Child Safe Policy 

Child friendly version of Child Safe Policy (updated June 2022) Congratulations to our Year 6 Student Leaders on their creation of the student friendly version of the Child Safe Policy. This policy has been uploaded to our website. Child Safe page and can be found in the following link https://www.marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au/child-safety-standards

Parental Use of Mobile Phones (Privacy Laws)

Child Safe Resources to support Students, Parents/Carers

eSAFETY COMMISSIONER -  https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents.

Webinars for parents and carers

Join one of the free webinars for parents and carers.

• The changing face of cyberbullying: Protecting your child in 2025
  • Cyberbullying is evolving, with the use of AI-powered tactics, coded emoji language, and the covert manipulation that many adults may miss. This 45-minute webinar helps parents spot the signs, build support at home and guide children on how to respond and stay safe. It’s suitable for parents and carers of primary and high school students. Term 3 (AEST)  5 August at 12.30pm    
    • Register here - https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/2536814565012663130

FOR FAMILIES -  https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/parent-resources/online-safety-for-every-family

CCYP - Commission for Children and Young People  https://ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safe-standards/

School TV https://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news

• Multilingual videos now available on SchoolTV!
• Because wellbeing shouldn’t get lost in translation, SchoolTV has introduced a powerful new feature — multilingual videos.
• Until now, families could access written content in more than 60 languages. Now, expert-led videos are also available in Chinese, Hindi and Arabic, with more languages to be added next year.
• This new feature ensures every family can access trusted, practical guidance in a way that feels familiar, inclusive, and easy to understand.
• Explore this feature for yourself by clicking the link below to view SchoolTV content in your preferred language.
• http://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/stv-multilingual-feature
• SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating Father's Day
• For many years now, the role of fathers has changed and evolved. During the industrial revolution, fathers were often considered detached and distant due to working long hours in factories. However, today things have changed dramatically with many dads being celebrated for being sensitive, caring and more hands-on.
• Recent studies have shown that children benefit greatly from having fathers who are present and interacting in everyday activities. This has transformed the understanding of how fathers shape children’s lives from the start, challenging conventional ideas of parenthood and gender.
• Research also suggests that fathers influence their sons and daughters in different ways, which is especially true during their transition to adolescence. Engaging in regular physical activities can play a key role in influencing children to learn self-control, face challenges, regulate emotions and take manageable risks.
• In this Special Report, fathers will learn about the positive impact they can have on their child’s mental health and wellbeing, whilst also ensuring they indulge in a little self-care.
• Here is the link to your Special Report https://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/celebrating-fathers-day

BRAVEHEARTS -  https://bravehearts.org.au

Inform & Empower

• To support parents/carers  a Parent Seminar called Raising Kids in a Digital World  on Thursday 11 September: @ 6.30 - 8pm will be held at  MMPS in Allen Hall

• https://www.informandempower.com.au/program/parent-seminars

Health, Wellbeing and Personal Safety Programs – Term 3

As part of our commitment to supporting students’ health, wellbeing and personal safety, a range of programs will be delivered across the school during Term 3:

• Foundation – Year 2: Life Ed Program – Monday 25 & Tuesday 26 August 2025
• Years 3 – 4:               Kids Roar Program – Thursday 11 September 2025
• Years 5 – 6:               Victoria Police Presentation – Wednesday 10 September 2025

  These sessions are age-appropriate and aim to build knowledge, resilience, and confidence in our students. Further information will be provided closer to the dates.

• Child Safety Week & National Child Protection Week
  From 7–14 September, we join with DOSCEL in promoting Child Safety Week, which aligns with NAPCAN’s National Child Protection Week (7–13 September). The 2025 theme “Every Conversation Matters” reminds us that every interaction with children and young people is an opportunity to listen, show care, and build trust. Together, we can create safe and supportive environments where all children can grow, learn, and thrive.

  This important focus concludes with Safeguarding Sunday on 14 September, a time for our community to reflect on our shared responsibility to keep children safe. Families are encouraged to continue these conversations at home and to visit the NAPCAN website for ideas and resources that support children’s safety and wellbeing.