Technology

Digital Tools

Students at OLGC have access to a wide range of technologies including laptops, IPads, Chromebooks and Interactive Whiteboards. Accessing a wide range of technology and learning the appropriate use of technology in a safe and secure environment is fundamental in preparing our students for the technological demands of the 21st century.  Students are encouraged to navigate the World Wide Web in a safe, secure and collaborative environment. 

Hardware and Software Use

We use a range of hardware and software at OLGC. We have access to the Internet, laptop computers, interactive whiteboards, iPads and iPods as well as other digital technologies. Students have access to a standard suite of software that can be updated according to the needs to the school.

Digital Citizenship

At OLGC we emphasise a need for digital citizenship. This involves using information and technology in a safe, legal and responsible way. We learn how to be responsible digital citizens by respecting and protecting others and ourselves and being aware of the rules around copyright and plagiarism.

Global Citizenship

Being a global citizen involves connecting with people from all around the world. At OLGC we aim to broaden our connections globally so that we can make sustained connections that help us to learn. We connect with parents, peers and with our Parish. We also aim to connect with people from around Australia and the rest of the world. In order to make these connections we use the benefits of Web 2.1 tools that allow us to interact with other schools, outside experts and the wider community. 

Social Media

There are great opportunities and challenges brought by social networking and the internet. Social media used at OLGC includes but is not limited to Email, twitter, blogs, google plus, google hangouts and skype.

As members of the school community, we should all be conscious of and respect the interests and privacy of the school and other members of the school community when using social media in relation to school activities or the school in general. 

Appropriate use of Social Media

All members of the school community should ensure that they: 

• Are conscious and respectful of the reputation, the rights and the privacy of others. 
• Are careful when sharing and/or uploading photos as some individuals who appear in the photos may have concerns with their distribution. 
• Display care for the wellbeing of others. 
• Do not bully, intimidate, degrade, embarrass or harass others. 
• Do not harm the reputation and good standing of the school or those within the school community. 
• Report to the school leadership any concerns they may have in relation to improper or inappropriate use of social media by community members. 

Parents assisting with classroom activities should not make use of social media sites while involved in such activities. 

Email Communication

Effective communication can be enhanced by the use of email. It is imperative that students, staff and parents communicate with each other via email in a manner consistent with the vision and values of the school.

• Staff members are not required to read or respond to school email outside school hours. 
• Any school user who finds himself or herself the recipient of illegal, improper or offensive email should contact the school principal immediately. 
• Users are advised to make considered responses when using email. 
• Staff and students may use email to communicate regarding school curriculum matters only. 
• Urgent matters of a serious nature should not be emailed but rather reported to the school. 
• Email is only one means of communication and should be used for organisational purposes.