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Moo-ving into dairy careers
25 June 2024
Students at Coodanup College had a hands-on experience taking care of two calves to learn more about careers in the dairy industry.
Student band wins at WAM awards
01 July 2024
A song written by a local band comprising of four secondary students has received a gong at the recent Western Australian Music (WAM) awards.
Stepping into NAIDOC celebrations
09 July 2024
River Valley Primary School students have put their art and paving skills to the test for their NAIDOC Week, handmaking 77 stepping stones.
Turtle-y awesome rescue by students
15 July 2024
A recent school trip to clean up Binningup Beach took an unexpected turn for three students from Parkfield Primary School.
Age is just a number
14 October 2024
An early childhood teacher has brought aged-care residents into her kindergarten class to encourage mutual enrichment.
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day
25 October 2024
World Teachers’ Day is celebrated across Australia today to thank educators for their unwavering passion and dedication.
Canning Vale's heart of gold
25 September 2024
If acts of kindness were an Olympic sport, Canning Vale Primary School teacher Belinda Johnston would take home the gold medal.
WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in wellbeing and learning
23 October 2024
Four schools have been recognised for their incredible work and achievements in supporting the wellbeing of students.
Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour
11 November 2024
Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.
Crucial partnerships making a difference
05 December 2023
Yousra Abou Ras’s story is one that highlights the success of important partnerships such as the one offered by Shenton College Deaf Education Centre.Â
Sharing the environment through tech
15 December 2023
Budding environmental researchers from Brentwood Primary School have unveiled their interactive signs around Blue Gum Lake Reserve.
John Curtin students take centre stage at long table dinner
15 December 2023
Rocks & Rhubarb, the winner of John Curtin College of the Arts’ battle of the bands competition, recently performed at the annual Fremantle Long Table Dinner.Â
Top of the crop
19 December 2023
Many Year 12 graduates have been waiting with bated breath in anticipation of their ATAR results being released, and over the weekend, nine public school students celebrated with the highest possible score.
Chief Psych recognised for career of significance
09 January 2024
Recently retired Chris Gostelow has been recognised by the Australian Psychological Society for the impact he made in psychology over his 39-year career with the Department.
Students launch off to destination Mars
24 December 2024
As the school year came to an end, WA’s schools were rushing to leave Earth behind to travel into space by exploring Scitech’s Destination Mars exhibition.
Ready, VET, gold!
19 December 2024
John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA) has claimed gold in the School Pathways to VET Award at the 2024 Australian Training Awards.
Leaders recognised for public sector excellence
13 December 2024
Former Director General, Lisa Rodgers PSM, has been awarded a prestigious public sector award for being a responsive, passionate, and innovative leader.
WA students shine on Yale stage
11 December 2024
Three West Australian students excelled at the World Scholars Cup at Yale University last month, picking up a handy haul of medals.
Plastic fantastic
20 December 2024
Two of our regional schools have taken our honours in respective categories of the rECOnstructed Art Competition and Exhibition.
A winning passion for outdoor ed
20 December 2024
A passion for outdoor education has earned Mindarie Senior College teacher Ashleigh Weyer the 2024 Outdoors WA-Young Achiever Award.
Honours for excellent educators and legendary leaders
30 January 2025
Three notable contributors to public education in WA were recognised on Australia Day, with prestigious national honours, for their remarkable service and dedication to the public sector.
Easing first-day nerves
03 February 2025
For some students heading into the 2025 school year, it will be the first time they’ve stepped onto a primary or secondary campus.
Decades of dedication recognised
19 February 2025
Vicki Delves has been a driving force in WA sport for more than 30 years.
Test debut for former cricket program graduate
14 February 2025
Belridge Secondary College is leading the way in inspiring young students to pursue their sporting careers through its specialist cricket program.
Help needed to get kids to school safely
13 February 2025
As the school year begins, it’s not just students who are preparing to head back, but traffic wardens across WA are ready to don their coats, grab their flags, and return to their posts to ensure the safety of the thousands of school students who walk or ride to school each day. 
Graduates gift a love of reading
25 February 2025
The 2024 graduates from Bicton Primary School left their peers with a parting gift that’s a bit different, a new community library.
Swimming for a cause
27 February 2025
A determined Perth swimmer is taking on an epic challenge to raise money for sick kids while inspiring her school community.
Award finalist celebrated for improving resilience and confidence
28 February 2025
A student support officer at Margaret River Senior High School has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to public education in Western Australia.
Winner driving force behind cultural inclusion in education
06 March 2025
An empowering educator, who has dedicated decades to advocacy and equity in education, has taken out the 2025 Director General’s Women of Achievement Award.
Passionate storyteller honoured in WA Women’s Hall of Fame
10 March 2025
A passionate storyteller and extraordinary leader who is the driving force behind communications initiatives in education has been inducted into the WA Women’s Hall of Fame.