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Principals urge greater private school accountability

There is a large gap in accountability between public and private schools when it comes to reporting requirements, say principals.

Student hacks teacher's email to cheat exam

A prestigious Melbourne private school is investigating after one of its students hacked into a staff computer to access an upcoming assessment.

Far Out Friday: Donald J Trump elementary?

When the public is asked to rename a school, it’s only natural for a few wild suggestions to slip through the cracks.

Opinion: The value and opportunity of connecting education and STEM professionals

Claudette Bateup, national director of CSIRO’s Scientists and Mathematicians in Schools, explains the value collaboration has for students’ STEM engagement.

Principal arrested for lurking outside teacher’s house

A former principal has been arrested and fined after he was caught loitering outside the home of a teacher who worked at his school.

Elite school principal responds to allegations

The principal of an elite Canberra private school has responded to angry parents who have questioned her leadership.

Student tech skilling runs 'Full STEAM Ahead'

A technology giant’s new initiative will soon give 1,000 students a chance to boost their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM).

Troubled school launches rescue plan

Despite being faced with closure, Sydney’s largest Islamic school will remain open next term as it launches an action plan to restore Federal Government funding.

New Tech Schools aim to bridge skills gap

Ten new state-of-the-art Tech Schools will soon provide Victoria’s students with new pathways into a potential STEM career.

Program for disadvantaged students making a difference

A new report shows how a national scholarship program is making a significant difference to disadvantaged students.