Cyber Safety

Cyber Safety

Cyber Safety

Effective Date: 1.1.26

The Transformation Network LLC (USA)
Last Updated: January 2026

This policy governs safe and responsible technology use across all TTN programs—including KTA+, iProject International, Thinkers Academy, Marketplace courses, and Premium Programs—for all families outside Australia.


1. Purpose

TTN is committed to providing a safe, secure, and Christ-honouring digital environment.
This policy outlines expectations for:

  • Students

  • Parents

  • Educators

  • Marketplace Teachers

in all TTN digital spaces.


2. Scope

Applies to all:

  • TTN students and families (except Australia)

  • TTN educators and contractors

  • Marketplace Teachers

  • TTN digital platforms and online learning tools

3. TTN Digital Safety Commitments

TTN ensures:


3.1 Secure Online Platforms

Only approved platforms are used for classes, communication, and resource sharing.


3.2 Protected Student Data

TTN follows:

  • COPPA requirements (for U.S. families)

  • U.S. privacy principles

  • International best practices

3.3 Cyber-Safe Digital Environments

Includes:

  • Monitored online sessions

  • Technology use guidelines

  • Clear consequences for misuse

4. Student Responsibilities

Students must:

  • Use technology respectfully

  • Keep cameras on unless approved otherwise

  • Use their real name (first name acceptable)

  • Follow teacher directions

  • Keep login details private

  • Use chat features appropriately

  • Avoid distracting behaviours (memes, gaming, unrelated screens)

  • Report unsafe behaviour

Students must never:

  • Share personal contact details

  • Access inappropriate content

  • Record or screenshot sessions

  • Use fake names or impersonate others

5. Parent Responsibilities

Parents/guardians must:

  • Supervise children during online learning

  • Maintain filtering, antivirus, and secure internet access

  • Provide a quiet and safe learning space

  • Ensure devices are used only for TTN-approved purposes during sessions

  • Report technical or safety concerns promptly

6. Educator Responsibilities

TTN educators must:

  • Maintain visible video presence

  • Comply with cyber safety training

  • Use only approved platforms

  • Report unsafe behaviour immediately

  • Avoid private messaging with students

  • Maintain professional boundaries

Marketplace Teachers must also comply with these expectations.


7. Device & Internet Requirements

Families must provide:

  • A functioning device

  • Stable internet connection

  • Working microphone & camera

  • Adequate lighting

  • A supervised learning environment

TTN is not responsible for:

  • Home internet outages

  • Device malfunction

  • Parent-controlled firewall or filter issues

8. Breakout Room & Online Interaction Protocols

TTN follows strict protocols:

  • No unsupervised educator–child breakout rooms

  • Breakout rooms must remain accessible to staff

  • All student communication must occur in approved channels

9. Prohibited Online Behaviour

Strictly prohibited:

  • Bullying or cyber harassment

  • Viewing or sharing inappropriate content

  • Bypassing security settings

  • Hacking or tampering

  • Recording or distributing session content

  • Sharing logins or passwords

  • Disruptive or unsafe behaviour

10. Cyber Safety Incident Response

If an online safety concern arises, TTN will:

  1. Ensure immediate safety

  2. Remove or mute disruptive individuals

  3. Document the incident

  4. Notify parents where appropriate

  5. Report to authorities if required

  6. Conduct TTN Executive Review

  7. Apply consequences

11. Consequences for Cyber Safety Violations

Violations may lead to:

  • Temporary removal from class

  • Restricted platform access

  • Suspension

  • Permanent removal from TTN programs

  • Termination of Marketplace Teacher contracts

12. Review & Updates

This policy is reviewed:

  • Annually

  • After significant incidents

  • When U.S. or international cybersecurity guidelines change

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