online time and to get outside and play.

"They were challenged to show their teachers evidence of something they have created over the holidays and we are looking forward to seeing their creations as we settle into the new term," Ms Champion said.

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Social media, 15 Oct 2018

Simone Champion, Empire Bay Public School