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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 and awareness for youth mental health, recently completed a 700km charity ride from Albany to Perth.
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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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Duchess Down Under

21 November

The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, brought books and belly laughs to a lucky Perth primary school as part of...
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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.
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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...
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Challenge off and running

16 July

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge started this week and Simon Reid, Principal of Coolbinia Primary Sc...
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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...
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Students lead wetland rehabilitation

05 July

Ashburton Drive Primary School staff are fostering an appreciation in its students for the local wetlands.
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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...
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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...
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Footy and fellowship

26 June

A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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Healthcare heroes of tomorrow

15 April

A Perth secondary school is training the next generation of vital healthcare workers.
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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...
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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.
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Where we’re going, we don’t need four wheels

27 March

Lathlain Primary School’s Bike Bus is no regular bus.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
Public school life
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.
Events and initiatives
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.
Public school life
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...
Reward and recognition
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...
In the news Public school life
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Paw-fect companion

23 October

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

23 October

A Warwick Senior High School graduate is packing his bags for Oxford University after winning the prestigious...
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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...
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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.
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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.
Public school life
Young Carnaby author on the rise

03 October

Joshua Lo is only nine years old, but he’s already a published author and illustrator.
Reward and recognition
Sustainable school shines

29 September

Staff and students at South Coogee Primary School have been recognised for their dedication to sustainability...
Public school life
Comet Bay continues stellar streak

27 September

Comet Bay College students got the chance to strut their stuff at Optus Stadium as they went back-to-back in t...
Lights, camera, education

26 September

Bob Hawke College recently unveiled its $52.9 million Stage 2 expansion, marking a significant milestone in th...
In the news
Ruby’s ready to roar

20 September

It’s been a huge year for women’s soccer in Australia, but for Ruby Cuthbert, it shapes as the start of someth...
In the news Public school life
Voyager takes students on journey towards stardom

18 September

Specialist music students at Kelmscott Senior High School have jammed out at a lunchtime gig with internationa...
In the news Reward and recognition
National award for outstanding teachers

15 September

Three West Australian teachers have been recognised nationally for their innovation and unwavering commitment...
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Seeing double

14 September

The Japanese and Venezuelan soccer teams will be seeing double when Perth twins take to the pitch for a World...
Events and initiatives
Festival’s mass appeal

12 September

No one understands the impact of the WA Massed Choir Festival better than Kate Humphreys.
Reward and recognition
College recognised for training excellence

11 September

WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin is in the running to be named WA small training provider of the year at th...
In the news
Baylee shows his true colours

07 September

When it comes to football, the choice for Baylee Austen is black and white.
Reward and recognition
Young geographer on top of the world

06 September

Liana Brkich is reconsidering her future career options after being named one of the state’s young geographers...
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Case closed on Cluedunnit Kids 2023

05 September

Move over, Nancy Drew, there are some brilliant young detectives in our midst.
Public school life
Inkabee unearthed

01 September

Inkabee is an 11-year-old on a mission to inspire people.
In the news Public school life
Check outs to check in life skills

30 August

Students at WA’s education support centres have swapped schoolbooks for stacking shelves and scanning items as...
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Pick of the bunch

29 August

Thousands of students across the country have voted a Perth teacher’s picture book their favourite of the year.
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Education assistants in the spotlight

28 August

Dedicated public school education assistants have been recognised on the national stage as finalists in the 20...
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Teacher maps out geography win

24 August

A Perth geography teacher passionate about educating students on the environment and climate change has taken...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Student Council empowering change

21 August

Members of the 2023 WA Student Council have come together to help tackle one of the biggest issues among their...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Full STEAM ahead for Science Week

18 August

Students got the chance to learn about some fascinating scientific developments as Rostrata Primary School cel...
Events and initiatives Public school life
More than just goals

17 August

It was a serious case of football fever at the recent Safety Bay Senior High School Women's World Cup Aspirati...
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WA Education Awards nominations open

16 August

It’s time to celebrate excellence in our schools again, with nominations open for the WA Education Awards.
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Students on song

15 August

Remember the names Siena Rebelo and Sophie Lilah.
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Anthem connects students

11 August

Sheoak Grove Primary School students deepened their connection with culture and the land after producing their...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Gold star space projects

08 August

West Australian students have launched out-of-this-world solutions to problems faced by the space industry.
Public school life
Celebrating primary school principals

04 August

Primary school principals are dedicated leaders who make a remarkable difference to the education and lives of...
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Passionate librarian recognised

01 August

Melissa Pettit has been acknowledged for making a difference in her field, honoured with the F A Sharr Award a...
In the news Public school life
From passenger to pilot

28 July

While most 16-year-olds work towards a licence to get behind the wheel of a car, one Perth Modern School stude...
Events and initiatives
Students trade in their classroom for national championships

27 July

Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to com...
Public school life
Speedy robotics workshop

25 July

Robots are well known for speeding up manufacturing processes, but the tables were turned when WA secondary st...
In the news Public school life
You can’t take the Samson out of Sam

21 July

Years before kicking goals on the world stage, international football superstar Sam Kerr perfected her tradema...
In the news Public school life
Young conservationist’s im-peck-able success

20 July

The population of an endangered cockatoo species endemic to Western Australia is growing thanks to a project s...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Saddle up for life skills

14 July

Southwest students have learnt wellbeing strategies and important life lessons from new four-legged friends as...
In the news Public school life
Premier League king spurs on Lynwood goals

13 July

An English Premier League legend shared his skills with some emerging Lynwood Senior High School soccer stars...
Public school life
On-Country immersion education

12 July

A group of Bunbury students have traded the Southwest for the Northwest as part of an On-Country learning expe...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Emerging perspectives from Year 12 artists

10 July

Thought-provoking artworks from some talented recent Year 12 graduates are being showcased in The West Austral...
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19 years dedication to school community rewarded

07 July

Kim Moore’s exceptional dedication and invaluable contributions to the school community, over the past 19 year...
Public school life
The beauty of Country and family

07 July

An Aboriginal educator has written a bilingual picture book in Noongar and English to celebrate the beauty of...
Reward and recognition
Football coach scores top honour

05 July

Lynwood Senior High School’s Ann Gourley has been honoured with the National Female Football Week CommBank Coa...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Students rise up with inspiring WA artist

03 July

A former student and renowned artist, graphic designer and photographer, has returned to her high school to in...
Events and initiatives In the news
Intergalactic challenge buddy launched to inspire readers

28 June

Meet Dewey Dex, an alien new to Earth, who is on an intergalactic quest to read every book on our planet.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Music sparks joy

27 June

A brass ensemble, a wind orchestra and moving vocal performances were among the standout moments at the annual...
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All-rounder hits goals for six

22 June

Kent Street Senior High School student Chloe Ainsworth has won a cricketing opportunity of a lifetime.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Country Week ignites school spirit

22 June

Country Week has proven to be a catalyst for renewed school spirit in some communities this year.
Reward and recognition
Abi’s best yarn inspires peers

20 June

A talented WA student could be the next winner of the Best Australian Yarn Short Story Competition.
Public school life
Club all it’s clucked up to be

16 June

Vasse Primary School students are embracing the school’s latest initiative – Chicken Club.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Tech-savvy schools share skills

14 June

An innovative program is allowing our schools to share knowledge and boost technology skills in remote parts o...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Competition inspires young innovators

13 June

Primary school students got the chance to tackle challenging real-world scenarios as part of a dynamic intersc...
In the news Public school life
Special spiders in focus

07 June

Most people run a mile when they see a spider, but teenager Michael Lun spends hours seeking them out.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Tambrey on Track

06 June

A Karratha Aboriginal educator is using her experience as a marathon runner to teach young female Indigenous s...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Kimberley Round-up returns

31 May

The Kimberley Round-up has made a triumphant return after more than 25 years.
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Award-winning Karratha initiative

30 May

The Karratha Education Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to education in the Pil...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Exploring culture through art

29 May

A renowned Indigenous artist inspired Leeming students to explore culture through a stunning collaborative art...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Students star in magical show

26 May

Broome schools joined forces as part of an epic community performance celebrating the shorebirds of Roebuck Bay.
Events and initiatives In the news
World Cup inspires students

25 May

Excitement is building ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, with WA students set to benefit from the spectacul...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Royal sweetness at Coastal Lakes College

24 May

A baker who has whipped up sweet treats for the royals at Buckingham Palace has featured as a guest judge at t...
Events and initiatives Public school life
School project out of this world

22 May

An innovative WA program is giving students the chance to launch school projects into space.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Celebrating our volunteers

18 May

Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.
Reward and recognition Public school life
Rob Riley Memorial Prize winners announced

17 May

Western Australia’s highest performing Aboriginal public school graduates from 2022 – one who hopes to become...
In the news Public school life
Educators write Yawuru picture book

16 May

A team of educators have written a Yawuru children’s picture book to help preserve language and culture for ge...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Shining a light on maths

15 May

An innovative Scitech program is helping change the way our students think about mathematics.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Pedal Prix putting students on track

10 May

Public school students across the state are testing their skills in design, engineering, fitness and teamwork...
Events and initiatives In the news
Star-studded cheer squad supports challenge

08 May

The 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge is being boosted by a huge injection of star power.
Events and initiatives In the news
Bunbury students shine in King's coronation concert

05 May

WA public school students are playing a starring role in the historic King’s Coronation.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Tyler encourages junior humanitarians

02 May

Kind and compassionate Year 6 students around the state could be the next Fred Hollows Foundation Humanity Awa...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Perth art teacher Archibald Prize finalist

01 May

An award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher dedicated to sharing her creative talents to re-engage st...
In the news Public school life
Immersive high-tech Anzac app

21 April

Comet Bay College will bring Anzac stories to life through a new augmented reality (AR) app to be launched on...
In the news Public school life
A place to meet and connect

20 April

A Great Southern primary school has opened a dedicated Noongar community room to offer a space to yarn, connec...
In the news Public school life
Sharing tech tips and life advice

18 April

Perth high school students have traded tech tips for life advice with local retirement village residents as pa...
In the news Reward and recognition
Robotics success on the big stage

14 April

Perth student robotics stars have been invited to compete against teams from across the world in a robotics ch...
Public school life
Puppets for preservation

13 April

Students at a remote Kimberley school helped spread the message about environmental sustainability in their co...
In the news Public school life
Budding rangers at work

06 April

Kununurra students have removed invasive weeds to rehabilitate a local spring as part of a new program offerin...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Family ties drive student Anzac tour

05 April

For Ebony Whitney, the Premier’s Anzac Student Tour is a “life-changing” chance to explore her deep interest i...
Events and initiatives In the news
Premier's Reading Challenge 2023 set to launch

05 April

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back for another year and it’s going to be bigger than ever.
Events and initiatives Public school life
Passing on the gift of language

04 April

Inspired to keep his native language alive, Aboriginal language teacher graduate Gavin Smith has taken matters...
Public school life
Sharing origin stories

31 March

The extraordinary origin stories of John Forest Secondary College students have been featured in a new e-book.
Events and initiatives
Student chefs get cooking

30 March

Aboriginal students from across the state donned chef hats and tasted what it’s like to work in a professional...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Public school graduates win scholarships

28 March

Four Western Australian public school graduates have been recognised as future leaders as part of a prestigiou...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Celebrating diversity together

27 March

Our schools marked Harmony Week in spectacular fashion as students came together across the state to celebrate...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Kids choose recycling

24 March

The recycling efforts of WA students played a starring role in one of the most popular artworks at this year’s...
In the news Public school life
Modernians, 90 years apart, connected with art

17 March

A Perth Modern School student has crafted a portrait of Western Australia’s oldest man who graduated from the...
In the news Public school life
Following her dream

16 March

Years after graduating secondary school, Wongatha woman Candice Matthews has gone on to become a coordinator f...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Student Council sets 2023 goals

16 March

Members of the inaugural WA Student Council have come together for the first time to set their goals and prior...
In the news Public school life
A helping hand

15 March

Community spirit was high this month when a group of young Perth humanitarians came together to raise money fo...
In the news Reward and recognition
Lee shines in women’s day award

08 March

A Perth principal dedicated to making a difference to the lives of students and their families has been recogn...
Public school life
Keep cups keep litter away

03 March

Three Southwest students passionate about eliminating plastic have introduced a keep cup initiative at their s...
Reward and recognition
Outstanding women recognised

22 February

Five female finalists who have made outstanding contributions to education have been named in the Department o...
In the news Reward and recognition
Public school students best in WA

21 December

Two outstanding WA public school students – one who will study medicine, the other who has plans to set up his...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Excellence in public service

12 December

A Geraldton primary school is among those highlighted in a prestigious award celebrating excellence in public...
In the news Public school life
Students preserve Kimberley turtle populations

12 December

Kimberley students are helping monitor turtle populations across the region to develop their science skills an...
In the news Public school life
Green thumbs thrive through Patch to Plate

08 December

Dongara District High School students are celebrating 10 years of growing and selling their own produce throug...
In the news Events and initiatives
Blast off in Karratha

06 December

A Pilbara high school has launched a new space club to inspire students to enter careers in astronomy and rock...
In the news Public school life
Southwest students claw shell disease

02 December

Budding scientists from the state’s Southwest have uncovered a bacterial shell disease impacting blue swimmer...
Public school life Events and initiatives
Harrisdale Handlebars support Movember

01 December

A Harrisdale Primary School teacher has led a team of staff members known as the Harrisdale Handlebars on a no...
Public school life
Graduation gift of art and culture

25 November

A Dreamtime inspired piece of art designed by an Ellenbrook Secondary College student has provided a personal...
In the news Public school life
Two-way Science conference

24 November

Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.
In the news Public school life
Students build autonomous tour kart

09 November

Waroona District High School students now have a new way to travel across campus after building an autonomous...
Public school life
Lessons on culture and language

03 November

Western Australia’s longest serving Aboriginal academic presented to education staff about Aboriginal educatio...
In the news Events and initiatives
Hats off to teachers

28 October

Teachers wear a number of hats. They spark those lightbulb moments in the classroom and patch up grazed knees...
Reward and recognition
Shining youth award winner

24 October

A Dianella Secondary College student won a WA Youth Award for her support and dedication to the local community.
In the news Events and initiatives
Indigenous educators share experiences in Canada

14 October

Three Indigenous educators studying to become teachers at Curtin University have attended a conference in Cana...
Public school life
Students share woodwork with local community

13 October

Newton Moore Education Support Centre students are selling woodwork pieces they built at school through their...
In the news Reward and recognition
Students press start on game developing

20 September

Aspiring game developers at Southern River College in Gosnells have won a top award for their new game called...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Bull Creek’s spelling superstar

15 September

Bull Creek Primary School student Joanne Lee shone at the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, winning the Years 3 t...
In the news Public school life
Student shellfish researchers

12 September

John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.
Events and initiatives In the news
A conversation could save a life

08 September

Yarning circles, chit-chat cafes and mindfulness activities were some of the many ways Western Australian scho...
In the news Public school life
Sharing Wangkatja language

07 September

A Goldfields teacher had a dream to share her grandmother’s language with the younger generation. So, she wrot...
Reward and recognition Public school life
Award for fundraising sports superstar

06 September

A Rockingham sports teacher who created a successful fundraising initiative and champions a rugby league progr...
Public school life
Leeming’s Active August

05 September

Leeming Senior High School celebrated the end of “Active August” with its annual “Straight Six” event. No doub...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Sports galore as Country Week returns

02 September

One of the most highly anticipated sporting tournaments in the school calendar kicked off this week after a 2-...
Public school life
Northam’s Noongar Journey

01 September

For the past two years, Northam Primary School has been on an important cultural journey, connecting with the...
Events and initiatives
WA College of Agriculture best in show

30 August

The students (and cattle!) of Denmark’s College of Agriculture shone at the recent Beverley Show, with the gir...
Public school life
Long-distance journey for avid student bike riders

25 August

Students and staff from the Kimberley showed off their long-distance bike riding skills for their annual Ride...
Public school life Events and initiatives
Schools’ spectacular science celebrations

19 August

Students across Western Australia celebrated National Science Week by taking part in innovative projects that...
In the news Reward and recognition
WA school recognised on national stage

15 August

A South West public school has been recognised on a national stage for its outstanding work and support for st...
Events and initiatives Public school life
Manning River Rangers to the Rescue

11 August

A group of intrepid Manning Primary School students are volunteering their time to conserve local bushland and...
Public school life
First Nations students leading the way

10 August

John Curtin College of the Arts students are leading the way with their First Nations student group called Maa...
In the news Public school life
Taking to the TEDx stage

04 August

Northam Senior High School student Joshua Patrick took to the big stage to share his inspiring story and exper...
In the news Public school life
Ngaanyatjarra Lands inspire Heywire winner

02 August

Charlotte Golding, from the Warakurna community in the middle of Western Australia’s Gibson Desert, has presen...
Reward and recognition
Iconic Fish ‘n’ Chip Shop Takes Centre Stage

28 July

Year 5 Manning Primary School student Oliver Newman has won the Phillip Pendal Young Heritage Award, after wri...
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From Thornlie SHS to the Commonwealth Games

27 July

Former Thornlie Senior High School head girl Caitlin Parker is gearing up to represent Australia in boxing at...
Reward and recognition
Star storyteller at Dongara DHS

25 July

A Year 6 student from Dongara District High School has done her school proud at the national STORYATHON compet...
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On-country experience of a lifetime

07 July

Sixteen students from Bunbury travelled across Western Australia to take part in a life-changing on-country ex...
Events and initiatives
Drumming up positivity

04 July

School students have written a song with a local musician as part of a new program launched to promote the lin...
Public school life In the news
Free market to tackle textile waste

04 July

Manea Senior College students are tackling textile waste by hosting a free market where their peers swap cloth...
Public school life In the news
Derby students take to the sky

16 June

Students in WA’s remote North now have the qualifications to pilot drones and prepare for future career opport...
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Family paves the way for Aboriginal education

14 June

Mother and daughter duo introduce Ballardong Noongar language and culture classes at Bruce Rock District High...
Reward and recognition
Aboriginal education leader honoured

13 June

A leader in Aboriginal education in WA is among the 992 Australians recognised as part of the 2022 Queen’s Bir...
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Students get creative in prosthetics class

13 June

Students get a head start in biomedical science by creating recyclable prosthetics.
Events and initiatives
Anzac Heroes App

07 June

Celebrating Anzac heroes using augmented reality.
Public school life In the news
Transforming waste to art

07 June

Two Perth schools have collaborated for an exhibition featuring captivating art made from waste to raise aware...
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Be Brave. Make Change.

03 June

Schools across Western Australia commemorated National Reconciliation Week to learn about Aboriginal histories...
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Community generosity leads to magical night

31 May

A Goldfields principal has turned into a fairy godmother for her students after conjuring up ball gowns and su...
In the news Reward and recognition
Big win for geography students

27 May

Top Year 12 students represented WA in the Geography’s Big Week Out.
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Science in Switzerland

27 May

A Perth science teacher has been invited to Switzerland where he will work with scientists, engineers and othe...
In the news Public school life
Head start for students’ futures

26 May

Great Southern students get a head start in future careers.
Reward and recognition
International Writing Winner

06 May

Melville Senior High School student Om Sharma, tops a global writing competition.
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Recognition for pathfinding Aboriginal educator

03 May

Western Australia’s first qualified female Aboriginal teacher has been honoured at a Perth primary school to e...
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Anzac Day animals

11 April

Newborough Primary School recognised the role of animals in World War One with special messages sent by pigeon.
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Winners of the Rob Riley Memorial Prize announced

30 March

Two outstanding Aboriginal secondary school graduates have been awarded a prestigious prize for their top perf...
Public school life In the news
Ag students help out farmer

29 March

Students and staff from The Western Australia College of Agriculture in Harvey and Cunderdin have rallied toge...
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Community recognition for local teacher

28 March

Mandurah Primary School principal, Natasha Upcott has been awarded the Local Legend Award by the Mayor of Mand...
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