-
‘Children should be the focus of 2018’
In 2018, Australia needs to think less about school systems and more about children, says David Roy, senior lecturer at Newcastle University
-
Schools must fight racism to become inclusive
While schools have focused on creating inclusive environments, they need to identify and overcome racism to be truly inclusive, a new paper says
-
Students' career aspirations do not match workforce needs – report
New research shows that skills mismatch starts early, and that career aspirations change only marginally after the age of seven
-
The Educator Weekend Wrap: Education costs, principals unprepared & improved support for teachers
Making news this week, a new report flags the rising cost of education, many new principals are unprepared for the job and teachers get improved literacy and numeracy support
-
Teachers get new literacy and numeracy support
ACARA has released an important new tool to help teachers improve literacy and numeracy outcomes for students
-
New partnership aims to improve student outcomes
The Educator looks at a new partnership giving school leaders a deeper evidence base to lead their schools change agenda
-
New private schools prepare to open their gates
This year, more than 120,000 students will enrol in Queensland independent schools, some of which are opening their doors for the first time
-
Star maths teacher to deliver 2018 Australia Day address
World-renowned maths teacher and internet sensation Eddie Woo will deliver this year’s Australia Day Address
-
Grant scheme announced for stressed principals
Stressed out principals in the Northern Territory can now apply for $600 to go towards gym memberships and wellness programs
-
Opinion: Private schools need to tackle governance issues
Whether the private school sector has noticed or not, disruption is here, says John Simpson, a former council member of Melbourne’s Scotch College
