ABOUT THE SESSION

Cybercrime is a very real issue facing families in New Zealand, but there are easy practical steps to reduce risk. John will look at issues associated with inappropriate use of computers, mobile phones and the internet. Debate and audience participation are encouraged and parents will leave with knowledge that helps them relate to and build strong relationships with their children and school.

Topics covered include:

• The value of identity
• Online grooming
• Sexting
• Damaged reputations
• Cyber bullying
• Reputation management
• Learning to repel and report
• Future-proofing for employment
• Respect and protect

ABOUT JOHN PARSONS

John works with education, health and private sectors, providing specialist advice and direction on the safe and ethical use of Digital Communication Technology.

He is a published author of “Keeping Your Children Safe Online” and a social commentator who works throughout New Zealand and Internationally.

​“Empathy is a gift children share between themselves every day, so when we see it we should acknowledge it, and when possible, reward it” ~ John Parsons

EVENT TIMING

7:00pm - Guests to arrive

7:10pm - Presentation commences

8:30pm - Presentation concludes

REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS

No refunds are available for this event, however, you are most welcome to pass your ticket on to an alternate attendee. All proceeds from this event will go to the Ohoka School PTA, funding extra resources for our tamariki.

A NOTE ABOUT COVID

As per Ministry of Health requirements, we will be asking all attendees to either sign in using the COVID-19 Tracer app or via the paper attendee register on arrival. We will be taking every precaution, including having plentiful supplies of hand sanitiser and following best practice hygiene guidelines. We ask that you please do not attend this event if you are unwell, have had contact with anyone suffering from COVID-19 or if you need to be in isolation for any reason. Please refer to the COVID-19 website for details about the current alert level.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Ohoka School PTA