Is your school an innovative learning space?
Principal Australia Institute’s CEO, Jim Davies, shared a glimpse into how some principals are making their schools an innovative learning space in 2015.
Brett Henebery is the editor and lead news reporter of The Educator, one of Australia's leading publications covering K-12 and higher education. Over a decade with the publication, he has built and shaped a portfolio spanning Australia's schools, universities, and the broader APAC education landscape.
With 12 years of editorial experience in education journalism, Brett brings deep sector knowledge to every story he covers. His specialty areas include best-practice teaching, education technology, and education reform — translating complex policy and pedagogical developments into clear, authoritative content for education professionals and school leaders.
Brett's long tenure at The Educator has given him rare insight into the evolving pressures facing Australian educators, from curriculum reform and EdTech adoption to workforce challenges across the sector.
Outside of his editorial work, Brett is an avid traveler and musician — interests that inform a grounded, human perspective in his writing.
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Primary school literacy improving, says expert
There are “promising signs” of improvements in primary reading levels, says a leading voice in education.
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"Culture of competition" not in the best interests of schools
The president of the Secondary Principals’ Council says "culture of competition" is not in the best interests of schools.
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Govt announces “world first” $40m school
The Education Minister has announced a new state-of-the-art super school for Ballina.
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How your school can fight cyber-bullying
A new high-tech weapon can aid in the fight to keep your school's students safe.
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EXCLUSIVE: Parramatta MP reveals vision for $100m high-rise school
As the NSW state government prepares to unveil a $100m high-rise school in Parramatta's CBD, Parramatta MP Julie Owens has told The Educator the facility could house more than just a school.
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EXCLUSIVE: ACARA responds to record NAPLAN withdrawals
While NAPLAN is not high stakes, illiteracy and poor numeracy skills are, says ACARA’s general manager, Dr Stanley Rabinowitz.
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Principal well-being a top priority in 2015
“A ship without a rudder is a problem", so principal well-being will be a top priority for the year ahead, says Principals Australia Institute (PAI) CEO, Jim Davies.
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Infant schooling: how young is too young?
Did you know there is an actual school for babies? Meet “Shichida Education”, where babies learn math and language.
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Keyboards multiply, but educators still swear by cursive
It has helped human communication evolve since 3200BC, but Finnish schools will soon be phasing out handwriting altogether. Could Australia be next?