The information below is given to all students. However, it is sound advice for all!
| ZIP IT Keep your personal stuff private and think about what you say and do online. |
BLOCK IT Block people who send nasty messages and don’t open unknown links and attachments. |
FLAG IT Flag up with someone you trust if anything upsets you or if someone asks to meet you offline. |
REPORT IT If in any doubt click on this button to report the online situation to CEOP |
General Security
Remember NEVER divulge your password to anyone, this includes your:
- home and school internet access passwords
- online banking passwords
- passwords to any online exam, shopping sites, etc
Ensure you are not using the same password for everything.
NEVER leave your computer logged in whilst you are away.
- ALWAYS log off/out of your emails and computer when finished
- ALWAYS conduct school business via your school email account (<whoever>@greshams.com)
Policies on using Gresham's IT equipment can be found within the school handbook however, Guidelines for staff laptop use are available from the intranet.
www.getsafeonline.org is a free site offering expert advice and recommended by Gresham's.
A seven step guide to cyberbulling has been created and is available from the menu left, or here.