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Why the extra mile makes all the difference

The Educator speaks with two award-winning teachers who share the secrets behind their success in the classroom.

Principal’s Scientology video sparks concerns

The Church of Scientology is under fire for using a school principal and some of her students in a promotional video.

Education change-makers highlighted

An expanding initiative is helping to recognise the profession of teaching and school leadership.

How principals are leading change through social media

As community engagement becomes an increasingly important consideration for principals, The Educator looks at some solutions that are working wonders for some schools.

Let kids start preschool at 3, says new report

A new report has recommended that universal preschool be extended to include three-year-old children.

The Educator Weekend Wrap: Piccoli’s vision, govt warned on workloads & inspiring teachers rewarded

Making news this week, teaching standards in the spotlight, red flag over workloads and a new fellowship program is launched.

Govt warned: ‘Reduce workloads or lose teachers’

A new report by the teachers union shows that demands on teachers are reaching a critical point.

Expert questions value of mobile devices in classrooms

A recent gathering of education leaders and experts revealed some startling wake-up calls for Australia’s education system.

Principals boost teacher morale…with an old-school twist

A leading educator has implemented a strategy to boost staff morale in schools – and reinstate the status of teaching.

Principal admits ‘catastrophic failure’

The principal of a prestigious private school admits it was a “catastrophic failure” not to report a student's indecent assault to police, despite advice that they should.