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Health & Safety

School NewsWednesday, December 7, 2022
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Purifying air for learning spaces

Recent studies in both Victoria and NSW, conducted by RMIT and UNSW respectively, have shown that air quality in primary…
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Industry voices

School NewsTuesday, November 29, 2022
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Racking your brain for bag storage ideas?

Aesthetic storage designs are very popular with teachers but might not be something boards or execs have spent much time…
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Teaching Resources

School NewsTuesday, November 22, 2022
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‘What am I supposed to do about all this really bad stuff?’ Young people identify 7 ‘superpowers’ to fight climate change

Although there are some great resources on children’s eco-anxiety and climate distress, the vast majority are designed for and by…
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News

School NewsWednesday, November 16, 2022
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Independent school staff want “the right to take protected industrial action”

Following Tuesday's industrial action by Catholic school teachers and support staff in NSW and ACT, who stopped work for one…
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News

School NewsTuesday, November 15, 2022
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‘Once students knew their identity, they excelled’: how to talk about excellence in Indigenous education

When we talk about Indigenous education in Australia, it almost always includes three words: “close the gap”. The federal government’s…
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External Learning

School NewsTuesday, November 15, 2022
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This new ‘risky’ playground is a work of art – and a place for kids to escape their mollycoddling parents

Hewson’s sculptural playgrounds don’t just offer the opportunity for children to take risks. Their very construction appears to be risky:…
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News

School NewsTuesday, November 8, 2022
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Early career mentoring earmarked in Draft National Teacher Workforce Action Plan

Workload assessments, mentorship, scholarships, and PLD receive top billing in the latest proposal tackling the teacher shortage: $328 million of…
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Food & Beverage

School NewsTuesday, November 8, 2022
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Australian schools are starting to provide food, but we need to think carefully before we ‘ditch the lunchbox’

Most high-income countries offer school-provided meals, such as the United States, United Kingdom, Finland, Sweden, France and Japan. New Zealand…
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Education

School NewsWednesday, November 2, 2022
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Spelling, numeracy declines among NAPLAN 2022 results

National NAPLAN results have defied predictions of drastic falls in performance related to COVID and long term writing results are…
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School NewsWednesday, November 2, 2022
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Teachers awarded for groundbreaking sustainability projects

Winners in the recent NGS Super Scholarship Awards include incredible initiatives focus on Indigenous language and cultures, support for families…
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The power of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom

Teachers around the country are embracing AI tools in an effort to ease administrative burdens and improve learning outcomes for students. BenQ sits at the forefront, with a suite of AI software solutions designed to work with existing BenQ smart boards, all with a human first approach. Martin Moelle, Managing Director of BenQ Australia explained: “Technology will never replace the classroom teacher. Our products are designed to support teachers and streamline processes, to make life easier for them. Anything we can do to give back time to teachers, to add time to the way that teachers can best deliver the curriculum is an endorsement of the R&D that we are doing for our constantly improving panel technology. “BenQ’s education technology reflects a core philosophy: to empower teachers, protect students, and deliver long lasting value.” BenQ’s AI tools are aligned with AI trends in Australian and New Zealand education, including a focus on equity, engagement, and instructional efficiency. The company harnesses AI to amplify the impact of educators and enrich the student experience through practical, accessible innovation. “We’ve developed a range of AI tools that are specifically designed for educators to make teaching more efficient and effective,” Martin said. AI tools …
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Peninsula Grammar Unveils World-Class Athletics and Sports Facility

Peninsula Grammar has officially unveiled its new, state-of-the-art athletics and soccer facility—an ambitious project that reflects the school’s commitment to excellence
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A stronger, safer outdoor space

Scully Outdoor Designs is a leading supplier of quality and innovative outdoor space products…
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OzHarvest’s FEAST Program Teaches Kids About Food Waste

Across Australia, students are learning about the issue of food waste and its environmental impact, positive food choices and easy classroom cooking through OzHarvest’s FEAST program. FEAST, which stands for Food Education and Sustainability Training, is a 10-week, teacher-led initiative for Primary School students in Years 5–6 and High School students in Years 7–8.
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Take the boring out of drinking water

Today’s academic environment is fast-paced. Easy access to clean, refreshing drinking water is more important than ever.
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Harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming ubiquitous in modern life. Since ChatGPT first entered the mainstream in late 2022, teachers and school leaders have been embracing new ways to integrate AI and technology into the classroom.
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