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Experts respond to trial of phonics test

There are claims that the trial of a phonics test in South Australian schools revealed strong benefits and no drawbacks, but some experts disagree

New initiative helps schools craft tomorrow's leaders

A new partnership is providing teachers with free professional development in STEAM education. The Educator talks to the pioneers behind the initiative

Opinion: How edutech can benefit your school

Digital consultant at Web Profits, Alex Mason discusses how new, tech-driven ways of communicating can benefit your school

New partnership prepares students for future workforce

A new initiative has launched to equip and empower students with the skills and mindset they need to navigate work

The food philosophy boosting student health

The Educator speaks to the CEO of an organisation improving students' healthy eating habits well beyond the school gate

Junk food ads driving weight-gain in children – study

A world-first study has found that junk food ads lead to overeating capable of driving unhealthy weight gain in children

Former principal takes up CEO role

After stepping down as St Michael's Grammar's long-time principal, Simon Gipson has found new purpose heading up an exciting national program

New autism school to welcome first students

A new school catering for children with autism has opened its doors for the first time

Opinion: Our schools' own goals

Imagine a beehive where its super-conscientious workers are laboring tirelessly. Now imagine you had the opportunity to interview one random bee

The Educator Weekend Wrap: Managing difficult parents, building your brand & principals brainstorm

Making news this week, how to navigate communicating with difficult parents, building your school’s brand and principals meet to discuss key challenges