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ACT signs updated federal school funding deal
Under the new agreement, the Commonwealth will lift public school funding to 25% of the SRS by 2034
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'Broad national conversation' needed on equity and disadvantage
A former education official has proposed measures to address the increasing concentration of disadvantaged students in NSW public schools
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School funding: Fair or flawed?
The debate over public vs private school funding is back – are taxpayers unfairly propping up elite schools while public schools struggle to stay afloat?
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School funding boosts student achievement, major study confirms
More money in schools leads to better test scores, higher school completion rates, improved tertiary attainment, and increased lifetime earnings, the research shows
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‘A historic breakthrough’: NSW signs up to federal funding deal
The deal boosts the Federal Government's SRS share to 25%, ensuring public schools receive full funding when combined with state contributions
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Social media ban for under 16s passes Parliament
The ban requires social media platforms to block access for Australians under 16, with breaches facing fines of nearly $50m
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Revealed: Australia’s most innovative schools of 2024
The Educator showcases the schools that have been breaking the mould of traditional teaching in 2024
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Study reveals alarming spike in critical incidents at Australia’s schools
The Educator speaks to the study's lead investigator about the psychosocial impact on principals as they lead their communities through these incidents
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Educators drowning in others' trauma – landmark report
A first-of-its-kind study reveals the devastating impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress trauma on school staff in Australia
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'A national trend': School funds allegedly being funnelled into burgeoning bureaucracies
Principals claim a nationwide trend is diverting vital school funds to bureaucracy, leaving disadvantaged students struggling for essential resources