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Bucking the STEM trend: one student's journey to success

Studies show that three times as many men are seeking to enter a career in STEM than women. The Educator talks to one young woman who is bucking this trend

The Educator Weekend Wrap: Principal quits, NAPLAN revolt and report into scripture classes

A departing principal is hit with a no confidence vote, schools pull out of NAPLAN and a state government releases its long-awaited report into scripture classes

Principal hit with no-confidence vote ahead of departure

It has been revealed that the principal of an elite Sydney school faced a massive no-confidence vote ahead of her resignation

Academics weigh in on improving education

A new report highlights the issues with the status quo in Australia's schools and suggests a fix

Govt releases report into religious education

The NSW Government has responded to the recommendations of an independent report into special religious education in the state’s schools

First-time teachers head to school of hard knocks

An upcoming documentary will throw new teachers in the deep end to get a first-hand look at what it means to teach in a disadvantaged school

The ‘impact goals’ driving one school’s success

The Educator looks at how one school is using technology to support its student-focused strategic plan

How schools can reduce their carbon footprint – and save money doing it

Looking to significantly reduce your school’s energy usage and costs? The Educator investigates one potential solution

Minister pulls schools out of NAPLAN trials

One state has abruptly ended its schools’ NAPLAN Online trials after a number of technical glitches were found

Principal calls for national response to ‘misogynistic attitudes’

A principal has spoken out against the alleged rape of one of her students, urging other educators to step up to the plate