We have witnessed a relatively busy week in the media for schools and education. All media outlets have reported on the new information from the eSafety Commissioner claiming that 35 per cent of cyberbullying victims are aged 12 to 13. In the month of International Day of Education, and in the week of Safer Internet Day, we are encouraged to remain vigilant. UNESCO have education, digital innovation, and AI on their radar. Under the theme of International Day of Education 2025, Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation, UNESCO organised a global event to spotlight the dynamic interplay between AI and education: Artificial Intelligence and Education: Challenges and Opportunities The topic, the opportunities and the challenges of protecting children’s data, is being debated across the globe. 

In schools, we are hearing stories that online trolls and bullies are in larger numbers, the victims are younger, the victims are resisting less, and we, the adults (particularly the parents), are trying to keep pace and keep our kids safe. Additionally, we are balancing these challenges with the clearly articulated need to prepare our kids for the future of work, a future saturated in AI and emerging technologies. We have an entire school framework that is embedded into all that we do at Sunshine Coast Grammar, including education programs, curriculum units, pastoral leaders and experts and well-promoted and explicit reporting processes. Another piece in the puzzle is empowering our families with the knowledge and in some cases, strength, to withstand the wave of challenges.

Parent Information Session - Guest Speaker

We are excited to announce that leading cyber safety solutions expert, Susan McLean, will be on campus this term, offering sessions for staff, students and parents. Susan is a leading Australian expert and is internationally renowned for her knowledge of all things cybersafety and young people. Her extensive qualifications and knowledge include a comprehensive understanding of the Law (Criminal and Civil) and when to involve the Police. 

Parents and carers are invited to attend Susan Mclean's informative and empowering session on Tuesday 4 March, where she will discuss the challenges of growing up online. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and is not to be missed. 

Additionally, students from Years 5 - 12 will have the chance to hear from her on Wednesday 5 March. These sessions will provide important information and guidance on navigating the digital world safely. 

For more information about these sessions, please refer to the documents below. 

Parents and carers are also invited to join us before the information session at 5:00 pm for the annual P&F Parent Welcome Evening.

To register your attendance, please click here.