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Rising music talent unearthed
In the news Reward and recognition

06 September 2024

Former Ellenbrook Secondary College student, Mariae Cassandra, has catapulted onto the national stage after winning Triple J’s 2024 Unearthed High competition.

Pedalling to success
Public school life

09 September 2024

Students from a remote community school have undertaken a spectacular bike journey to one of the Kimberley’s most iconic attractions.

16 September 2024

Two WA public school teachers have been recognised as being among the most inspiring in the country.

11 September 2024

From schools in the golden fields of the Wheatbelt and red earth of the Pilbara, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2024 have been announced.

Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour
Events and initiatives Public school life

11 November 2024

Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.

Championing food security
Events and initiatives Public school life

19 November 2024

Year 9 Geography students at John Forrest Secondary College have again championed the CARAD (Centre for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees) food security project.

Prizes for innovative young minds
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

27 November 2024

Halls Head students who designed a purpose-built “house on wheels” have taken out the Minister’s Innovation Challenge for 2024.

It’s cool to be kind
Reward and recognition

02 December 2024

Small acts of kindness have taken Goomalling Primary School student Tyrel Glatz all the way to Sydney, where he was the West Australian Junior Ambassador to the Fred Hollows Foundation.

Age is just a number
Events and initiatives Public school life

14 October 2024

An early childhood teacher has brought aged-care residents into her kindergarten class to encourage mutual enrichment.

25 October 2024

World Teachers’ Day is celebrated across Australia today to thank educators for their unwavering passion and dedication.

25 September 2024

If acts of kindness were an Olympic sport, Canning Vale Primary School teacher Belinda Johnston would take home the gold medal.

23 October 2024

Four schools have been recognised for their incredible work and achievements in supporting the wellbeing of students.

26 September 2024

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

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
Public school life

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.

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...

Test debut for former cricket program graduate
In the news Reward and recognition

14 February 2025

Belridge Secondary College is leading the way in inspiring young students to pursue their sporting careers through its specialist cricket program.

Tree-mendous outdoor classroom
In the news Public school life

05 August 2024

Ashdale Primary School students and staff are now seeing the forest for the trees as they unveil an innovative urban greening project.

From Busselton to beyond
Reward and recognition Public school life

22 April 2026

A quantum physicist and Busselton Senior High School alumnus is packing his bags for a leading international university after winning one of Australia’s most prestigious scholarships.

01 May 2026

Students at Mindarie Primary School are geared up to better the almost $20,000 they raised for last year’s Premier’s Telethon Challenge.

Celebrating our volunteers
Events and initiatives Public school life

18 May 2023

Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.

Big hits and big milestones
Reward and recognition

05 May 2026

Treeby Primary School Year 5 student, Nate, is knocking it out of the park, literally, on the tee-ball diamond.

Cleared for take-off
Public school life

14 May 2026

Melville Senior High School Student, Brayden Rochford, has always dreamed of becoming an airline pilot. Now, with the Minister’s Aviation Scholarship in hand, he is one step closer to achieving...

18 May 2026

Several WA public school students have featured on the winners' list at the prestigious 2026 Lester Prize Youth Awards.

A ceremony of remembrance for Aboriginal Anzacs
Events and initiatives In the news

03 June 2025

Hundreds of students from the Follow the Dream program converged on Kings Park during Reconciliation Week to honour nine Aboriginal Anzac fallen soldiers in a heartfelt ceremony.

22 May 2026

As part of National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May), P&C Day (22 May) is an opportunity to recognise the incredible contributions volunteers make in our schools and wider community.

A journey of remembrance
Reward and recognition

16 March 2026

For John Curtin College of the Arts Year 11 student Amy Newton-Norris, the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour will be an opportunity to connect with Australia’s wartime history and honour her...

Flying before driving
Reward and recognition Public school life

04 June 2026

Three Year 10 students from Kent Street Senior High School have already completed a solo aircraft flight, at an age when most teenagers are still waiting to get behind the wheel of a car.

09 June 2026

Lively Lunch Gigs at Kelmscott Senior High School are getting rave reviews from student performers and audience members.

Students strike a chord
Events and initiatives Public school life

02 July 2026

A celebration of musical talent filled the Cyril Tyler Auditorium at Perth Modern School as 430 public school students came together for the Opus 2026 performance.

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