Dear WIS Community,
After a very successful turn-out at our last community workshop on the use of digital devices, we are now hosting another community workshop Responsible Social Media Use for Kids- Protecting Your Children in the Digital Age. The workshop will be led by Nrupesh Soni, WIS parent.
Please come and join us on Thursday 4th of April at 6 pm in the staff room. Here is an overview of what will be covered (many thanks to Nrupesh!)
In our digital age, social media is a double-edged sword, offering vast opportunities for learning, connecting, and expressing creativity, while also posing significant risks to the mental health and safety of our children. This workshop aims to equip parents and guardians with the knowledge and tools to foster healthy social media habits in their children, ensuring they reap the benefits of digital platforms without falling prey to their pitfalls.
Key Workshop Features:
Insightful Statistics: Understand the current landscape of social media use among kids with recent findings from the Pew Research Center
Exploring Dual Nature: A balanced discussion on the positive aspects and potential risks of social media usage.
Recognizing Risks: In-depth look at cyberbullying, mental health impacts, addiction, privacy concerns, and the influence on academic performance.
Scenario Roleplay: Engage in practical role-play scenarios to better understand how to support children facing cyberbullying or exposure to inappropriate content.
Advice for Healthy Usage: Practical tips on encouraging open dialogue, setting time limits, promoting positive interactions, and the importance of privacy education.
Active Involvement Strategies: Learn how to monitor without intrusion and the benefits of being actively involved in your child's digital life.
Real-World Impact: Understanding the long-term implications of a digital footprint and how to communicate these concerns to your children.
Family Media Agreement: A collaborative approach to setting boundaries and expectations around media use.
Trusted Adult Network: Building a support system for your child to ensure they have someone to turn to when facing online challenges.
Parental Controls & Monitoring Tools: Overview of available tools to help manage and monitor your child's social media use.
Join Nrupesh Soni for an enlightening session on navigating the complexities of social media with your children, fostering a safer and more positive online environment and empowering our kids to become responsible digital citizens.
The sign-up link is here.
Warm regards,
Marcelle van Leenen
Primary School Principal