ICT

To reflect the world that we live in Yaldhurst Model School is revamping its policy and procedures in respect to information and communication technologies. It is great to see students using cellphones, computers, cameras and the various applications available with all of these tools. There is no doubt that the internet is a binary forest full of wonderful information and tools for contributing to our world of knowledge. There is also no doubt that cellphones and cameras are great social networking tools.

There are three elements that work together so that we have safe and happy communication technology users.

1. Every student signs a Netsafe user agreement after discussion with parents and caregivers at home.

2. We take every reasonable step to filter and block out malicious content.

3. Through education at school we teach our students Netsafe practices. Included in these practices are the expectation that students will know what to do if they discover something inappropriate. - Report it immediately!