Ignore Gonski at your peril, teachers warn govt
Australia's school system risks becoming one of the world's most inequitable, NSW Teachers Federation president, Maurie Mulheron, tells The Educator.
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NAPLAN tests to be marked by computers
Computers will mark the written component of the NAPLAN exams from 2017 – a plan that has infuriated teachers.
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School a 'hot bed of violence': Piccoli holds urgent meeting
Adrian Piccoli is set to hold an urgent meeting with teachers over reports of “daily violence" in a NSW school.
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Beyond Knox: what to do if a teacher is reported
The procedures that govern a school’s response to teacher misconduct are strict and unequivocal in both the public and private sector.
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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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Schools struggle with demand for ESL classes
A massive 62% increase in students who require ESL courses is proving a challenge for many schools. Are you taking advantage of all the funding available?
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NSW schools get extra support classes for special needs students
The hard work of teachers, principals and the NSW Teachers Federation (NSWTF) has paid off.
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Autonomy for school principals: how much is too much?
On the face of it, a principal having autonomy might sound like a good thing.
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Calling all female principals: where are you?
The vast majority of our teaching workforce is female, so why are most school principals male?
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Principals - what will your report card look like?
Report cards for principals: the mere thought of it would make any student smirk.