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Bringing the world into classrooms
13 August 2024
More than 130 schools will participate in Scitech’s first virtual excursions during this year’s National Science Week to celebrate and learn about this year’s theme: Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability.
Warwick engineers a Premier Science Award win
21 August 2024
Ashdale Secondary College already offers a terrific science-based specialist program through its STEM Institute.
Robotics success on the big stage
13 April 2023
Perth student robotics stars have been invited to compete against teams from across the world in a robotics championship in Houston, Texas after shining at the national level.
Immersive high-tech Anzac app
21 April 2023
Comet Bay College will bring Anzac stories to life through a new augmented reality (AR) app to be launched on Anzac Day.
Bunbury students shine in King's coronation concert
05 May 2023
WA public school students are playing a starring role in the historic King’s Coronation.
Shining a light on maths
15 May 2023
An innovative Scitech program is helping change the way our students think about mathematics.
Outstanding women recognised
22 February 2023
Five female finalists who have made outstanding contributions to education have been named in the Department of Education’s Women of Achievement Award.
WA College of Agriculture best in show
30 August 2022
The students (and cattle!) of Denmark’s College of Agriculture shone at the recent Beverley Show, with the girls leading the way.
Student shellfish researchers
12 September 2022
John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.
Bull Creek’s spelling superstar
15 September 2022
Bull Creek Primary School student Joanne Lee shone at the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, winning the Years 3 to 4 category.
Unleash the passion
03 June 2021
It’s not every day you get to meet an Olympian, but now the students at Ashburton Drive Primary School are reaching for gold.
Students share science studies
05 July 2021
More than 250 primary school students from Perth’s southern suburbs came together to engage in conversations about their science interests.
Top notes for music program
05 July 2021
Kwinana students have benefitted from a music education program that helps develop life skills and improve academic results.
Sun shines after the storm
24 August 2021
Kalbarri District High School students have built a Thank You Board to recognise the local community who helped during the devastation of Tropical Cyclone Seroja.
Social skills for life
24 August 2021
Harrisdale Primary School special educational needs students have launched a pen pal program with a local aged care facility.
Doctor administers life lessons
09 September 2021
Former student and COVID-19 Dr Jesse Li addressed Mount Lawley Senior High School and shared his important life lessons.
School staff give back to community
15 October 2021
More than 100 Harrisdale Primary School staff participated in the rewarding experience as part of the school development day.
New life for yarning circle
15 December 2021
Hilton Primary School has revitalised its yarning circle to provide a gathering space that serves as an outdoor classroom and an area to sit and connect to country.
Walk with us
03 June 2021
More than 100 West Australian public school students took part in the annual Walk for Reconciliation in Perth to mark the conclusion of National Reconciliation Week.
Sports galore, but we're not keeping score.
03 June 2021
Gosnells Primary School hosts WA’s first autism inclusive interschool carnival.
Winners of the Rob Riley Memorial Prize announced
30 March 2022
Two outstanding Aboriginal secondary school graduates have been awarded a prestigious prize for their top performances in Year 12.
Recognition for pathfinding Aboriginal educator
03 May 2022
Western Australia’s first qualified female Aboriginal teacher has been honoured at a Perth primary school to ensure her legacy lives on for decades to come.
Aboriginal education leader honoured
13 June 2022
A leader in Aboriginal education in WA is among the 992 Australians recognised as part of the 2022 Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
Drumming up positivity
04 July 2022
School students have written a song with a local musician as part of a new program launched to promote the link between music and wellbeing.
Students send heartfelt messages
15 September 2021
Mount Hawthorn Primary School students’ welcome children from Afghanistan with heartfelt messages.
Regional students make connections
26 October 2021
District high schools welcome a unique online mentoring opportunity for their students.
Head start for students’ futures
26 May 2022
Great Southern students get a head start in future careers.
Family paves the way for Aboriginal education
14 June 2022
Mother and daughter duo introduce Ballardong Noongar language and culture classes at Bruce Rock District High School.
On-country experience of a lifetime
07 July 2022
Sixteen students from Bunbury travelled across Western Australia to take part in a life-changing on-country experience.
Students design fire shelters for animals
05 July 2021
Bullsbrook College students designing shelters using recycled materials that would help animals survive a bushfire.
Iconic Fish ‘n’ Chip Shop Takes Centre Stage
28 July 2022
Year 5 Manning Primary School student Oliver Newman has won the Phillip Pendal Young Heritage Award, after writing a story about Como’s iconic fish and chip shop.
Ag students help out farmer
29 March 2022
Students and staff from The Western Australia College of Agriculture in Harvey and Cunderdin have rallied together to support a farmer affected by devastating fires.
Taking to the TEDx stage
04 August 2022
Northam Senior High School student Joshua Patrick took to the big stage to share his inspiring story and experience as a young carer.
Students win with equine therapy
10 September 2021
Alkimos Primary School wins again with hosting the Melbourne Cup Tour for the second time.
Two-way Science conference
25 November 2022
Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.
Public school students best in WA
21 December 2022
Two outstanding WA public school students – one who will study medicine, the other who has plans to set up his own business – have received the state’s peak academic award for their Year 12 achievements.
Schools on the move
04 December 2024
Three Western Australian schools held their inaugural School Open Streets events, closing off local streets to traffic for a day of fun community activities.
New group of student leaders announced for WA Student Council
13 December 2024
The latest cohort of exceptional students have been selected to join the Western Australia Student Council.
Bagus language teacher wins national award
13 December 2024
An Indonesian language teacher who educates isolated students across the state has taken out a top award.
Schooling the Paris 2024 Olympics
14 August 2024
The Paris Olympic Games have come and gone, but the performances of former public school students are still being celebrated across Western Australia.
Student podcast encourages peers to Step Up and Shine
06 January 2025
Three Year 6 students from Harrisdale Primary School are making waves with an innovative podcast.
2024 Rob Riley Memorial Prize winners announced
14 February 2025
Two aspiring health professionals have been named the highest-achieving Aboriginal graduates of 2024, taking out a prestigious prize.
Students chance to design space suit patch
17 February 2025
WA students are invited to design mission patches that will feature on astronaut suits.
Dedicated and caring foundation principal recognised
24 February 2025
An inspiring principal who is deeply respected for her compassion and innovative approaches has been named a finalist for the Department’s 2025 Women of Achievement Award.
Teacher librarian building a legacy of literacy
04 March 2025
A passionate educator dedicated to fostering literacy education and inclusion has been named a finalist for the Department of Education’s Women of Achievement Award.
2025 Women of Achievement Award finalists announced
11 February 2025
Five outstanding female employees have been recognised for their significant contribution to public education in Western Australia.
Cutting edge technology for Broome students
17 March 2025
A new STEM room equipped with advanced technology is benefitting students at Broome Senior High School
Rallying behind our young athletes
18 March 2025
Perth Modern School student, Chelsea Wu created history recently when she competed at the 2025 World Table Tennis Youth Contender Championships in the Philippines.
New life skills on aisle one
13 March 2025
Students at Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre are getting a hands-on learning experience at their new Mini Woolies.
Students return to the surf
25 March 2025
After almost three decades away, Cowaramup Primary School Year 5 and 6 students have donned their wet suits and caught some waves in a welcomed return to surfing competition.
Pedal to the metal for youth mental health
17 April 2025
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.
From Manjimup to the Moon
23 April 2025
Jaxon Liebeck, a 2016 graduate from Manjimup Senior High School, returned to the classroom where it all began, to share his experience as flight director for Firefly Aerospace's recent commercial lunar landing.
Young WA student sprints to victory
13 May 2025
A West Australian schoolgirl is the fastest female in Australia in her age group.
School community supporting mindfulness
21 May 2025
A passionate educator, and mother of three, who has embraced the power of yoga, is encouraging students and parents to join community sessions to help improve physical health, wellbeing and focus.
A powerful role model
16 May 2025
Leeming Senior High School science teacher Jackson Stubberfield is preparing to represent Australia at the World Powerlifting Championship after an impressive win at the national level earlier this year.
Celebrating the heart of our schools
23 May 2025
This week, we celebrate both National Volunteer Week and P&C WA Day.
Woodbridge waste warriors
05 June 2025
This World Environment Day, 5 June 2025, students from Woodbridge Primary School are stepping up to raise awareness and drive action on protecting the environment through sustainability projects.
Yoga for young lungs
28 May 2025
The student community at Harmony Primary School have united to support a classmate battling chronic lung disease by participating in a Breathe Easy Yoga fundraiser.
WA student tackles success
21 May 2025
A John Curtin College of the Arts student has signed with a top talent agency from the USA to turn his passion for rugby into a promising career.
Truckloads of fun
18 June 2025
A new outdoor play space has been unveiled at Beenyup Primary School, targeting students in early childhood years.
Students kick major goals
19 June 2025
Four students from Como Secondary College have been selected for the prestigious AFL Next Generation Academy – a major milestone that celebrates multiculturalism, strengthens student engagement and reflects the power of sport in shaping futures.
Big win for WorldSkills students
25 June 2025
TeamWA claimed 23 medals at the national 2025 WorldSkills National Championships, including seven from public schools.
Heathridge Garden Gurus making sustainable attainable
26 June 2025
It was all hands-on deck recently when students at Heathridge Primary School begun planting their new Miyawaki pocket forest.
Hockey students test their skills
17 June 2025
Thirty specialist hockey students from Como Secondary College had an incredible chance to show off their talent and skills on a huge international stage.
Nominations open for WA Education Awards 2025
25 July 2025
Nominations are now open for the WA Education Awards 2025, with two new categories set to bring excitement among school communities.
Year 12 talents on display at the Art Gallery
18 July 2025
An exhibition featuring 61 works from 2024 visual arts graduates is currently on display at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.
A Thai-riffic journey ahead
08 July 2025
A Perth Modern School student has been selected to assess his geographical knowledge and skills at an international competition in Bangkok, Thailand this month.
Growing beyond Earth
10 July 2025
Students from Albany Senior High School visited the Western Australian Space Science Education Centre (WASSEC) last month to learn about the viability of plants in space.
Students unite for NAIDOC Week
11 July 2025
Students at Kent Street Senior High School celebrated NAIDOC Week 2025 with engaging activities.
Bunbury students safeguarding future of crabs
22 July 2025
The future now looks bright for Bunbury’s blue swimmer crabs thanks to the diligent work of local science students.
Term 3 important dates
23 July 2025
Term 3 is shaping up to be one filled with fun, recognition and meaningful moments across Western Australian schools. Â
Lesmurdie maths teacher heads to the AFL
19 February 2025
Lesmurdie Senior High School principal Donna Gardiner is looking for a new maths and PE teacher after hers was offered a contract by AFL heavyweight club Essendon on Tuesday.
Teacher and students shine at film festival
02 November 2023
Academy Award winning filmmakers in the near future may be thanking a South West media teacher for her support along the way.
Warwick graduate ready for Oxford
23 October 2023
A Warwick Senior High School graduate is packing his bags for Oxford University after winning the prestigious and highly sought after Rhodes Scholarship.
Ellenbrook hoists shield again
06 January 2025
Ellenbrook Secondary College’s exceptional vocational education and training (VET) program has again been recognised at the 2024 WorldSkills VETiS Regional Competition.