Exclusives

Principals expand horizons with revolutionary program

The rapid growth of a global peer-shadowing program is taking principals’ professional networking opportunities to a new level.

“We've had enough”: Independent schools poised to strike

The union representing independent schools has announced it will strike on 28 April unless its ongoing dispute with the Catholic Commission for Employment Relations (CCER) is resolved by the weekend.

Homework debate requires a reality check

If homework is a bridge between school and home, it must be lighter, narrower and more flexible, says NSW Parents Council (NSWPC) CEO, Noel Hadjmichael.

Inspiring progress through empowerment

When words such as inspiration, motivation and empowerment are put into action, a school can do significant things.

New program motivates students to learn what they love

A revolutionary program is helping inspire and motivate student learning and industry engagement in more than 40 schools across the nation.

Catholic school body defends stance on Anti-Discrimination exemptions

A Catholic educator's group is at odds with the Independent Education Union over a proposed Code of Behaviour clause.

Confronting crisis with innovation: how to make your learning space a teaching tool

The challenges posed by the world’s surging population inspired this principal’s determination to make 21st century learning work.

A school must be a business as well as a family - top principal

A top principal has suggested that school leaders strike a balance between running their institutions like a business as well as a family.

"Our jobs as educators don't get better than this!"

Kathy Melky is truly a principal starting from scratch. She talks exclusively with The Educator about her vision for opening and running a brand new school.

Principal warns of tough times as govt showdown looms

The lack of Government funding is threatening crucial school programs, says a leading voice in Independent education.