Steve Francis

Steve Francis created the Happy School program to reduce stress and improve the well-being of people who work in schools. Steve works with staff to optimise schools. He is the author of four books including First Semester CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOU! and Time Management For Teachers.

Teacher's Desk
Steve FrancisWednesday, March 17, 2021
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Staff morale and wellbeing – who is responsible?
The principal sets the tone. Their attitude is contagious.
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Industry voices
Steve FrancisWednesday, September 11, 2019
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Improving teacher wellbeing starts with you
Here are 12 actions you can take immediately to start improving your own wellbeing.
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Opinion
Steve FrancisMonday, June 3, 2019
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Reinstating respect for teachers: What can be done?
A perfect storm is brewing in education and it’s likely to have a major impact for many years.
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Industry voices
Steve FrancisWednesday, December 5, 2018
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‘Finish strong’ should be your mantra
Now is the time to watch our words, resist temptation to ‘shoot from the hip’ and make decisions on the…
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Industry voices
Steve FrancisWednesday, October 10, 2018
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Are you always busy?
Many educators only know two speeds – flat out and asleep. We often rush from one priority or crisis to…
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News
Steve FrancisWednesday, August 15, 2018
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Are you a teacher who’s always busy?
If you do everything in fast forward you need to slow down and make some space in your life, says…
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News
Steve FrancisWednesday, February 14, 2018
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Are you an adrenaline junkie? Pace yourself!
Being busy has acquired a new status and many educators only know two speeds – flat out and asleep! This…
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Nurturing Brilliance: STEM education for First Nations students

Learning is lifelong. So, let’s help spark an interest in First Nations students looking to take their first (or next) step.
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Free education resources to support health and well-being in children with Eczema

A grassroots charity is offering every Australian teacher and parent access to free eczema resources as part of a passionate campaign to support the health and wellbeing of children battling this devastating skin condition. With one in three children under age 6 struggling with eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis), Eczema Support Australia is supporting schools to better support students living with the extremely itchy and painful condition that has a huge impact on quality of life, and which is often misunderstood. “School-age children with eczema often experience physical, emotional and educational struggles, which jeopardise their long-term well-being,” says Ms Funk, whose twin sons have battled chronic eczema since birth. “The condition can lead to low confidence, absenteeism from school and isolation, while younger children in early learning are also at risk of adverse health and well-being when their needs are not met,” according to Ms Funk. Eczema Support Australia has developed two free tools for educators to support the health and wellbeing of children with eczema: The Eczema Awareness Course for Educators is a 45-minute e-learning course which promotes greater awareness of the complexities surrounding eczema and the impact it has on a child’s life and education. Access HERE. …
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Set your laptop free!

CommBox focuses on revolutionizing Australian classrooms with its Classic S4 interactive screen. Addressing teachers’ needs for flexibility and convenience, harnessing it’s education technology to reducing laptop dependency.
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BenQ Launches First EDLA-Certified Interactive Displays

BenQ, a global leader in Display Solutions for Education, has announced its next generation of interactive displays.
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Thrive: Practical strategies to nourish teacher wellbeing

In this empathetic and practical guide, Daniela Falecki answers the encompassing question, ‘How can I thrive at work?’
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Improved COLA functionality at Carlton Public School

The addition of a PA system to a covered outdoor learning area can greatly improve the functionality of the space. This was the experience at Carlton Public School.
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