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What is Toxic Positivity and How to Avoid It
Toxic positivity not only attempts to silence negative emotions, but it negates them altogether. This can lead to feeling guilt…
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The Colourful Characters of Australian History
“I don't think Australian children are being taught enough about the great characters – men and women – who made…
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Framework for AI use in schools
Lucinda McKnight and Leon Furze from Deakin University explain why caution is still necessary when using AI in schools.
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Off and away: Mobile phone bans
In the past year, mobile phones have been disappearing from classrooms and school yards, with bans to restrict their use…
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Good looking, organised bag storage
Well-designed storage solutions can be an important consideration for the safety and wellbeing of staff and students.
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Behind the scenes of a hospital school
It is a challenge not knowing what – or who – they will be teaching. It means that a typical…
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School funding: is it fair?
How is school funding calculated, and is the government on track to meet its funding commitments and promises?
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What it takes to be Parent of the Year
“My dad told me many years ago, ‘Don’t ever volunteer to be recognised, do it for your own self-worth’ but…
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What are young people most concerned about?
Mission Australia’s new Youth Survey Report 2023 provides insights into young people’s thoughts, experiences, concerns and solutions.
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Maintaining green spaces
There is a growing body of evidence that shows access to green space is linked to the healthy development of…
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