Nearly half of Aussie kids stayed home today
New data reveals nearly half of school students did not attended school today – up from 25% on Friday
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COVID-19 advice not applicable to schools – teachers
Not all of the advice and regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 can be applied in schools, the teachers’ union says
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Principals stressed over COVID-19 response
Educators are increasingly stressed about conflicting expert advice and a lack of resources amid the worsening COVID-19 pandemic
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How to talk to students about COVID-19
The first step when speaking with anxious students is for teachers to remain calm and well-informed
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'Well overdue': Inquiry to review teacher workloads
An independent inquiry will look into the pressures that Australian teachers are facing in classrooms
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Govt urged to exercise caution on curriculum review
Principals, teachers and academics say some of the proposed changes to the NSW curriculum need to be carefully considered
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NSW schools set for biggest shake-up in 30 years
The interim curriculum review has proposed sweeping changes to the state's schools, including a renewed focus on maths, English and science
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Student enrolments are up…but not for Catholic schools
Government and Independent schools are struggling to keep up with the climbing student enrolments, so what’s up with the Catholic sector?
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Concerns grow over ‘corporatisaton’ of Australia’s schools
In today’s tech-driven world, the presence of big business in schools comes as no surprise. However, the extent of their involvement is raising eyebrows
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New school slammed as 'disgraceful' and 'damaging'
Uproar is growing over the NSW Premier’s plan for a new selective school in south-western Sydney