Deputy Principal Operations

Young people are increasingly connected to online environments for their learning and in their social lives.  While students are confident users of technology, they are not all digitally literate. Cybersafety is important because it protects student wellbeing, reduces online harm, supports respectful behaviour and equips young people with the skills they need to navigate digital environments safely, ethically and confidently.

Santa Sabina has embedded cybersafety into the curriculum and within pastoral care programs for some time. As a new initiative for students in Year 7-12, we have made the decision to roll out short online security awareness training to students tackling issues such as detecting phishing scams, setting appropriate passwords, email security and staying safe online. The courses are under five minutes in duration and are designed to equip students with the tools to stay safe online. The first training modules were rolled out in March and will continue over the duration of the year.

I would like to remind all families that the only drop off points for families is in the Kiss and Ride zones.  There are marked on Jersey Rd for the Secondary Campus and on Carrington Rd for the Del Monte Campus. During peak times, these areas can be busy and patience from drivers is essential in ensuring that students get to and from school safely. Resident driveways should be kept free from cars parking even for short times as these residents share the streets with the College. Rangers and Police frequent the streets around the College during the term and drivers doing the wrong thing can expect to be fined for doing so.

John Gilmore
Deputy Principal Operations