Internet safety taught

Students at Umina Public School were among 1500 students nationwide who participated in Safer Internet Day 2011 on Tuesday, February 8.

Students worked as Cybersmart detectives in an online interactive activity that teaches children key internet safety messages in a protected environment.

During the hour-long activity, students worked online and liaised with community professionals to solve internet-themed problems.

The focus for the day was on digital reputation, protecting privacy, and online behaviour.

The international Safer Internet Day was supported in Australia by the Australian Communications and Media Authority, as part of its Cybersmart program.

Safer Internet Day is observed in over 60 countries.

Umina Public School was one of five Central Coast schools registered for the event this year, with a total of 500 students participating from the district.

Cybersafety experts and NSW Police also attended the school to guide the students through the activity.

Further support for all schools was provided by state and federal police officers, who were online to respond to student messages.

Media Release, 7 Feb 2011 Emma Rossi, ACMA