Are teacher vetting processes up to scratch?
The Educator looks at the reports of alleged loopholes in teacher vetting processes in NSW schools, and what the state’s principals have to say about the issue.
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The Educator Weekend Wrap: Teacher vetting fears, top-earning principals & Govt takes over school
Making news this week, fears over teacher vetting, the salaries of top-earning principals and a troubled school gets taken over by the government.
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‘Dangerous vetting loophole’ risky business for schools
There are warnings that minimal background checks for temporary teachers may be opening the door to paedophiles teaching in public schools.
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What’s behind the rise in assaults on teachers?
Figures show that in some states, violent attacks on teachers are on the rise – but what’s behind this worrying trend? The Educator investigates.
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‘Completely unacceptable’ behaviour sparks outrage
A group of students will be suspended after they allegedly mocked and abused a disabled man on a train.
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The Educator Weekend Wrap: Schools get $1.2bn, major school saved and docs reveal weapons in schools
Making news this week, the Budget hands schools $1.2bn, a major school steps back from the brink and documents reveal the extent of weapons in WA schools.
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Budget leak casts doubt on Labor’s education plan
A pre-election stoush has erupted over a major funding shortfall in Labor's plans to pay for its education policy.
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Govt pledges $1.2bn for schools…but there’s a catch
The Federal Government has pledged $1.2bn for schools in the lead-up to the 2016 Budget – but there are strings attached.
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Principals taking extreme measures to help kids in need
Principals are siphoning funds from other areas of their school budget to help students with disabilities, a new survey reveals.
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Minister hits back over govt’s funding criticism
A state education minister has responded to claims made by the Federal Government that the states are not investing enough money in their schools.