Episode 5

How Bubble Tea and Horrible Parent Badges help schools address Digital Safety

What do bubble tea and “Horrible Parent” badges have to do with digital safety? More than you might think. 

Nicole Pleysier and Andy Yu from Rehoboth Christian College are flipping the script on digital safety, using humour, data, and creative engagement to bring their entire school community—students, parents, and staff—on board with their focus on online safety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to cut through the noise and make a real impact.

Episode details

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Run time:
42 mins
Host: Yasmin London
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Episode takeaways

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How data can showcase the invisible efforts parents make to support their kids online

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Why parents care deeply about digital safety—but often worry focus on the wrong things

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The surprising power of humor and incentives in getting students and parents engaged

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How cutting through assumptions helps schools address the real issues in student digital safety

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“We realised we had this incredible opportunity to use our platform as a school to bring them together, start real conversations with the data we had managed to capture, and it drove a collective culture shift around digital safety.”

Nicole Pleysier

CEO, Rehoboth Christian College

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Our Guests - Meet Nicole Pleysier

Nicole Pleysier earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1994 and has dedicated her career to Rehoboth, holding a variety of leadership and teaching roles. A proud Rehoboth alumna, along with her husband and four children, she has contributed to the school community as a teacher, Arts Specialist, and Curriculum Coordinator. She later served as Principal for eight years before being appointed CEO in 2024. With a strong commitment to education, Mrs. Pleysier brings a wealth of experience in curriculum development, creative learning, and leadership. She is passionate about fostering a thriving school community and using her expertise to support students, staff, and families.

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Our Guests - Meet Andy Yu

Andy Yu, who has lived in Taiwan, Singapore, and Australia, holds a double degree in Biotechnology and Management, as well as a Diploma of Education in Secondary Education. His career is marked by a diverse range of roles, including serving as a research assistant at Murdoch University, where he specialized in precious metal recovery, and as a corporal in the Ministry of Defence of Taiwan. Additionally, Andy has experience as a book translator and is currently the Head of Science at Rehoboth Christian College.

In his current position, Mr. Andy Yu leads the science department while also serving as the Digital Technology teacher at Rehoboth Christian College Secondary. His role in technology integration involves guiding students and staff in navigating the digital world responsibly. As the coordinator of the College’s digital wellbeing committee, he works collaboratively with colleagues to promote a culture of thoughtful and ethical technology use.

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