E-Safety
At St Thomas Aquinas we are continually teaching our students about digital and online safety to help them become knowledgeable digital citizens. Each week we will be posting online safety tips to help parents and families build your knowledge and open discussion with your children at home.
An Unfair Fight – How Algorithms Are Shaping Our Adolescents
In a world where technology is woven into nearly every part of our lives, it’s easy to overlook how quietly—and powerfully—algorithms influence the minds and behaviors of our young people. From the videos they watch to the posts they see and even the way they communicate, algorithms are subtly shaping the identities, choices, and mental health of today’s adolescents. The below link is an article, explores the hidden mechanics behind algorithm-driven platforms, how they’re influencing students in and out of the classroom, and what parents, educators, and students themselves can do to push back against this invisible force.
The gripping Netflix drama Adolescence – which tells the disturbing story of a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a female classmate – has sparked conversations and concerns about how social media may be influencing young people.
Families are encouraged to visit the below link from E-Safety Commissioner.