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Gold medal for brave sea rescue
04 November 2021
Harvey students awarded lifesaving bravery gold medallion for a courageous rescue.
Students’ heartfelt welcome gesture
04 November 2021
Southern River College students donate to refugee children from Afghanistan.
Prestigious award for excellent service
09 December 2021
The Department of Education Western Australia has been recognised in a prestigious award celebrating excellence in public service.
Gold for Gilmore Gigabytes
20 December 2021
A team of Gilmore College students has been invited to compete in Russia after taking out first place in a robot competition.
Aboriginal artwork shines on shirts
16 March 2022
A staff member at a primary school in Baldivis has transformed her Aboriginal artwork into wearable polo shirts, bringing First Nations culture into the classroom.
Community generosity leads to magical night
31 May 2022
A Goldfields principal has turned into a fairy godmother for her students after conjuring up ball gowns and suits from public donations across the country.
Derby students take to the sky
16 June 2022
Students in WA’s remote North now have the qualifications to pilot drones and prepare for future career opportunities in a range of industries.
Sustainability through upcycling
15 December 2021
Hampton Senior High School students have learnt trade skills through upcycling and refurbishing old furniture.
Community recognition for local teacher
28 March 2022
Mandurah Primary School principal, Natasha Upcott has been awarded the Local Legend Award by the Mayor of Mandurah.
International Writing Winner
06 May 2022
Melville Senior High School student Om Sharma, tops a global writing competition.
Star storyteller at Dongara DHS
25 July 2022
A Year 6 student from Dongara District High School has done her school proud at the national STORYATHON competition.
From Thornlie SHS to the Commonwealth Games
27 July 2022
Former Thornlie Senior High School head girl Caitlin Parker is gearing up to represent Australia in boxing at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Hats off to teachers
28 October 2022
Teachers wear a number of hats. They spark those lightbulb moments in the classroom and patch up grazed knees in the playground. Teachers impart knowledge, ignite the imagination, deliver hope,...
Lessons on culture and language
03 November 2022
Western Australia’s longest serving Aboriginal academic presented to education staff about Aboriginal education in the state.
Graduation gift of art and culture
25 November 2022
A Dreamtime inspired piece of art designed by an Ellenbrook Secondary College student has provided a personal touch of community and culture to the graduating Year 12’s gift to the school.
Harrisdale Handlebars support Movember
01 December 2022
A Harrisdale Primary School teacher has led a team of staff members known as the Harrisdale Handlebars on a non-stop 24-hour ride and walk to raise more than $19,000 for Movember.
Green thumbs thrive through Patch to Plate
08 December 2022
Dongara District High School students are celebrating 10 years of growing and selling their own produce through the school Patch to Plate program.
Students preserve Kimberley turtle populations
12 December 2022
Kimberley students are helping monitor turtle populations across the region to develop their science skills and make a real-world impact.
A helping hand
15 March 2023
Community spirit was high this month when a group of young Perth humanitarians came together to raise money for the people of Syria who were devastated by the recent earthquake.
Keep cups keep litter away
03 March 2023
Three Southwest students passionate about eliminating plastic have introduced a keep cup initiative at their school after seeing a shocking amount of litter on local beaches.
Lee shines in women’s day award
08 March 2023
A Perth principal dedicated to making a difference to the lives of students and their families has been recognised as part of International Women’s Day celebrations.
A conversation could save a life
08 September 2022
Yarning circles, chit-chat cafes and mindfulness activities were some of the many ways Western Australian schools marked R U OK? Day to start meaningful conversations about mental health.
Student Council sets 2023 goals
16 March 2023
Members of the inaugural WA Student Council have come together for the first time to set their goals and priorities for 2023.
Public school graduates win scholarships
28 March 2023
Four Western Australian public school graduates have been recognised as future leaders as part of a prestigious scholarship program.
Sharing origin stories
31 March 2023
The extraordinary origin stories of John Forest Secondary College students have been featured in a new e-book.
Family ties drive student Anzac tour
05 April 2023
For Ebony Whitney, the Premier’s Anzac Student Tour is a “life-changing” chance to explore her deep interest in history, as well as her family’s legacy.
Premier's Reading Challenge 2023 set to launch
04 April 2023
The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back for another year and it’s going to be bigger than ever.
Budding rangers at work
06 April 2023
Kununurra students have removed invasive weeds to rehabilitate a local spring as part of a new program offering On Country education opportunities and pathways to future employment.
Kids choose recycling
24 March 2023
The recycling efforts of WA students played a starring role in one of the most popular artworks at this year’s Sculpture by the Sea.
A place to meet and connect
20 April 2023
A Great Southern primary school has opened a dedicated Noongar community room to offer a space to yarn, connect and build positive relationships.
Perth art teacher Archibald Prize finalist
01 May 2023
An award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher dedicated to sharing her creative talents to re-engage students has been named a finalist for a prestigious art prize.
Exploring culture through art
29 May 2023
A renowned Indigenous artist inspired Leeming students to explore culture through a stunning collaborative artwork.
Award-winning Karratha initiative
30 May 2023
The Karratha Education Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to education in the Pilbara.
Tambrey on Track
06 June 2023
A Karratha Aboriginal educator is using her experience as a marathon runner to teach young female Indigenous students about fitness, health and wellbeing.
Competition inspires young innovators
13 June 2023
Primary school students got the chance to tackle challenging real-world scenarios as part of a dynamic interschool STEM competition.
Abi’s best yarn inspires peers
21 June 2023
A talented WA student could be the next winner of the Best Australian Yarn Short Story Competition.
All-rounder hits goals for six
22 June 2023
Kent Street Senior High School student Chloe Ainsworth has won a cricketing opportunity of a lifetime.
Music sparks joy
27 June 2023
A brass ensemble, a wind orchestra and moving vocal performances were among the standout moments at the annual Opus concert where guests enjoyed the incredible power of music and song.
Voyager takes students on journey towards stardom
18 September 2023
Specialist music students at Kelmscott Senior High School have jammed out at a lunchtime gig with international music stars Voyager.
From Midwest farm to AFL Grand Final
19 October 2023
Pippa McTaggart from WA’s Midwest made lifetime memories while attending this year’s AFL Grand Final as the 2023 NAB AFL Auskicker of the Year and Captain of Team NAB AFL Auskick.
Paw-fect companion
23 October 2023
Holly, the beloved support dog at Woodvale Secondary College, recently claimed a bronze medal in the Animal Award Winner category at the RSPCA WA Animal Welfare Awards.
Soccer superstars
25 October 2023
There were cheers and smiles when the Lynwood Senior High School specialist soccer academy ran a carnival for primary students with special learning needs.
The classroom and beyond
27 October 2023
From bustling metro schools to some of the most isolated communities in the state, public school teachers make a significant impact every day on the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people...
Cadets help out local volunteer firefighters
24 February 2022
The Denmark Senior High School Emergency Services Cadets have made local volunteer firefighters' jobs a little bit easier by keeping their vehicles shipshape.
Students make road safety banners for the community
30 November 2021
Morawa District High School students have created dozens of road safety banners and signs for their community.
Award for Alkira’s designs
30 September 2021
Primary school student and proud Noongar girl Alkira Hansen has taken out a top business award.
Enterprising innovation at showcase
23 June 2021
Virtual reality, futuristic animatronics and dancing robots among the awe-inspiring projects on display at the STEM Enterprise Showcase.
Anzac Day animals
11 April 2022
Newborough Primary School recognised the role of animals in World War One with special messages sent by pigeon.
First Nations students leading the way
10 August 2022
John Curtin College of the Arts students are leading the way with their First Nations student group called Maali Mia – Home of the Black Swan.
Manning River Rangers to the Rescue
11 August 2022
A group of intrepid Manning Primary School students are volunteering their time to conserve local bushland and help the natural environment thrive.
Ngaanyatjarra Lands inspire Heywire winner
02 August 2022
Charlotte Golding, from the Warakurna community in the middle of Western Australia’s Gibson Desert, has presented her moving Heywire story in the Ngaanyatjarra language.
WA school recognised on national stage
15 August 2022
A South West public school has been recognised on a national stage for its outstanding work and support for students.
Schools’ spectacular science celebrations
19 August 2022
Students across Western Australia celebrated National Science Week by taking part in innovative projects that ignited their passion for science.
Long-distance journey for avid student bike riders
25 August 2022
Students and staff from the Kimberley showed off their long-distance bike riding skills for their annual Ride for Success Bike Camp.
Award for fundraising sports superstar
06 September 2022
A Rockingham sports teacher who created a successful fundraising initiative and champions a rugby league program has taken out a national award.
Sharing Wangkatja language
07 September 2022
A Goldfields teacher had a dream to share her grandmother’s language with the younger generation. So, she wrote a children’s book in Wangkatja to ensure it lives on for years to come.
Northam’s Noongar Journey
01 September 2022
For the past two years, Northam Primary School has been on an important cultural journey, connecting with the local Noongar community by learning about the Noongar culture and including it in...
The beauty of Country and family
07 July 2023
An Aboriginal educator has written a bilingual picture book in Noongar and English to celebrate the beauty of Country and family.
Premier League king spurs on Lynwood goals
29 March 2023
An English Premier League legend shared his skills with some emerging Lynwood Senior High School soccer stars when he visited the school.
You can’t take the Samson out of Sam
21 July 2023
Years before kicking goals on the world stage, international football superstar Sam Kerr perfected her trademark celebratory backflip on a Perth school oval.
Students trade in their classroom for national championships
27 July 2023
Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.
Kimberley Round-up returns
31 May 2023
The Kimberley Round-up has made a triumphant return after more than 25 years.
Gold star space projects
08 August 2023
West Australian students have launched out-of-this-world solutions to problems faced by the space industry.
WA Education Awards nominations open
16 August 2023
It’s time to celebrate excellence in our schools again, with nominations open for the WA Education Awards.
Full STEAM ahead for Science Week
18 August 2023
Students got the chance to learn about some fascinating scientific developments as Rostrata Primary School celebrated its third annual STEAM Festival.
Speedy robotics workshop
25 July 2023
Robots are well known for speeding up manufacturing processes, but the tables were turned when WA secondary students built robots in just three days.
Education assistants in the spotlight
28 August 2023
Dedicated public school education assistants have been recognised on the national stage as finalists in the 2023 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Pick of the bunch
29 August 2023
Thousands of students across the country have voted a Perth teacher’s picture book their favourite of the year.
Case closed on Cluedunnit Kids 2023
05 September 2023
Move over, Nancy Drew, there are some brilliant young detectives in our midst.
College recognised for training excellence
11 September 2023
WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin is in the running to be named WA small training provider of the year at the 2023 WA Training Awards.
WA Education Awards a step closer
27 October 2023
From remote schools in the Kimberley, to a specialist agricultural college in the Wheatbelt, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2023 have been announced.
Variety providing aid to students and families in need
31 October 2023
Variety WA is throwing its support behind thousands of Western Australian school children and families through its new 2024 EduKids grants program.
WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in teaching and learning (secondary)
10 November 2023
Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for the exceptional way they prepare students for life beyond school.
School shines at Mental Health awards
05 December 2023
A north metropolitan school has come out on top at the 2023 WA Mental Health Awards for its exceptional mental health support for staff and students.
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.