Garda Séamus Herron came to the school today to speak to 4th, 5th and 6th class about Cyber bullying and safe use of internet. They watched a video about a young boy being severely cyber bullied. We then discussed how he felt and who could have helped him.
Séamus talked about various types of cyber bullying through texts, Instagram, Facebook, snap chat and twitter.
A rule to remember is - Think 3 times before you post anything!
- Is it appropriate?
- Is it hurtful?
- Is it embarrassing?
You are responsible for anything you post or comment on. You are NOT responsible for what someone else posts.
98% of young people in Ireland use the Internet. 44% are online everyday.
28% access the Internet through personal devices like mobile phones and games machines.
Young people are primarily going online to make friends, play games, download music,
and do their homework. As parents, the most important thing you can do to reduce
the online risks is to engage with their digital lifestyle.
Find out more at www.webwise.ie.
Webwise is the NCTE’s Internet safety initiative. Webwise provides internet
safety information, advice, and tools to parents, teachers, and students.
Webwise is part-funded by the EC’s Safer Internet Programme.
Web: www.webwise.ie
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