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Opinion: Why every school should have an Occupational Therapist
Introducing OTs to schools will significantly benefit autistic children and catalyse positive system-wide change, writes Sam Hunter, CEO of Occupational Therapy Australia
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From School Captain to mental health champion
Renowned mental health advocate, Hugh van Cuylenburg, has been awarded the prestigious Carey Medal from his alma mater
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‘Cruel’ wellbeing approach adding to teachers’ stress – study
Challenges faced by overworked teachers are being intensified by expectations placed on them to manage their own wellbeing, new research shows
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Student lives at risk over school mental health policies
Thousands of tertiary-qualified counsellors are available for schools but are being shut out of the system
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Tips for teachers and leaders to combat student anxiety
The Educator speaks to Dr Tom Brunzell, Director of Education at Berry Street
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How to get students engaged in learning at the start of a new school year
The Educator speaks to James Horrocks, Head of Wellbeing at Waverley College
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How much should schools rely on AI in their risk assessments?
The Educator speaks to an expert who shares some valuable insights into this important topic
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The value of professional learning in combating student anxiety
If teachers confidently engage with an anxious student, they can teach while also helping the child be the ‘boss’ of their anxiety, writes Michael Hawton
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How brave conversations can help schools improve student safety
An expert explains the far-reaching benefits of a whole-of-school approach that embeds trauma-informed teaching practice
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How to build a whole-school culture of wellbeing for staff and students
The Educator speaks to Yvonne Lindros, ReLATE Consultant and Practice Specialist at the MacKillop Institute