South Coast schools reopen after fire danger rating downgraded
Normal classes in more than 20 schools on the NSW Far South Coast have resumed today after the fire danger rating was downgraded from 'catastrophic' to 'high'
Brett Henebery is the editor and lead news reporter of The Educator. During his ten years with the publication, he has helped establish a portfolio from across Australia’s K-12 and higher education sectors. His specialty areas include the best practices in teaching, education technology, and education reform across Australia and APAC.
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Work health and safety lessons from a school camping tragedy
A recent court case is timely reminder for schools to conduct risk assessments and seek early legal advice after serious incidents
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The importance of formative assessment, and the place for it in our schools
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How NSW is identifying and supporting future principals
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Damning OECD report amplifies calls to boost public school funding
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Study reveals how much money teachers spend on classroom supplies
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How teachers can help young people evaluate online content in a post-truth world
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QLD teacher joins education’s cream of the crop
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Power of play can motivate teachers and students – study
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How this principal turned the tables in a disadvantaged community
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