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COAG endorses National Principles for Child Safe Organisations
The National Principles for Child Safe Organisations have been formally endorsed by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG). This was a key recommendation out of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse and sets benchmarks for the development and maintenance of child safe cultures in organisations across Australia who work with children and young people.
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‘Our Priorities’ Vision (WA)
An additional 150,000 Western Australian jobs will be created, as part of the 'Our Priorities: Sharing Prosperity' program announced today by Premier Mark McGowan.
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New Department of Education Director General Appointed (WA)
Education and Training Minister Sue Ellery has welcomed the appointment of Lisa Rodgers as the new Director General of the Department of Education.
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ISCA Media Statement - Selective ABC Analysis only Highlights Complexity of School Funding
The ABC's recent analysis of school funding fails to understand the complexities of how schools are funded across sectors, both at Commonwealth and State level, and the unique characteristics of schools that contributes to their funding. ISCA does not agree with the methodology used by the ABC.
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New School-Based Program to Support Children’s Mental Health
New School-Based Program to Support Children’s Mental Health
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Valerie Gould Awarded 2018 WA College of Educators Medal
Valerie Gould Awarded WA College of Educators Medal
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National Review of Teacher Registration
The Australian Government’s National Review of Teacher Registration was facilitated by the Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) and looked at teacher registration across Australia to ensure processes are nationally consistent, rigorous, and focus on teacher quality. The Report of the National Review can be accessed via the link below.
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AISWA Website Outage - 28th September & 2nd October
AISWA’s website will be undergoing maintenance work and upgrades and will be inaccessible on both Friday 28th September and Tuesday 2nd October.
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AISWA Term 3 Professional Learning Flip Book
The AISWA Term 3 Professional Learning Flip Book is now available for your viewing/browsing pleasure!
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Independent Review of the Socio-Economic Status Score Methodology
The Final Report of the National School Resourcing Board's Independent Review of the Socio-Economic Status Score Methodology has been released.
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The Changing Face of Australian Schooling
Analysis of the 2016 Census of Population and Housing shows a continuing trend of strong Independent school sector growth for medium-income families, demonstrating that both Independent and Catholic schools are now predominantly attended by middle-income families.
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Unpaid Domestic Violence Leave: A new unpaid entitlement for school employees
The Fair Work Commission has decided to include five days unpaid domestic violence leave in all Modern Awards.
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Independent Schools Express Concerns about SES Review
The Independent Schools Council of Australia (ISCA) has expressed serious concern about recent media reports that prematurely speculate about the potential recommendations of the Review of the socio-economic status (SES) score methodology being undertaken by the National Schools Resourcing Board (NSRB).
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Dr Gary Stager “Invent to Learn” Masterclass (teaching Technologies) - 12 June
There is only about A WEEK LEFT to register for this fantastic opportunity to participate in a full-day “Invent To Learn” masterclass delivered by internationally renowned Dr Gary Stager. There are still 15 places available. Join about 80 colleagues from all jurisdictions to experience some of the joys of teaching Technologies!
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2018 ISCA Snapshot Publication
The 2018 ISCA Snapshot publication is now available for download via the ISCA website - www.isca.edu.au. Schools are strongly encouraged to share this resource with governing board members, school staff and the wider school community.
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Members Help - How To Videos
AISWA have now put online the 1st set of our "How To Videos" for member schools. The videos are divided into two sections, one for all staff at AISWA member schools and one for staff with the administration role applied to their account. Please take a look, especially if you are new to the website or have recently had an Admin Role applied to your account. Your feedback is always welcome and if there is a video you would like for the next release please email the request to websupport@ais.wa.edu.au for consideration Your feedback is always welcome and if there is a video you would like for the next release please email the request to websupport@ais.wa.edu.au for consideration
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2018 ISCA & AHISA National Education Forum - 20 August
The ISCA – AHISA Joint National Education Forum, A National Perspective, will be held at the Hyatt Hotel in Canberra on Monday 20 August 2018.
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ISCA Analysis of the Federal Budget 2018-19
ISCA’s Analysis of the Federal Budget 2018-19
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Through Growth to Achievement: Report of the Review to Achieve Educational Excellence in Australian Schools
The Federal Government has released a landmark report on Australia’s schooling system and accepted its recommendations in principle. The Government commissioned Mr David Gonski AC to undertake the Review to Achieve Educational Excellence in Australian Schools alongside a panel of seven eminent education and policy experts to determine how Australia can improve student achievement and school performance.
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Australian Journal of Education April 2018 Topical Collection: Cyberbullying
This is a monthly collection bringing together a number of recent and relevant articles on a chosen topic from the Australian Journal of Education. The theme of this month's issue is Cyberbullying.
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Mobile phones in the classroom – what does the research say?
As Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programs become more widespread, questions are being raised about the benefits of allowing students to actively use mobile phones as learning devices in school. Over the past decade, several studies have taken a closer look at student and educator perspectives on the issue.
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Independent Review into Regional, Rural and Remote Education
The report on an extensive review to guide efforts to overcome the educational divide between capital cities and regional and rural areas is now available to the public.
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Early Childhood Australia Reconciliation Symposium - Fremantle, 11–12 May
The Reconciliation Symposium explores the nature of reconciliation within the sector and brings the matter of reconciliation in early childhood into the spotlight to work towards a better future for all Australians.
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