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From science lab to Women of Achievement finalist

19 February

Championing curiosity, confidence and opportunity in STEM, Laboratory Technician Jane Alexander from Joseph Banks Secondary College has been recognised with a nomination for the Department’s 2026 Women of Achievement Award.
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Barista training helps Exmouth students with daily grind

18 February

Students at Exmouth District High School can now master a macchiato and learn to pour a perfect flat white fol...
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Finalist inspired most by her students

17 February

Putting others first inspired an education career for Principal Alison Parolo, a finalist in the Department’s...
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Rob Riley Memorial Prize awarded to WA’s top Aboriginal students

13 February

Sienna McLaren and Callum Hudman graduated secondary school last year with an additional honour to display as...
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Students score big with footy favourites

13 February

With all eyes on Perth this weekend for the blockbuster AFL Origin match, young rising stars had the chance to...
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Award finalist driven to make a difference

12 February

An education assistant’s dedication to supporting students, families and staff has been recognised in the Depa...
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State-of-the-art upgrade for Duncraig Senior High School

11 February

Students at Duncraig Senior High School are now enjoying their new science and English blocks.
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2026 Women of Achievement Award finalists announced

10 February

Five outstanding women have today been announced as finalists for the 2026 Women of Achievement Award.
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Epic albatross helps Kortni claim un-fore-gettable win

09 February

Imagine making an albatross, golf’s rarest of birds, on the final hole to win a tournament by one shot. 
Sunrise over two new schools

06 February

Two new public schools opened their doors to students for the first time on day one of this term.
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Supporting community access to school sporting facilities

05 February

Public schools and local sporting organisations across Western Australia will share in more than $1.4 million...
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Kindy milestone

04 February

A special cohort of students at five public schools has marked a double milestone this week, starting school f...
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Term 1 important dates

03 February

With a range of important dates, cultural observances and awareness days scheduled across Term 1, schools have...
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My first day

02 February

The start of a new school year brings many firsts. For many, it’s their first day of Kindergarten. For many mo...
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From the east coast to the Pilbara

30 January

Eight eager teachers have made the exciting cross-country journey from the eastern states of Australia to the...
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PALS welcomed at Fairview Primary

28 January

Fairview Primary School in Collie is one of 16 WA schools to benefit from a grant program aimed at promoting A...
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Back-to-back acknowledgements

27 January

Department of Education stalwart John Marrapodi PSM OAM was recognised on the Australia Day 2026 Honours List,...
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Grants reducing waste in schools

27 January

More than $150,000 has been awarded to WA schools to help reduce waste, with more money still up for grabs.
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Strong culture, global connections

22 January

“Empowering, affirming and transformative”. This is how Lieshia Green described her experience as a delegate...
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Sharing Aboriginal culture through VR

21 January

Students and staff at Halls Creek District High School are connecting people to Aboriginal culture and preserv...
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50yo rust-bucket no match for country kid with YouTube

19 January

An 11-year-old watching YouTube might not be uncommon, but one using the platform to learn the mechanical skil...
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Upgrades boost learning spaces

15 January

Significant upgrades at three WA public schools are finished providing modern, purpose-built learning spaces.
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Remote school’s remarkable talent for art

12 January

Fitzroy Valley District High School left its mark on the national arts stage in 2025, with students earning to...
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Singing superstars

08 January

Perth primary school students are taking part in a program with West Australian Opera to develop their confide...
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Creating calm at Harrisdale Primary School

06 January

When Deputy Principal Paula Boyd noticed an increasing number of students with higher sensory needs and anxiet...
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Diving into a swim teacher career

02 January

Students at Coodanup College have participated in a unique Training to Employment Pathway Pilot.
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Innovative educator bridging culture and technology

30 December

Mt Lockyer Primary School teacher, Carly Mayfield was named outstanding regional role model at the 2025 Women...
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Student Olympic change makers

29 December

Two Western Australian students have let their voices shine at the Olympic Change-Maker National Summit in Can...
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Cheer squad goals

23 December

Greenwood College’s cheer team claimed first place in their division at the Australian All Star Cheerleading F...
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Public school students win top education award

22 December

An aspiring engineer and a future electrotechnology electrician, both public school graduates, have been award...
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Shenton shines

22 December

The first cohort of Shenton College students to participate in a life-changing program for their entire second...
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Student voice powers award win for Broome Residential College

19 December

Broome Residential College’s ‘My place, my future’ campaign won the Commissioner for Children and Young People...
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Gifted and Talented alumni are making their mark

17 December

From ballet studios to engineering labs and even the glamorous Academy Awards stage, Western Australia’s Gifte...
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Kimberley Round-Up caps off a memorable year

15 December

Almost 200 Year 6 students from across the Kimberley marked the end of primary school by attending the remarka...
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Joondalup Education Support Centre recognised for sustainability leadership

12 December

Joondalup Education Support Centre has claimed the schools category in the 2025 WasteSorted Awards, which reco...
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Student council welcomes new leaders

11 December

A new cohort of 16 exceptional students has been chosen to join the Western Australia Student Council.
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Innovation wins praise and prizes

10 December

From hot dog warnings to migrating crab sweepers, these are some of the creative solutions to real world probl...
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Picton’s look back in time

09 December

Picton Primary School staff and students were transported to the past when they opened a time capsule that was...
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Talented artist recognised in the 2025 Shaun Tan Award

08 December

Western Australia’s next generation of artists have been celebrated at the 2025 Shaun Tan Award for Young Arti...
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Grace rises with the tide

05 December

Grace Sharma, a Year 10 student at Perth Modern School shone at the recent National History Challenge, picking...
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South West students shine at Scitech Challenge Days

04 December

Students from South West Regional PEAC edged out teams from 44 primary schools across Western Australia at Sci...
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Cooper’s continental shift

28 November

Coastal Lakes College student, Cooper Dunlop, has signed with Dutch cycling development team Gepla Watersley R...
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Harrisdale Handlebars get moving for Movember

24 November

Midnight cheese toasties and country music singalongs in the early morning hours will spur on a team of Harris...
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Lights, camera, learning!

19 November

The way that Floreat Park Primary School is building a professional learning culture has gained international...
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Science superstar

18 November

Willetton Senior High School science teacher Nathan Curnow has been named STEM Educator of the Year (Schools)...
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Minister’s Teacher of the Year 2025

17 November

A Perth primary school teacher who blends expert classroom practice with visionary leadership and a strong com...
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WA Education Awards 2025 winners announced

17 November

Seven amazing school communities and one outstanding teacher are celebrating today after being named winners i...
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Keeping schools beautiful

13 November

A beautiful mural painted by Williams Primary School students has been selected as a state finalist for the Pa...
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2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour ambassadors announced

11 November

The ten ambassadors who will represent Western Australian schools for the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour ha...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in disability and inclusion

10 November

Four schools have been recognised for their outstanding work in supporting the diverse needs of students and c...
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Serving up success

10 November

The School Breakfast Program has been expanded to meet the nutritional needs of more students, more often.
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in school leadership

06 November

Four public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their outstanding approach and re...
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Kalgoorlie-Boulder STEM team up for the challenge in national final

05 November

A crew of creative problem solvers from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School will be hoping to strike gold...
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Help crown top science gong’s People’s Choice Award winner

03 November

Four public school staff have been acknowledged at this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.
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Taking a victory lap

03 November

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge has wrapped up its third year, with a presentation event taking pla...
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Hats off to teachers

31 October

World Teachers’ Day celebrates teachers across Australia to thank them for supporting, inspiring, educating an...
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Teaching runs in the family

31 October

Today is World Teachers’ Day today and we’re shining a light on a father-daughter duo who are teaching togethe...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in early childhood education

30 October

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their excellence in early childhood...
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Ramped up for boccia

29 October

A Year 8 student at Applecross Senior High School can now fully participate in a sport he loves thanks to two...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Minister’s Teacher of the Year

28 October

Four exceptional public school teachers have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their dedication t...
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Making their own way

27 October

Newton Moore Education Support Centre students have been developing essential life skills to better prepare th...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in cultural responsiveness

23 October

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their approach to cultural resp...
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All you need to know about Leavers WA 2025

22 October

information for Year 12 students, parents and caregivers ahead of Leavers WA 2025
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Pemberton students to shine on state stage at YOH Fest

22 October

Pemberton District High School is punching above its weight, with its Year 8 drama students earning a coveted...
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Robots at the ready

21 October

Students from two public high schools have excelled when they put their robotic skills to the test in the annu...
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Bike rides benefit Butler students

16 October

Friday bike rides are the highlight of the week at Butler College as education support students and staff embr...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in teaching and learning – secondary

15 October

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their excellence in tea...
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Term 4 important dates

13 October

Term 4 promises a meaningful and celebratory end to the school year for Western Australian schools.
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A celebration of kids helping kids

10 October

More than $100,000 was raised by Western Australian kids, for West Australian kids during the 2025 Premier’s T...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in wellbeing and learning

09 October

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their approach to wellbeing and lear...
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Induction program welcomes cohort of 40 new principals

07 October

Forty newly-appointed principals from across Western Australia recently completed the Department’s two-day res...
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2025 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in teaching and learning – primary

02 October

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for enhancing student achievement...
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Puppeteers at work

01 October

Doubleview Primary School students let their imaginations run wild when making their very own no-sew puppets u...
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New primary school in Alkimos to open in 2027

30 September

A new $45.5 million primary school in the fast-growing northern suburb of Alkimos is another step closer, with...
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Hedland student named 2025 WA apprentice of the year

26 September

Hedland Senior High School student Cadie Doyle was named the WA School-based Apprentice of the Year at the 202...
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Schools stand out at Mental Health Awards

26 September

Three WA public schools have been recognised for their innovation and commitment at this year’s WA Mental Heal...
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Young voices to hit the right note

24 September

The combined voices of almost 4,500 students from 96 public primary schools will fill the Perth High Performan...
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WA Education Awards 2025 finalists announced

23 September

There were cheers heard among classrooms and school grounds this morning as the finalists for the WA Education...
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Accredited Aboriginal Languages Teacher Training launched in WA

22 September

A new certificate in teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, recently celebrated its first i...
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Southern River students steal the show

19 September

Even the most seasoned entertainers might feel slightly out of their depth performing for an audience of 150 m...
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Digging in to bush food learning

18 September

Kambalda West District High School’s Year 3 students rolled up their sleeves and got their hands dirty during...
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Regional stars shine to earn scholarship

17 September

Two prospective secondary teachers from regional WA are this year’s recipients of the Bob Hawke Aboriginal Tea...
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A peek at peak performance training

16 September

Specialist sport program students from Butler College and Belridge Secondary College were recently treated to...
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Double honour for Gosnells Primary School’s education assistants

15 September

Gosnells Primary School’s education assistants have been recognised on the national stage in the 2025 Australi...
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Library officer checks out an award

12 September

Booragoon Primary School library officer Brooke Donabie has been acknowledged at this year’s Library Board Awa...
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A world of knowledge

11 September

Nikitha Balram, from Perth Modern School, has shown off her outstanding geographical knowledge, ranking first...
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Public schools shine at Australian Education Awards

10 September

Joseph Banks Secondary College and Chrissy Marcelli from West Leeming Primary School have claimed their respec...
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Belridge racers cooking with gas

08 September

A team of students from Belridge Secondary College did Western Australia proud on the global stage, placing fo...
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A trial of schools as community hubs

05 September

Four Western Australian public schools have been selected for a transformative 4-year trial that will connect...
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Primary school named finalist in reconciliation in education awards

04 September

Bannister Creek Primary School is one of six national finalists in the prestigious 2025 Narragunnawali Reconci...
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Sharing stories of culture and language

03 September

A Goldfields teacher, who has been sharing First Nations language and stories with students on Country, has no...
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The young heroes lighting up Telethon 2025

03 September

Jordan, Xavier, Paige and Izzy couldn’t hide their smiles when they were named this year’s Little Telethon Stars.
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Talented Young Originals

02 September

Six students from Fitzroy Valley District High School were among the finalists in this year’s Young Originals...
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Halls of Fame for sibling readers

29 August

Mia and Harley Grey have entered the Premier’s Reading Challenge Hall of Fame after placing as the top readers...
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AFL whistleblower inspires students

28 August

For footy-mad students at North Harrisdale Primary School, best-on-ground at the West Coast-Adelaide clash ear...
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Full-time Kindergarten pilot to start 2026

28 August

The free full-time Kindergarten pilot has been brought forward to start in 2026, a year earlier than planned,...
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Principal speaks the language of inclusion

25 August

Collier Primary School principal Emma Bancroft has been nominated for a national humanitarian award for her wo...
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Sparking curiosity and creativity

14 August

Davallia Primary School students used a recent STEAM Week to focus on how they could create a more sustainable...
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From coop to catwalk

12 August

Vasse Primary School staff and students clucked with excitement as one of their own got to strut her stuff in...
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Navigating teens and tech: lessons for parents from Netflix’s Adolescence

11 August

If you've recently watched the Netflix series Adolescence, you might have found yourself deep in conversation...
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Inspiring the next generation of space explorers

05 August

Students across Australia are invited to be inspired by space industry professionals during free online excurs...
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Re-opened for learning

01 August

Comet Bay College officially reopened its newly rebuilt Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) and English bloc...
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Nominations open for WA Education Awards 2025

25 July

Nominations are now open for the WA Education Awards 2025, with two new categories set to bring excitement amo...
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Lights, camera, action!

24 July

Dardanup Primary School students donned their filmmaker hats and learnt how to produce, film and edit a short...
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Term 3 important dates

23 July

Term 3 is shaping up to be one filled with fun, recognition and meaningful moments across Western Australian s...
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Bunbury students safeguarding future of crabs

22 July

The future now looks bright for Bunbury’s blue swimmer crabs thanks to the diligent work of local science stud...
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Hit the ground running

21 July

Students can win some of the thousands of dollars in prizes that are up for grabs each week of Term 3, just by...
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Year 12 talents on display at the Art Gallery

18 July

An exhibition featuring 61 works from 2024 visual arts graduates is currently on display at the Art Gallery of...
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Students become rescue ready

17 July

Year 8 students from the South West teamed up with emergency service crews last month to take part in realisti...
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Turning vision loss into strength

15 July

Albany-based Education Assistant, Mikayla Camp, has been recognised at the 2025 VisAbility Awards for her outs...
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Students unite for NAIDOC Week

11 July

Students at Kent Street Senior High School celebrated NAIDOC Week 2025 with engaging activities.
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Growing beyond Earth

10 July

Students from Albany Senior High School visited the Western Australian Space Science Education Centre (WASSEC)...
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Students take audience on a journey through time and space at Opus 2025

09 July

A celebration of musical talent and creativity filled the Cyril Tyler Auditorium at Perth Modern School as stu...
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Tech heroes recognised

09 July

A Workplace Learning Logbook mobile application, developed by staff at Mindarie Secondary College, was just on...
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A Thai-riffic journey ahead

08 July

A Perth Modern School student has been selected to assess his geographical knowledge and skills at an internat...
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Music, magic and courage

04 July

A Year 6 student has transformed a year of joy, challenge and adventure into a published book that celebrates...
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Student researchers in the field

01 July

Albany Senior High School students have taken to the field, researching the impact of heat on local seagrass.
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Traditional ceremony marks opening of new bush garden

27 June

The first stage of a new bush garden recently was unveiled at Baldivis Secondary College, the occasion kicked...
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Heathridge Garden Gurus making sustainable attainable

26 June

It was all hands-on deck recently when students at Heathridge Primary School begun planting their new Miyawaki...
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Big win for WorldSkills students

25 June

TeamWA claimed 23 medals at the national 2025 WorldSkills National Championships, including seven from public...
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WA educators recognised on national stage

24 June

Ashdale Secondary College and West Leeming Primary School science specialist, Chrissy Marcelli, have been reco...
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Students kick major goals

19 June

Four students from Como Secondary College have been selected for the prestigious AFL Next Generation Academy –...
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Truckloads of fun

18 June

A new outdoor play space has been unveiled at Beenyup Primary School, targeting students in early childhood ye...
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Hockey students test their skills

17 June

Thirty specialist hockey students from Como Secondary College had an incredible chance to show off their talen...
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Football rising star makes her mark

16 June

Comet Bay College Year 11 student, Charlie Fletcher, was named in the All-Australian team following a sensatio...
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Out of this world patch work on display

10 June

A Year 12 student from Kalamunda Senior High School won the Out of This World Talent: Mission Patch Design Com...
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Book-loving alien lands in the Midwest

09 June

Book-loving alien, Dewey Dex, has returned for this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge.
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Woodbridge waste warriors

05 June

This World Environment Day, 5 June 2025, students from Woodbridge Primary School are stepping up to raise awar...
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Students farewell a Lawley legend

04 June

Students and staff from Mount Lawley Senior High School have honoured the memory of ‘Lawley legend’, Arthur Le...
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A ceremony of remembrance for Aboriginal Anzacs

03 June

Hundreds of students from the Follow the Dream program converged on Kings Park during Reconciliation Week to h...
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Equestrian excellence

30 May

Three students from Western Australian College of Agriculture in Morawa were among the few WA public schools t...
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Yoga for young lungs

28 May

The student community at Harmony Primary School have united to support a classmate battling chronic lung disea...
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Pitch perfect

26 May

A South West school band has achieved success on the national stage, becoming the first WA band to win both a...
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Celebrating the heart of our schools

23 May

This week, we celebrate both National Volunteer Week and P&C WA Day.
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School community supporting mindfulness

21 May

A passionate educator, and mother of three, who has embraced the power of yoga, is encouraging students and pa...
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WA student tackles success

19 May

A John Curtin College of the Arts student has signed with a top talent agency from the USA to turn his passion...
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A powerful role model

16 May

Leeming Senior High School science teacher Jackson Stubberfield is preparing to represent Australia at the Wor...
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Kids helping kids make a difference

15 May

Poynter Primary School in Duncraig became a vibrant sea of capes and masks recently when around 500 students a...
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Young WA student sprints to victory

13 May

A West Australian schoolgirl is the fastest female in Australia in her age group.
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Cycle of success

09 May

Two Coastal Lakes College students are celebrating strong performances at the Australian Junior Track National...
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From Manjimup to the Moon

30 April

Jaxon Liebeck, a 2016 graduate from Manjimup Senior High School, returned to the classroom where it all began,...
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Exploring a future in STEM

28 April

More than 150 students from 10 different schools attended an event at Southern River College last term to expl...
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Turning refuse into produce

24 April

Students at Dalwallinu District High School have stepped up their successful sustainability efforts from 2024.
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Pedal to the metal for youth mental health

17 April

A cycling enthusiast from the Department of Education, who has been a driving force in helping to raise funds...
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AFL icon encourages students to be resilient

14 April

Courageous AFL icon and the 2025 Australian of the Year, Neale Daniher, this week inspired more than 200 WA st...
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Marmion students design a sustainable future

11 April

Two teams of Marmion Primary School students claimed placings in a recent competition to design a sustainable...
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Learning from the pros

10 April

Drama students at John Curtin College of Arts have been learning from the best through a special workshop with...
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Squats that make a difference

08 April

A group of passionate teachers and community members have raised thousands of dollars to support the National...
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Paging all readers: it’s time for the next challenge

07 April

The 2025 Premier’s Reading Challenge kicks off today, a greater prize bucket up for grabs for eager book worms.
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Running for wildlife protection

04 April

Six Gilmore College staff’s daily exercising among nature has helped to raise money for wildlife protection an...
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Jolimont recycling effort a peg above

02 April

This year, Jolimont Primary School students are leading an inspiring sustainability initiative Plastic to Pegs...
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Shenton College students provide helping hands

31 March

For the past decade, students from Shenton College have been a driving force in helping to improve the lives o...
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Riding for an important cause

28 March

A dedicated Perth school deputy principal has been raising money for cancer research and prevention through cy...
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Students return to the surf

26 March

After almost three decades away, Cowaramup Primary School Year 5 and 6 students have donned their wet suits an...
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Shooting star sets her sights on success

24 March

Pinjarra Senior High School’s Harper Floyd has been selected to join Shooting Australia’s prestigious Junior P...
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New beginnings: Overseas educators settle into WA schools

20 March

Sixty teachers from overseas are now calling Western Australia home, bringing their expertise, passion and fre...
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Connection to Japanese culture leads student on tour

19 March

India Baker, from Woodvale Secondary College, is excited to embark on a journey that will deepen her growing k...
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Rallying behind our young athletes

18 March

Perth Modern School student, Chelsea Wu created history recently when she competed at the 2025 World Table Ten...
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Cutting edge technology for Broome students

17 March

A new STEM room equipped with advanced technology is benefitting students at Broome Senior High School
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New life skills on aisle one

13 March

Students at Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre are getting a hands-on learning experience at...
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Cutting-edge facilities open at Eaton Community College

12 March

Eaton Community College students started Term 1 with a brand-new $8.2 million design and technology block, del...
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Prescription for success: Students excel in Young Doctor Essay Competition

11 March

Perth Modern School students, Samantha See and Porshia Fernando, have claimed the first two places in the 2025...
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Passionate storyteller honoured in WA Women’s Hall of Fame

10 March

A passionate storyteller and extraordinary leader who is the driving force behind communications initiatives i...
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Winner driving force behind cultural inclusion in education

06 March

An empowering educator, who has dedicated decades to advocacy and equity in education, has taken out the 2025...
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Breaking down language barriers early

05 March

A special multicultural pre-school program in Balga is proving that language doesn’t have to be a barrier to a...
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Teacher librarian building a legacy of literacy

04 March

A passionate educator dedicated to fostering literacy education and inclusion has been named a finalist for th...
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Match point win in Minecraft competition

03 March

Denmark Senior High School student wins national Esports award for their creativity and innovation.
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Award finalist celebrated for improving resilience and confidence

28 February

A student support officer at Margaret River Senior High School has been recognised for her outstanding contrib...
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Swimming for a cause

27 February

A determined Perth swimmer is taking on an epic challenge to raise money for sick kids while inspiring her sch...
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Educator empowers students to dream big

26 February

A passionate educator and advocate for equity in education, Dr Jennet Hansen has been named a finalist for the...
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Graduates gift a love of reading

25 February

The 2024 graduates from Bicton Primary School left their peers with a parting gift that’s a bit different, a n...
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Dedicated and caring foundation principal recognised

24 February

An inspiring principal who is deeply respected for her compassion and innovative approaches has been named a f...
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Student's learnings had lasting impact on award finalist

21 February

A principal education officer committed to driving change in the public education system has been recognised i...
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Lesmurdie maths teacher heads to the AFL

19 February

Lesmurdie Senior High School principal Donna Gardiner is looking for a new maths and PE teacher after hers was...
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Students chance to design space suit patch

18 February

WA students are invited to design mission patches that will feature on astronaut suits.
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Decades of dedication recognised

17 February

Vicki Delves has been a driving force in WA sport for more than 30 years.
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2024 Rob Riley Memorial Prize winners announced

14 February

Two aspiring health professionals have been named the highest-achieving Aboriginal graduates of 2024, taking o...
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Test debut for former cricket program graduate

13 February

Belridge Secondary College is leading the way in inspiring young students to pursue their sporting careers thr...
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2025 Women of Achievement Award finalists announced

11 February

Five outstanding female employees have been recognised for their significant contribution to public education...
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Help needed to get kids to school safely

11 February

As the school year begins, it’s not just students who are preparing to head back, but traffic wardens across W...
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Roebuck Primary School leads sustainability with award-winning project

10 February

Roebuck Primary School’s Environment Student Action Team will lead an inspiring school and community sustainab...
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Students learn big at arts festival

06 February

Mount Lawley Senior High school students are thrilled to head back to school for 2025 as they partner with Aus...
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Beat the heat from day one

04 February

There are some extremely high temperatures forecast in parts of WA for the first week of school.
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Easing first-day nerves

03 February

For some students heading into the 2025 school year, it will be the first time they’ve stepped onto a primary...
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Honours for excellent educators and legendary leaders

29 January

Three notable contributors to public education in WA were recognised on Australia Day, with prestigious nation...
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Student podcast encourages peers to Step Up and Shine

08 January

Three Year 6 students from Harrisdale Primary School are making waves with an innovative podcast.
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Ellenbrook hoists shield again

06 January

Ellenbrook Secondary College’s exceptional vocational education and training (VET) program has again been reco...
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Riding a wave of success

30 December

Margaret River Senior High School students dominated the Mark Richards Shield school surfing divisions of the...
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Plastic fantastic

27 December

Two of our regional schools have taken our honours in respective categories of the rECOnstructed Art Competiti...
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Students launch off to destination Mars

24 December

As the school year came to an end, WA’s schools were rushing to leave Earth behind to travel into space by exp...
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A winning passion for outdoor ed

23 December

A passion for outdoor education has earned Mindarie Senior College teacher Ashleigh Weyer the 2024 Outdoors WA...
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Ready, VET, gold!

19 December

John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA) has claimed gold in the School Pathways to VET Award at the 2024 Austra...
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Public school students win top education honour

18 December

Two outstanding public school graduates — one set on joining the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the other who ho...
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Calista on another level

17 December

Calista Primary School won this year’s FUSE Cup, claiming winning back-to-back titles.
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Making a splash in STEM

16 December

Students from Cloverdale Education Support Centre have found a creative way to tackle a common rainy-day troub...
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Bagus language teacher wins national award

13 December

An Indonesian language teacher who educates isolated students across the state has taken out a top award.
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Leaders recognised for public sector excellence

13 December

Former Director General, Lisa Rodgers PSM, has been awarded a prestigious public sector award for being a resp...
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New group of student leaders announced for WA Student Council

12 December

The latest cohort of exceptional students have been selected to join the Western Australia Student Council.
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WA students shine on Yale stage

11 December

Three West Australian students excelled at the World Scholars Cup at Yale University last month, picking up a...
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Bluey creator lets knowledge off the leash at WA Education Awards

10 December

From the mind of an outback Queensland dad, Bluey is Joe Brumm’s third child depicting modern Australian paren...
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Melville’s new facilities ready for ‘25

05 December

Melville Senior High School has unveiled its new $9.8 million state-of-the-art sports hall and STEM classrooms.
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Schools on the move

04 December

Three Western Australian schools held their inaugural School Open Streets events, closing off local streets to...
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It’s cool to be kind

02 December

Small acts of kindness have taken Goomalling Primary School student Tyrel Glatz all the way to Sydney, where h...
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Roleystone redevelopment begins

29 November

Construction has begun on a significant redevelopment at Roleystone Community College.
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Prizes for innovative young minds

27 November

Halls Head students who designed a purpose-built “house on wheels” have taken out the Minister’s Innovation Ch...
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Students on song

26 November

Students at an Armadale primary school have taken out a national songwriting prize for their musical piece abo...
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Championing food security

19 November

Year 9 Geography students at John Forrest Secondary College have again championed the CARAD (Centre for Asylum...
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Marathon relay efforts changing lives

18 November

Students and staff from Warwick Senior High School certainly put their best feet forward at this year’s Cancer...
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Prize for pelican piece

13 November

Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre students have been awarded the Alcoa Primary School Award at the Cas...
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Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour

11 November

Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.
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WA Education Awards 2024 winners announced

11 November

Six outstanding schools from across the state are celebrating today after being named winners in the WA Educat...
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Active superstars run to success

06 November

Another successful Education Minister’s Running Challenge has reached the finish line, with more participation...
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2024 WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in teaching and learning (secondary)

05 November

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for the way they prepare student...
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WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in teaching and learning (primary)

03 November

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their commitment to providing...
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WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in school leadership

01 November

Four West Australian public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2024 for taking an inclusi...
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Inaugural scholarship awarded to Perth educator

31 October

A Perth educator has been awarded an inaugural scholarship to study a Master of Education Leadership overseas.
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Generations connect through milestone birthday

30 October

Students past and present from one of Perth’s oldest primary schools have come together to celebrate a milesto...
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WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in cultural responsiveness

28 October

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their approach to cultural responsiv...
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Celebrating World Teachers’ Day

25 October

World Teachers’ Day is celebrated across Australia today to thank educators for their unwavering passion and d...
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Young readers bound for success

24 October

The chapter has closed on another record-breaking Premier’s Reading Challenge.
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WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in wellbeing and learning

23 October

Four schools have been recognised for their incredible work and achievements in supporting the wellbeing of st...
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Making history one step at a time

21 October

Rockingham Senior High School sets the standard for community engagement with its Try-A-Thon named the most su...
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Singing in Quay

18 October

Elizabeth Quay was a sight to behold when more than 1,300 West Australian students came together to sing and d...
New Director General appointed

17 October

Jay Peckitt has been announced as the new Director General for the Department of Education.
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Age is just a number

14 October

An early childhood teacher has brought aged-care residents into her kindergarten class to encourage mutual enr...
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WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in disability and inclusion

11 October

Four schools have been recognised for creating an inclusive school environment.
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Margaret River Senior High School rides the wave to victory

09 October

Margaret River Senior High School has once again dominated the competition, claiming the Champion School Title...
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From space to sea

08 October

Students from a Waikiki school have taken out a prize for their research project designed to boost the local p...
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Perth school graduate lands Hollywood gig

04 October

A former Mount Lawley Senior High School performing arts student has landed a role in a major Hollywood movie...
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Singing sensations

02 October

Hilton Primary School students have sung loud and proud for the world premiere of a new children’s stage show...
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Waste winners

01 October

West Australian public schools have been recognised for creating innovative waste practices and solutions.
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Awesome foursome named 2024 Little Telethon Stars

30 September

When Nate, Nazeem, Florence, and Charlee were announced as this year’s Little Telethon Stars, they couldn’t co...
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WA education assistance team earns prestigious award for outstanding work

27 September

The Ocean Reef Senior High School Education Assistant team has received top honours as the 2024 Australian Tea...
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Canning Vale's heart of gold

25 September

If acts of kindness were an Olympic sport, Canning Vale Primary School teacher Belinda Johnston would take hom...
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Praise for Paralympians

18 September

The buzz has settled from Paris 2024, but the mark our former public school students left on their sports will...
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Geography students on top of the world

17 September

Seven public school students have solidified themselves as the best in the state for their respective year gro...
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Two WA educators among national teaching award winners

16 September

Two WA public school teachers have been recognised as being among the most inspiring in the country.
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Mid West music students shine in Sydney

12 September

Geraldton Schools Combined Band can put Sydney Opera House on their performance resume after showcasing their...
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Tagging along with emergency services

11 September

It’s usually a cause of concern when any emergency services show up to a school. But that was certainly not th...
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WA Education Awards finalists announced

10 September

From schools in the golden fields of the Wheatbelt and red earth of the Pilbara, to bustling metro schools, th...
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Pedalling to success

09 September

Students from a remote community school have undertaken a spectacular bike journey to one of the Kimberley’s m...
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Educators shine at school network awards

06 September

A network of schools located in the Pilbara celebrated its dedicated educators and staff at the annual Karrath...
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Rising music talent unearthed

06 September

Former Ellenbrook Secondary College student, Mariae Cassandra, has catapulted onto the national stage after wi...
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Paw-some authors share language and culture

05 September

Students living in one of Australia’s most remote communities have written and illustrated a bilingual picture...
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AFL crowns Pinjarra teacher king of the pack

04 September

The AFL footy finals start this Thursday night, but a Pinjarra high school teacher is already celebrating vict...
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From beakers to books

29 August

A school lab tech has swapped her safety goggles for reading glasses as she enters the world of book publishing.
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Professors in the making

29 August

West Australian school students with aspirations to become the next generation of medical professionals had th...
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Reaching new heights

26 August

Students from Melville Senior High School now have a clearer flight path into a career in aviation thanks to a...
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Framing the future

21 August

Time is running out to view the 2024 Young Originals exhibition, which showcases the incredible talent of emer...
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Warwick engineers a Premier Science Award win

20 August

Ashdale Secondary College already offers a terrific science-based specialist program through its STEM Institute.
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Students race for Grand Prix success

15 August

Belridge Secondary College Year 9 and 10 students put their minds and engineering skills to the test in the in...
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Schooling the Paris 2024 Olympics

14 August

The Paris Olympic Games have come and gone, but the performances of former public school students are still be...
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Students celebrating science

14 August

Rostrata Primary School students have donned their lab coats for their annual two-week science festival.
Public school life
Bringing the world into classrooms

13 August

More than 130 schools will participate in Scitech’s first virtual excursions during this year’s National Scien...
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Grant boosts Condingup Primary School’s sustainability efforts

12 August

Condingup Primary School is one of dozens of schools across Western Australia that are benefiting from a gener...
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Looking back to winning big

07 August

In 2023, five schools were named winners at the Western Australian Education Awards for their dedication and c...
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Vocational victories

06 August

Three vocational students have been named finalists in this year’s WA Training Awards.
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Tree-mendous outdoor classroom

05 August

Ashdale Primary School students and staff are now seeing the forest for the trees as they unveil an innovative...
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From Kelmscott to Canberra

01 August

Six Kelmscott Senior High School students are taking part in a summit to strengthen collaboration between youn...
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Acting up in East Kalgoorlie

31 July

Students from East Kalgoorlie Primary School have showcased their filmmaking talents in a unique project set i...
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On course for a green life

30 July

As West Aussie Hannah Green prepares to tee off for Australia at the Olympic Games, the next star from Como Se...
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Inspiring young scientists

25 July

West Australian schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to teaching Albert Einstein’s fam...
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Students inspired by ballet workshop

24 July

Girrawheen Senior High School students recently swapped pens and pencils for pirouettes and sautés.
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A look back at the first WA Education Awards

23 July

Since 2008, the WA Education Awards has been a highlight of the education calendar.
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Lessons in literacy, art, and culture

22 July

North Cottesloe Primary School students have illustrated a book to learn about local Indigenous culture.
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Aspiring Aboriginal teachers win scholarship

19 July

Two Aboriginal educators passionate about making a difference at regional public schools have been awarded a l...
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Hollywood on the horizon

18 July

One Applecross Senior High School student leaps from the school stage to the silver screen as she makes her ac...
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Native trees teach traditions

17 July

A new nature walk at Broome Senior High School enables students to learn about the rich botanical diversity of...
Events and initiatives
Challenge off and running

16 July

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge started this week and Simon Reid, Principal of Coolbinia Primary Sc...
Public school life
Turtle-y awesome rescue by students

15 July

A recent school trip to clean up Binningup Beach took an unexpected turn for three students from Parkfield Pri...
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Art teacher is Archibald finalist again

10 July

Award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher, Jill Ansell, has been named a finalist for the Archibald Pr...
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Stepping into NAIDOC celebrations

09 July

River Valley Primary School students have put their art and paving skills to the test for their NAIDOC Week, h...
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Inspiring sportswoman and educator finalist in NAIDOC award

08 July

An Aboriginal educator in the Pilbara who inspires young Indigenous students through health and fitness was na...
Public school life
Students lead wetland rehabilitation

05 July

Ashburton Drive Primary School staff are fostering an appreciation in its students for the local wetlands.
In the news
Student-made lamps shine bright

04 July

A class of innovative Year 12 students have showcased their creativity and craftsmanship by building desk lamp...
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Clean up on aisle nature

02 July

A student Environment Action Team has taken to the beach in Broome to clean up marine litter with the aim of p...
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Student band wins at WAM awards

01 July

A song written by a local band comprising of four secondary students has received a gong at the recent Western...
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Musical magic

28 June

The extraordinary talent of young musicians was on display at the annual Opus concert where audience members w...
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New category for 2024 WA Education Awards

28 June

A new category has been added to the Education Awards for 2024 that will allow incredible work and achievement...
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EduKids Grants program recognised

27 June

A generous program that provides essential school supplies to students in need has been recognised by a global...
Public school life
Sharing the warmth this winter

27 June

Rostrata Primary School students and families have dug deep into their wallets and donated winter items to peo...
Public school life
Footy and fellowship

26 June

A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.
Events and initiatives
Moo-ving into dairy careers

25 June

Students at Coodanup College had a hands-on experience taking care of two calves to learn more about careers i...
Public school life
Helping dogs in a ruff spot

24 June

Jason Buchanan, his wife Ainslie, daughter Lyla, and her best friend Nancy, are spearheading a winter collecti...
Public school life
Cooking up job ready skills

14 June

Students at a remote school in the far northern Kimberley are perfecting their hospitality skills as part of a...
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Young artist wins Lester Youth Prize Award

13 June

A young and talented Visual Arts student has been recognised on a national level, winning the prestigious Lest...
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Sustainable champions

12 June

South Coogee Primary School has been rewarded for its commitment to land care and dedication to ensuring a who...
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Public Service Medal for Education Director General

10 June

Director General Lisa Rodgers has been awarded a prestigious Public Service Medal for her extraordinary work u...
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Remote Kimberley educator awarded Public Service Medal

10 June

An Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) from a remote Kimberley school has received a Public Servi...
Events and initiatives
Classroom to creek

07 June

Students at a Great Southern primary school are taking a hands-on approach to learning more about the local en...
Events and initiatives
Harvey River fish get a suite deal

05 June

Fish living in the Harvey River recently received an accommodation upgrade.
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Play to win

04 June

A regional WA school has taken out a national award for the way it engages students in play-based learning.
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WA schools up for national award

31 May

Two West Australian schools have been acclaimed nationally among top-performing schools across Australia.
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Dam good career opportunities

30 May

39 Clontarf students have joined the Water Corporation, through apprenticeship, traineeship, and graduate oppo...
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School unveils vibrant yarning circle

28 May

A new yarning circle was recently unveiled at South Hedland Primary School, in respect for local Indigenous cu...
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EdConnect recognises volunteers across the state

24 May

Twelve volunteers, located across the state, have been recognised in the 2023 annual EdConnect Australia WA Vo...
Public school life
New life for old photos

22 May

Students at Comet Bay have been bringing the past back to life, demonstrating their art and technology skills...
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Two-way Science reaching students across WA

21 May

An interactive mobile application designed to help with the sharing of Two-way Science initiatives in the clas...
Public school life
Feast of knowledge at Dianella Secondary College

16 May

Culinary creativity served up at Dianella Secondary College's Principals' Briefing.
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Students shine in Solar Car Challenge

15 May

Students across Western Australia recently showcased their STEM prowess in the exciting Synergy Solar Car Chal...
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Art project encourages cockatoo conservation

14 May

A creative arts initiative is helping teach students about a vulnerable cockatoo.
Public school life
Digital directory part of Chas’ trajectory

10 May

Carnarvon now has a new digital directory, and it’s thanks to 16 year-old Chas Law-Davis. 
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Subs in Schools success

09 May

Students from a Fremantle school have taken out a national prize for their submarine design.
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Shredding with the pros

08 May

Half-mindfulness and half-pipe; students from Tom Price Senior High School recently participated in a skateboa...
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Dewey sets big goals for reading challenge

06 May

Dewey Dex, the lovable mascot for the Premier’s Reading Challenge, has re-entered Earth’s atmosphere determine...
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Diving into water safety

03 May

A new School of Swimming and Water Safety will help ensure more young people have the opportunity to learn ess...
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Max’s roaring speech for idol Dusty

02 May

An expressive and passionate classroom speech has sparked an unforgettable experience for Perth boy and die-ha...
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$1.6 billion boost for schools

01 May

A total of $1.6 billion will be invested towards both new and improved infrastructure for public schools over...
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On the Wright track

29 April

Connor Wright, a Year 11 student from Bunbury High School, has already established himself as a biking champio...
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Winning Wheatbelt writers

26 April

Two Wheatbelt students have achieved a top prize for their science fiction short stories.
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Great minds triumph in the Da Vinci Decathlon

24 April

Students from several public schools have excelled in the extraordinary difficult Da Vinci Decathlon competition.
Public school life
From classroom to crescendo

18 April

Otto Gibbs, a talented composer and graduate from John Curtin College of the Arts, has been selected for the p...
Public school life
Making a splash in ocean conservation

17 April

An Australia-first marine program is turning students in the South-West into citizen scientists, empowering th...
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Young WA animator dazzles at SIGGRAPH

16 April

Harrisdale Senior High School student Keina Sugiyama’s short ‘The Star Keeper’ shone at SIGGRAPH Asia in Sydne...
Public school life
Healthcare heroes of tomorrow

15 April

A Perth secondary school is training the next generation of vital healthcare workers.
Public school life
Aussie school recognises its heroes

11 April

One school has enlisted the help of a ‘local hero’ to recognise the achievements of students and their contrib...
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Artistic fingers on the pulse

10 April

Creative, thought provoking, and expressive pieces by young WA artists are on display at the State’s most reco...
Public school life
Throwing shade on the playground

08 April

Ranford Primary School recently unveiled its latest playground addition – a new shade structure.  
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Wired together, students unite in robotic adventures

03 April

A $75,000 grant is allowing 13 WA public schools to come together and share their interest and love for robotics.
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Teachers soar to new heights in flying squad

28 March

For more than two decades, the Teacher Flying Squad has been an ongoing source of support for regional schools.
Public school life
Where we’re going, we don’t need four wheels

27 March

Lathlain Primary School’s Bike Bus is no regular bus.
Public school life
Great shave for a great cause

26 March

A Perth primary school has raised thousands of dollars to support the World’s Greatest Shave.
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Dedicated STEM teachers awarded scholarship

25 March

Two public school teachers from regional areas have recently been awarded scholarships that will allow them to...
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Not all heroes wear capes

25 March

Students and staff at a Perth primary school dressed up as superheroes for Hero Hunter Day in memory of their...
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Holly puts fine point on stats champs

22 March

Holly Peach, Year 9, looks to have a bright future in the sport of fencing, having claimed the 2023 WA State C...
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From local to global

21 March

A South West teacher’s practical approach to sustainability education has been showcased around the world by t...
Public school life
From remote regions to Government House, with Girls from Oz

20 March

Girls from Oz promises to provide programs that are designed to engage and inspire females living in some of t...
Public school life
Making sure we never forget

19 March

As 10 West Australian students prepare to head to Singapore for the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour, the opp...
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The 2024 Women of Achievement Award winner is…

18 March

A Fremantle program coordinator, focussed on achieving stronger academic outcomes for disengaged students, has...
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Pioneering two-way language initiatives recognised

14 March

Patricia Konigsberg is a linguist and educator and is a leading advocate for two-way learning.
Public school life
Schools supporting schools

13 March

Students and school staff from across Western Australia continue to support education in Cambodia through the...
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Donation inspiring in a remote community

11 March

For nearly 30 years, Deborah Donation has been a leader in her community. She is passionate about providing op...
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Curtin uni awards principal with honorary doctorate

08 March

Lee Musumeci, Principal of Challis Community Primary School, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Curti...
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Who run the track? Girls!

08 March

Four female students passionate about STEM are gearing up to compete in an F1 challenge in Adelaide.
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Making direct impact in South West

06 March

Throughout her career in education, Sue Cuneo has been a strong leader and has kept up to date with contempora...
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Creative STEM teacher recognised

01 March

As a teacher in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, Donna Buckley’s dedication...
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Language success on a national stage

29 February

A South West primary school has been recognised for its outstanding language students with top placings in a n...
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Dr Morris recognised for work with at-risk students

28 February

For more than 20 years, Dr Antoinette Morris has coordinated an alternative education program that caters to s...
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Public schools welcome new school psychologists for 2024

26 February

Across WA, 65 new school psychologists have been welcomed to start 2024, set to support schools to enhance stu...
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Rob Riley prize winners announced

19 February

Two WA top-performing Aboriginal public school graduates have been named recipients of the 2023 Rob Riley Memo...
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Excelling in education: finalists announced for Women of Achievement Award

16 February

Five finalists have been announced for the Director General’s Women of Achievement Award, who all support educ...
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Top students share their top tips for acing ATAR

14 February

Graduates from Perth Modern who received an ATAR of 99.95 share their tips for navigating Year 12. Plus, we ex...
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Students make their mark

05 February

West Leederville Primary School students have brightened up a local park with their artistic talents.
Public school life
Wheelie good idea

02 February

A secondary school has established a bike repair station to promote active lifestyles among the school communi...
Public school life
Double the fun for day one

01 February

While the first day of high school can be daunting, six sets of twins at Kelmscott Senior High School had some...
Public school life
Stepping up into the world of high school

24 January

Starting high school means big changes for your child. Help your child transition to high school with these tips.
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Inspiring aspiring Aboriginal secondary teachers

22 January

As the final date for submitting applications for the Bob Hawke Aboriginal Teacher Scholarship nears, the most...
In the news Public school life
Boy swallows success

18 January

A graduate from WA’s only selective arts college is starring in one of Australia’s most popular TV shows.
In the news Public school life
Teachers welcomed from around the world

16 January

While most teachers are setting up new classrooms ahead of the 2024 school year, 100 international teachers ar...
Public school life
Kindergarten – here I come!

12 January

This year, 22,930 kids are expected to start Kindergarten in public schools across Western Australia.
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Chief Psych recognised for career of significance

09 January

Recently retired Chris Gostelow has been recognised by the Australian Psychological Society for the impact he...
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Young minds providing innovative solutions

23 December

An app developed by a team of Year 8 students from Bob Hawke College took out the Minister’s Innovation Challe...
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Journey through light and sound

22 December

Two Perth schools have put on a stunning multi-sensory art display that explores the connection to the Swan Ri...
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Albany graduate WA’s best all-rounder

21 December

A Great Southern graduate is celebrating after taking out the title of Western Australia’s best all-rounder.
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Love of languages

21 December

Five graduates of the Aboriginal Languages Teacher Training program will head to schools across the state to i...
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Future software engineer wins Beazley Medal

20 December

A Melville Senior High School graduate and budding software engineer has received WA’s highest education honour.
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Connecting through art

19 December

Southwest students have taken part in a festive intergenerational arts and crafts project with a local social...
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Top of the crop

18 December

Many Year 12 graduates have been waiting with bated breath in anticipation of their ATAR results being release...
Public school life
John Curtin students take centre stage at long table dinner

16 December

Rocks & Rhubarb, the winner of John Curtin College of the Arts’ battle of the bands competition, recently perf...
Public school life
Sharing the environment through tech

15 December

Budding environmental researchers from Brentwood Primary School have unveiled their interactive signs around B...
Public school life
Moon on Water

14 December

A Wheatbelt school has opened a bush tucker garden which features more than 40 native edible plants.
Public school life
Future leaders appointed

13 December

Secondary school students from across WA will have the chance to share their views and inform education policy...
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Reconciliation recognised

08 December

A Perth school’s commitment to reconciliation has earned recognition at the national level.
Public school life
A MAGIC-al Taiwanese experience

07 December

A trio of Margaret River Senior High School (MRSHS) students recently represented Australia at the 2023 New Ta...
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School shines at Mental Health awards

06 December

A north metropolitan school has come out on top at the 2023 WA Mental Health Awards for its exceptional mental...
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Crucial partnerships making a difference

05 December

Yousra Abou Ras’s story is one that highlights the success of important partnerships such as the one offered b...
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The winners of the WA Education Awards for 2023 are…

04 December

Today, five public schools were recognised for their excellence in the areas of leadership, disability and inc...
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WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in disability and inclusion

01 December

Four schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to inclusivity as part of a new category in...
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WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in cultural responsiveness

28 November

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their approach to culturally respons...
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WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in school leadership

24 November

Four West Australian public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their approach to lead...
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Just Dance to victory

21 November

Perth primary school students are winners in a sports competition with a difference.
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WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in teaching and learning (primary)

20 November

Four public primary schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their dedication to providin...
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Siblings win big with their love for reading

17 November

Two sets of siblings have won top prizes for the 2023 Premier’s Reading Challenge, showing off their passion f...
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Performance of a lifetime

16 November

Education support assistant by day, supporting rock legends Coldplay by night. 
Public school life
From milk bottle to spectacular centrepiece

15 November

Lockridge Primary School was one of the schools whose talented students recently participated in an arts progr...
Reward and recognition
It’s all in their minds

14 November

Teams of brilliant students from both Poynter Primary School and Esperance Primary School recently won in thei...
Events and initiatives
A sun-sational three-peat

13 November

Girrawheen Senior High School students have claims to knowing more about solar-powered cars than their West Au...
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WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in teaching and learning (secondary)

10 November

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for the exceptional way they pre...
Public school life
Narrogin hockey showdown

09 November

Narrogin Senior High School students in Years 8 to 10 recently squared off against the local law enforcers in...
Reward and recognition
Top titration technique

08 November

A Perth chemistry teacher’s precision and accuracy in the science lab has led him to take out a national compe...
In the news Public school life
Dino-mite students help uncover Pilbara fossils

07 November

Students from Karratha Senior High School were given a unique opportunity to help researchers unearth fossils...
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Teacher and students shine at film festival

02 November

Academy Award winning filmmakers in the near future may be thanking a South West media teacher for her support...
Events and initiatives Public school life
A bright future for clean energy in schools

01 November

Sixty more Western Australian public schools face a greener future thanks to funding received as part of the S...
Public school life
Wildlife warriors

01 November

Students from Shenton College Deaf Education Centre have grouped together to help save injured and rescued wil...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Variety providing aid to students and families in need

31 October

Variety WA is throwing its support behind thousands of Western Australian school children and families through...
Public school life
Empowering woman, one mural at a time

30 October

A group of Year 9 girls from Belridge Secondary College spent six weeks creating a mural with help from the fe...
In the news Public school life
A tale of two teachers

27 October

A message from the Director General for World Teachers' Day
Public school life
The classroom and beyond

27 October

From bustling metro schools to some of the most isolated communities in the state, public school teachers make...
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition
WA Education Awards a step closer

27 October

From remote schools in the Kimberley, to a specialist agricultural college in the Wheatbelt, to bustling metro...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Making change

26 October

A school Containers for Change program that prepares students with a disability for the workplace has taken ou...
Public school life
Soccer superstars

25 October

There were cheers and smiles when the Lynwood Senior High School specialist soccer academy ran a carnival for...
Reward and recognition
Students’ game design places in national challenge

24 October

An Anzac Terrace Primary School trio have placed second in a national competition for their video game design...
Reward and recognition
Paw-fect companion

23 October

Holly, the beloved support dog at Woodvale Secondary College, recently claimed a bronze medal in the Animal Aw...
In the news Reward and recognition
Warwick graduate ready for Oxford

23 October

A Warwick Senior High School graduate is packing his bags for Oxford University after winning the prestigious...
In the news Reward and recognition
From Midwest farm to AFL Grand Final

19 October

Pippa McTaggart from WA’s Midwest made lifetime memories while attending this year’s AFL Grand Final as the 20...
Public school life
Doing more than keeping our schools clean

18 October

Today we celebrate ‘Thank your cleaner day’ and take a moment to appreciate the many hardworking cleaners that...
Reward and recognition
WA teacher recognised by highest office

18 October

Whatever the future holds, Donna Buckley is doing her best to ensure we’re ready for it.
Public school life
Connecting through art

17 October

Perth students are bringing joy to local aged care residents through the gift of art.
Reward and recognition
For the record, we’re excellent 

09 October

Corporate Information Services pair, Cassandra Reagan and Carolyn Atkinson, have each claimed national honours...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Historic milestones for our schools

05 October

We are celebrating more than 100 years of public education at some of our schools in 2023.
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