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Rural communities won’t lose teachers – govt
Rural and remote communities suffering through the drought are not about to lose their teaching staff, the NSW Education Minister has assured
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How to bring more clarity into your leadership
Highly accomplished practitioner and researcher Dr Lyn Sharratt explains how principals can create a culture of learning that embraces equity and excellence
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Greater oversight of child welfare needed, says expert
The Educator speaks to an expert about a new report which found major flaws in the NSW Department of Education’s unit tasked with investigating misconduct complaints
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Teachers call for boost in play-based learning
A recent survey found that 80% of WA teachers support more play-based learning in early childhood classrooms
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Opinion: We are short-changing our girls in co-ed schools
A recent article discussing the inclusion of single-sex classes in co-educational environments ignores the very real benefits of single-sex schools. Loren Bridge, executive officer at the Alliance of Girls Schools Australia explains why
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Boys need support for positive body image too
Research now confirms that eating disorders and negative body image in males are increasing
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Program gives Year 5 girls ‘emotional toolkit of skills’
Year 5 teacher Annie Shannon explains how her school’s ‘Social Tuesdays’ program is boosting students’ social and emotional skills
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College farewells ‘humble and humorous’ teacher
St Rita’s College in Clayfield has farewelled a hallmark member of its staff, Paul Jarvis, after 40 years of teaching at the campus’ secondary school
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How to build a culture of positivity and productivity
The Educator speaks to Matthew Flinders Anglican College principal Stuart Meade about how his school’s culture is strengthening its core values
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New centre to support students’ mental health
Students at one Victorian school will soon have a dedicated space where they can gain skills to manage and build their mental health and wellbeing