Health & Safety

School NewsWednesday, February 5, 2020
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Bushfire education is too abstract. We need to get children into the real world

One problem with the Australian Curriculum content statements is that they are relatively abstract and detached from children’s lived experiences.
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School NewsWednesday, February 5, 2020
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Coronavirus fears can trigger anti-Chinese prejudice. Here’s how schools can help

In an outbreak situation, xenophobia does not feel like racism. Excluding people who “come from” the epicenter of the outbreak…
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School NewsTuesday, January 21, 2020
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A familiar place among the chaos: how schools can help students cope after the bushfires

Even students not directly affected by the fires might be distressed by images they have seen or stories they have…
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NSW Department of EducationWednesday, December 11, 2019
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Public school students and staff are fighting fires in NSW

As the bushfire crisis escalated on the mid north coast, public school students and staff put themselves in the path…
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Rosie ClarkeWednesday, November 27, 2019
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Securing your school perimeter against vandals

Preventing a break-in comes down to security procedure and protocol. Particularly as schools invest in digital technologies, outdoor learning aids…
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UNSW NewsroomWednesday, November 27, 2019
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Online violence just as destructive as offline violence

Dr Jane says contrary to claims that cyberhate is mostly innocuous because it is virtual rather than ‘real’, the widespread…
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Rosie ClarkeTuesday, November 19, 2019
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Be compliant and be safe

WorkSafe found several compliance issues with hazardous substance regulations in several schools in WA. When news broke of this earlier…
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School NewsMonday, November 18, 2019
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Bushfires can make kids scared and anxious: here are 5 steps to help them cope

Research shows somewhere between 7% and 45% of children suffer depression after experiencing a natural disaster.
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School NewsWednesday, November 13, 2019
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Bushfires prompt mental health resource for schools

As of Wednesday, approximately 154 schools remain non-operational in fire-affected areas.
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School NewsWednesday, October 16, 2019
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‘I wish you were murdered’: some students don’t know the difference between bullying and banter

Many Australian students don’t know the difference between banter and bullying, with some saying they joke about wishing their friend…
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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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