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Public schools welcome new school psychologists for 2024
26 February 2024
Across WA, 65 new school psychologists have been welcomed to start 2024, set to support schools to enhance student wellbeing, engagement and achievement.
Language success on a national stage
29 February 2024
A South West primary school has been recognised for its outstanding language students with top placings in a national language competition.
Schools supporting schools
13 March 2024
Students and school staff from across Western Australia continue to support education in Cambodia through the long-running Angkor Project.
Excelling in education: finalists announced for Women of Achievement Award
15 February 2024
Five finalists have been announced for the Director General’s Women of Achievement Award, who all support education in WA in their own way.
Making sure we never forget
19 March 2024
As 10 West Australian students prepare to head to Singapore for the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour, the opportunity to be a part of the 2025 travelling party has recently opened.
Teachers soar to new heights in flying squad
28 March 2024
For more than two decades, the Teacher Flying Squad has been an ongoing source of support for regional schools.
Who run the track? Girls!
08 March 2024
Four female students passionate about STEM are gearing up to compete in an F1 challenge in Adelaide.
Top students share their top tips for acing ATAR
14 February 2024
Graduates from Perth Modern who received an ATAR of 99.95 share their tips for navigating Year 12. Plus, we explain what ATAR is.
Sharing origin stories
31 March 2023
The extraordinary origin stories of John Forest Secondary College students have been featured in a new e-book.
Family ties drive student Anzac tour
05 April 2023
For Ebony Whitney, the Premier’s Anzac Student Tour is a “life-changing” chance to explore her deep interest in history, as well as her family’s legacy.
Premier's Reading Challenge 2023 set to launch
04 April 2023
The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back for another year and it’s going to be bigger than ever.
Budding rangers at work
06 April 2023
Kununurra students have removed invasive weeds to rehabilitate a local spring as part of a new program offering On Country education opportunities and pathways to future employment.
Kids choose recycling
24 March 2023
The recycling efforts of WA students played a starring role in one of the most popular artworks at this year’s Sculpture by the Sea.
A place to meet and connect
20 April 2023
A Great Southern primary school has opened a dedicated Noongar community room to offer a space to yarn, connect and build positive relationships.
Perth art teacher Archibald Prize finalist
01 May 2023
An award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher dedicated to sharing her creative talents to re-engage students has been named a finalist for a prestigious art prize.
Rising music talent unearthed
06 September 2024
Former Ellenbrook Secondary College student, Mariae Cassandra, has catapulted onto the national stage after winning Triple J’s 2024 Unearthed High competition.
Pedalling to success
09 September 2024
Students from a remote community school have undertaken a spectacular bike journey to one of the Kimberley’s most iconic attractions.
Two WA educators among national teaching award winners
16 September 2024
Two WA public school teachers have been recognised as being among the most inspiring in the country.
WA Education Awards finalists announced
11 September 2024
From schools in the golden fields of the Wheatbelt and red earth of the Pilbara, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2024 have been announced.
Praise for Paralympians
26 September 2024
The buzz has settled from Paris 2024, but the mark our former public school students left on their sports will remain.
Aspiring Aboriginal teachers win scholarship
19 July 2024
Two Aboriginal educators passionate about making a difference at regional public schools have been awarded a life-changing teaching scholarship.
Native trees teach traditions
17 July 2024
A new nature walk at Broome Senior High School enables students to learn about the rich botanical diversity of the Kimberley region.
Hollywood on the horizon
18 July 2024
One Applecross Senior High School student leaps from the school stage to the silver screen as she makes her acting debut in a film streaming on Netflix.
Tree-mendous outdoor classroom
05 August 2024
Ashdale Primary School students and staff are now seeing the forest for the trees as they unveil an innovative urban greening project.
Dam good career opportunities
30 May 2024
39 Clontarf students have joined the Water Corporation, through apprenticeship, traineeship, and graduate opportunities.
Harvey River fish get a suite deal
05 June 2024
Fish living in the Harvey River recently received an accommodation upgrade.
Public Service Medal for Education Director General
10 June 2024
Director General Lisa Rodgers has been awarded a prestigious Public Service Medal for her extraordinary work undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cooking up job ready skills
14 June 2024
Students at a remote school in the far northern Kimberley are perfecting their hospitality skills as part of an initiative to provide pathways to employment.
Helping dogs in a ruff spot
24 June 2024
Jason Buchanan, his wife Ainslie, daughter Lyla, and her best friend Nancy, are spearheading a winter collection drive to support the Dogs’ Refuge Home.
Moo-ving into dairy careers
25 June 2024
Students at Coodanup College had a hands-on experience taking care of two calves to learn more about careers in the dairy industry.
Student band wins at WAM awards
01 July 2024
A song written by a local band comprising of four secondary students has received a gong at the recent Western Australian Music (WAM) awards.
Stepping into NAIDOC celebrations
09 July 2024
River Valley Primary School students have put their art and paving skills to the test for their NAIDOC Week, handmaking 77 stepping stones.
Turtle-y awesome rescue by students
15 July 2024
A recent school trip to clean up Binningup Beach took an unexpected turn for three students from Parkfield Primary School.
Age is just a number
14 October 2024
An early childhood teacher has brought aged-care residents into her kindergarten class to encourage mutual enrichment.
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day
25 October 2024
World Teachers’ Day is celebrated across Australia today to thank educators for their unwavering passion and dedication.
Canning Vale's heart of gold
25 September 2024
If acts of kindness were an Olympic sport, Canning Vale Primary School teacher Belinda Johnston would take home the gold medal.
WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in wellbeing and learning
23 October 2024
Four schools have been recognised for their incredible work and achievements in supporting the wellbeing of students.
Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour
11 November 2024
Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.
Exploring culture through art
29 May 2023
A renowned Indigenous artist inspired Leeming students to explore culture through a stunning collaborative artwork.
Award-winning Karratha initiative
30 May 2023
The Karratha Education Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to education in the Pilbara.
Tambrey on Track
06 June 2023
A Karratha Aboriginal educator is using her experience as a marathon runner to teach young female Indigenous students about fitness, health and wellbeing.
Competition inspires young innovators
13 June 2023
Primary school students got the chance to tackle challenging real-world scenarios as part of a dynamic interschool STEM competition.
Abi’s best yarn inspires peers
21 June 2023
A talented WA student could be the next winner of the Best Australian Yarn Short Story Competition.
All-rounder hits goals for six
22 June 2023
Kent Street Senior High School student Chloe Ainsworth has won a cricketing opportunity of a lifetime.
Music sparks joy
27 June 2023
A brass ensemble, a wind orchestra and moving vocal performances were among the standout moments at the annual Opus concert where guests enjoyed the incredible power of music and song.
The beauty of Country and family
07 July 2023
An Aboriginal educator has written a bilingual picture book in Noongar and English to celebrate the beauty of Country and family.
Premier League king spurs on Lynwood goals
29 March 2023
An English Premier League legend shared his skills with some emerging Lynwood Senior High School soccer stars when he visited the school.
You can’t take the Samson out of Sam
21 July 2023
Years before kicking goals on the world stage, international football superstar Sam Kerr perfected her trademark celebratory backflip on a Perth school oval.
Voyager takes students on journey towards stardom
18 September 2023
Specialist music students at Kelmscott Senior High School have jammed out at a lunchtime gig with international music stars Voyager.
Students trade in their classroom for national championships
27 July 2023
Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.