Surveillance technology is often used in schools to ensure a safe and secure learning environment - but what about the privacy of staff and students? With the very real threat of misuse, data breaches or overuse of surveillance, ensure your school has policies and best practice procedures in place without compromising privacy or ethical duties.

Presenters

Dr Steven Middleton, Associate Principal, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar
Dr Steven Middleton is currently the Associate Principal of St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, a independent school in Melbourne’s outer south east. Over the past two decades Dr Middleton has worked in a variety of leadership roles in various independent School’s in both Sydney and Melbourne including The King’s School, Knox Grammar School and Carey Grammar. Dr Middleton has a passion for school culture, teacher and student growth and high performance in various contexts. His Doctoral Thesis from The University of Melbourne focused on leadership and character education for adolescents. Steve has written and presented extensively on issues of school culture, strategic leadership, student well-being and achievement in recent years. He is also beginning a Juris Doctor degree due to his interest in educational legal matters.


Amy Kelly, Special Counsel at Maddocks
Amy completed her articles of clerkship with Maddocks in 2006 and has recently returned to Maddocks following a period spent in house, most recently in the role of General Counsel at the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA). In her time at ESTA, Amy was responsible for providing legal advice in respect of a range of issues, including general contract and commercial advice, complaints and FOI, privacy and records management, governance, policy and government engagement, and litigation. Amy was also responsible for the Board Secretary function and in the management of matters relating to Office of the Chief Executive. In that capacity, Amy has extensive experience working with internal and external stakeholders including senior executives and Board members and understands the importance of providing clear, frank and fearless advice to her clients. During her time at Maddocks, Amy has worked with a variety of clients including local government, state government departments, statutory bodies, individuals, private business and large corporate entities.

School Law Series: Navigating AI, Copyright, CCTV & Subpoena’s

Join us for a dynamic series addressing critical issues in modern education. From clarifying IP ownership when teachers create learning materials, to exploring the transformative impact of AI in schools, become equipped with essential insights and strategies for balancing promise and peril. In the event of a subpoena, know how to respond ethically and legally, ensuring sensitive information remains secure and discover best practices for implementing surveillance technologies that prioritise safety without compromising privacy in your school. Register for whole series or simply attend the sessions that interest you!