Parent Cyber Safety Seminar
Dear Shore Parents and Carers,
At Shore, we are committed to developing young men of character—boys who embody our guiding virtues of honesty, respect, humility, and integrity both in person and online. As digital learning tools continue to play an increasing role in education and daily life, it is vital that we guide our students in using technology responsibly and respectfully.
A key part of this effort is our comprehensive approach to digital wellbeing and cyber safety, strengthened through our ongoing partnership with Qoria, the parent company overseeing our student device monitoring software, and its educational branch, ySafe. This collaboration allows us to integrate active monitoring, education, and support, ensuring that student devices are used purposefully for learning and in alignment with Shore’s values. ySafe also helps equip our educators with the latest knowledge on digital trends, allowing us to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of technology. Over the last 3 years, our boys have reported that the ySafe seminars are engaging and highly relevant to their online experiences.
Recognising that digital wellbeing extends beyond the classroom, we are also committed to working proactively with parents. In 2025, we are continuing our efforts to support families by providing parent seminars to engage with ySafe and Shore pastoral leaders on the topic of cyber safety.
Parent Cyber Safety Seminar with David Smith
To support this mission, the Pastoral Care team and Shore Parents’ Association warmly invite parents to a special seminar with Mr David Smith from ySafe. This session will focus on Online Respectful Relationships and Shore’s Comprehensive Approach to Cyber Safety, providing valuable insights into current online trends and practical cyber safety education.
Mr Smith has been working with Shore for several years, delivering seminars to our Senior school students and parents. As both a parent of three teenage boys and an experienced cyber safety expert with ySafe, he brings a wealth of knowledge and real-world insight to this critical conversation. His session will offer practical advice on managing technology at home, from setting healthy digital boundaries to addressing sensitive online topics with your sons.
The 2024 Online Youth ReachOut report highlights the importance of bridging the gap between parental concerns and student experiences. While parents ranked social media use as their top concern, students placed it much lower on their list—behind stressors like study pressure, future uncertainty, and financial concerns. This seminar aims to foster better understanding and equip families with strategies to navigate these digital challenges together.
Cyber Safety Day Highlights
Throughout the day, our Year 7 and 9 boys, pastoral leaders, and parents will participate in cyber safety education sessions designed to empower our community and strengthen the partnership between Shore and its families. These seminars, led by David Smith from ySafe, will provide real-world, evidence-based insights and actionable strategies to promote safer and more confident digital interactions. Sessions will include Q&A opportunities, giving students, staff, and parents the chance to discuss pressing online safety topics and gain practical advice.
Parent Seminar Details:
Date: Wednesday, 19 February
Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm (Supper provided from 5.45pm)
Venue: Smith Auditorium
We encourage all parents to take advantage of this opportunity to engage with our ySafe expert, ask questions, and gain the tools needed to support their children’s digital wellbeing. Together, we can ensure that Shore students grow into responsible digital citizens. Please know that we will record the session and make it available for our Boarding community and parents who are unable to attend on the night.
Mr Derek Champion
Deputy Head, Pastoral Care