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School NewsThursday, April 25, 2019
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Telling the forgotten stories of Indigenous servicemen in the first world war

Despite fighting and dying for Australia, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders still weren’t considered citizens upon their return from the…
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School NewsThursday, April 25, 2019
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NIDA targets early career teachers for free program

The program welcomes all teachers employed in a primary or secondary school in the first five years of their teaching…
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School NewsTuesday, April 16, 2019
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Homeschooled children are far more socially engaged than you might think

Between 2011 and 2017, the number of children homeschooled in Australia grew by more than 80%.
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School NewsWednesday, April 10, 2019
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How has education policy changed under the Coalition government?

The Coalition’s approach to schooling policy since the 2016 election has primarily focused on its Quality Schools agenda.
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School NewsWednesday, April 10, 2019
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Myschool Shows Victorian Schools Kicking Goals

Students who were in Year 3 in 2016 at Glenroy Central Primary School have seen their average reading score improve…
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School NewsWednesday, April 10, 2019
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Autism awareness: flexible techniques help school success

Autism Awareness Day was this week! Author of The Everyday Autism Series and mother of two, Monique Cain reveals how teachers…
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Brendon FogartyWednesday, April 10, 2019
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Guiding tomorrow’s decision makers towards a sustainable future

By having experiences in and with nature, students will be better equipped to promote positive attitudes and responsible action towards…
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NSW Department of EducationWednesday, April 3, 2019
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Meet the NSW public educators dominating national awards

Murramarang Elders judge students’ preparation of Aboriginal-influenced foods; town GPs review student research on vaccines; farmers help students understand pest…
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Diane RobertsonWednesday, April 3, 2019
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Australian Principal of the Year reveals what makes her school so extraordinary

Clarke Road School's Diane Robertson shares her working life with us... "Our school draws on insights of positive psychology, internal…
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Kristen DouglasWednesday, March 27, 2019
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Op-ed: Teachers talking to students about suicide

Sometimes it can become stressful for teachers and educators to navigate a conversation about suicide with both students and their…
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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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100% Australian Made Indoor Sports Flooring

With Australia’s weather becoming increasingly volatile and unpredictable, having a safe, multi-purpose indoor gym is becoming an increasingly valuable resource for schools.
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