Our Year 8 Digital Leaders, alongside our Year 8 Council representative, had the exciting opportunity to attend DigiCon at the Corn Exchange in Rochester. The event was organised by the Medway Youth Council and aimed to gather the views and opinions of young people across Medway on important issues linked to technology and digital life.
Throughout the day, pupils took part in a range of engaging workshops focused on key topics including social media, AI, mobile phone use and online safety. These sessions encouraged pupils to think carefully about the impact technology has on their everyday lives and the wider challenges that young people face in an increasingly digital world.
One of the most valuable aspects of the event was the opportunity for pupils to participate in live debates at their tables, where they were encouraged to share and defend their viewpoints. Many of our pupils demonstrated great confidence and maturity, discussing complex issues thoughtfully and respectfully. They also had the chance to contribute to the wider event by taking the microphone and sharing their opinions with the whole room.
The final session of the day gave pupils the chance to hear from a panel of important local figures, including Councillor Simon Curry, a representative from Medway Health and Wellbeing Services, a police officer who works with young people in Medway, and the leader of the Medway Youth Council. This session was particularly impactful, as pupils were able to put forward the questions they had been developing throughout the day and seek answers to some of the pressing issues that technology presents for young people today.
The trip was an excellent opportunity for our pupils to represent the School, develop their confidence and engage with real issues affecting their lives and communities. We were incredibly proud of the way they conducted themselves and the thoughtful contributions they made throughout the event.
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