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School NewsWednesday, February 9, 2022
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NSW independent teacher union to push for bigger pay rise

“Teachers’ salaries have slid steadily backwards since the NSW Government introduced wage caps more than a decade ago – wage…
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School NewsWednesday, February 9, 2022
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Teachers can’t keep pretending everything is OK – toxic positivity will only make them sick

The spread of Omicron will make chronic staff shortages worse and has added to teachers’ responsibilities. They must now be…
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School NewsWednesday, February 9, 2022
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Return-to-school plans overlook chronic teacher shortages outside the big cities

Education departments across Australia have developed plans to counter workforce disruptions. Schools can call on pools of retired teachers to…
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School NewsWednesday, February 9, 2022
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‘I’m not going to waste my time on prayers’: how secular teachers navigate working in religious schools

The study showed teachers’ ethical struggles with student discipline in Catholic and Jewish schools. It revealed most teachers decided to…
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Rosie ClarkeWednesday, February 2, 2022
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Citipointe Christian College withdraws “distressing” enrolment contract

The contract, which lists homosexuality alongside bestiality, incest, and paedophilia, as "sinful", devastated the school community when it was sent…
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School NewsTuesday, February 1, 2022
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Monster tech bill tots up for school families

While 23% of parents say their financial situation is worse than same time last year, 59% say they’ll be spending…
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School NewsTuesday, February 1, 2022
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Schools can expect a year of disruption. Here are 7 ways they can help support the well-being of students and staff

We reviewed studies world-wide on the initiatives they used and listened to 25 experts – school leaders, teachers and school…
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School NewsTuesday, February 1, 2022
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Test all students and staff twice a week, or only close contacts? States have different school plans – here’s what they mean

Both strategies, surveillance and test to stay, have been implemented in several jurisdictions in the United States, Canada and Europe,…
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School NewsTuesday, February 1, 2022
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Once a form of ‘social camouflage’, school uniforms have become impractical and unfair. Why it’s time for a makeover

Studies have shown girls are more active when wearing a sports uniform.
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School NewsTuesday, February 1, 2022
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Teachers don’t have enough time to prepare well for class. We have a solution

Almost all teachers (92%) in our study out today said they don’t have enough time to prepare effectively for classroom…
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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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