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• ONLINE SAFETY INFORMATION SESSION FOR PARENTS 9TH FEBRUARY 9am

  Fri 27 Jan 2023

  AN INVITATION YOU CAN’T REFUSE

  E-Safety Week – if your child has internet connection on their mobile phone, tablet, lap top or on their computer, we would urge you to attend the following session delivered by a leading expert in keeping children safe online:

  THURSDAY 9^TH FEBRUARY  AT 9.15am IN NEW MEETING ROOM (Side entrance to school)

  GARY MELIA

  Technology plays such an important part in our children’s lives and whilst the advantages of using technology are significant, there are also some risks which we need to be aware of.  To support you in protecting your children and to help you understand the risks associated with using technology, we have arranged a Parent online safety presentation, which will take place on Tuesday 8^th February at 9:15am.  The session will cover –

   

  • Current trends – what children are doing online, what apps/ games are popular amongst children.
  • Understanding the Risks – a look at the risks associated with using technology, in particular when using social media, online gaming & live streaming. 
  • What can you do – some suggestions for how you can support your child with their online lives and what parental controls are available to help you. 
  • Further Support – signposting to services that are available to help you if you need it.

   

• INDUSTRIAL ACTION

  Wed 18 Jan 2023

  INDUSTRIAL ACTION SCHOOL STAFF

   

   

  You may or may not know that there are several different unions that teachers and support staff can belong to. The NEU has asked their members to take industrial action. This school will remain open for all children and all classes on the four strike days that have been planned by this union.