Health & Safety

School NewsTuesday, June 9, 2020
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Bullying will only be addressed once we look beyond the school gate

It is a mistake to see bullying as just a school-based problem for teachers to tackle, rather than a whole-of-society…
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School NewsTuesday, June 9, 2020
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Number of Australia’s vulnerable children is set to double as COVID-19 takes its toll

Health and well-being issues caused by the crisis may undermine young people’s learning and efforts to reengage with school. Young…
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School NewsWednesday, May 27, 2020
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7 tips to help kids feeling anxious about going back to school

Mental health is an educational issue for Aussie kids. Students with poor mental health can be 7 to 11 months…
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School NewsWednesday, May 20, 2020
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Teens with a disability twice as likely to be bullied than peers, new data shows

"There should be a National Education Strategy in place which increases awareness about the Disability Standards for Education, ensures additional…
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NSW Department of EducationTuesday, May 12, 2020
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Food for thought as schools nourish communities

Principal Leanne Newitt said teachers had used the food hamper deliveries to drop off and collect school work packages and…
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School NewsTuesday, May 12, 2020
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40% of Australian principals are victims of physical violence

More than 70% work more than 56 hours per week during school terms and 25 hours each week of the…
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Jacqueline JayneWednesday, May 6, 2020
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Keeping schools and learning safe online during COVID-19

As it stands, cybersecurity awareness in K-12 is low leaving school systems open to digital attack with exploitable security vulnerabilities…
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School NewsWednesday, May 6, 2020
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Sending children back to school during coronavirus has human rights implications

Debates about a return to classroom learning in Australia are fraught, and parents have mixed feelings as to what may…
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School NewsTuesday, April 28, 2020
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5 reasons it’s safe for kids to go back to school

Returning to schools is safe. Our leaders are advised on this issue by some of the best infectious diseases, public…
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School NewsTuesday, April 28, 2020
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Cyber threats at home: how to keep kids safe while they’re learning online

Children working at home are not usually protected by the filters provided by their school.
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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. While some worry about the impact tools like chatbots might have on student learning, AI can be used to enhance the classroom experience for both students and teachers. Instead of fearing AI, educators should look for ways to incorporate AI and technology into their classrooms, to ease workloads, streamline processes, and make material more accessible to all students. The Federal Government’s Framework for Generative AI in Schools says that AI technology has “great potential to assist teaching and learning and reduce administrative workload.” Increasingly accessible and sophisticated, AI provides opportunities not previously possible. Chances are, you’re already using AI apps in your classroom, and you might not even realise. A 2023 report found that just over 70 percent of primary teachers and up to 80 percent of secondary teachers were using AI tools in their work. Teachers said AI tools saved them time, allowing them to quickly develop learning tasks for students. Reduced administrative stress, quick lesson alterations to suit different learning needs and making …
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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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