You should also consider setting similar rules for your children's internet use and be aware of their on-line activities. Even without trying, children can come across materials on the internet that are obscene, pornographic, violent, hate filled, racist or offensive in other ways. That's why it's important for schools and parents to teach children internet safety in addition to fire, bicycle, traffic and other safety measures. In Peel schools, students learn how to use the internet as a research and communication tool. Learning how to access information through the internet helps students become aware of available resources that exist outside the classroom and school library.
Students also benefit from learning how to competently analyze and evaluate information.
In addition, students may use the internet for communication where it is appropriate for their learning. But, even under the teacher's supervision, misadventure and poor student behaviour happens. It's impossible for teachers to watch every student at every machine at all times. Schools can help by raising issues of internet safety with students, parents and the community. In addition, every Peel school has a plan in place to promote appropriate student use of the internet.