17 November 2011
Mornington MP David Morris has congratulated two local schools, Mornington Park Primary School and Osborne Primary School who are among the first 400 Victorian schools to register for the eSmart cyber bullying program.
So far, 290 Victorian government schools and 108 Catholic and independent schools have registered to be part of the Victorian Coalition Government funded $10.5 million initiative.
eSmart is a cybersafety program created by the Alannah and Madeline Foundation and available to every government school across the state and 300 Catholic and independent schools over the next four years.
“The decision join the program shows just how serious these schools are about stamping out bullying and creating safe places where students can learn and support each other" Mr Morris said.
“It is terrific to see Osborne and Mornington Park take the initiative, and I encourage other schools in the Mornington electorate to join them”.
The Victorian Government will support the schools with $2000 each to support the implementation of eSmart.
Mr Morris said he was confident eSmart would provide students with practical tips about behaving safely and appropriately online.
“Students today spend a lot of time in the cyber world, so it’s important they are provided with the tools they need to stay safe in that space”.
eSmart will play a key role in delivering on the Victorian Government’s commitment to stamp out bullying, combat violence in schools and provide students and parents with the support they need.
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