First Nations students studying at boarding schools will once more be able to access schooling and boarding funds that were discontinued in this year's budget. The Indigenous Boarding Providers Grants Program was initiated in 2023 with $21.6m, an amount that was ...
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Three programs help address gender-based violence, new respectful relations curriculum for Vic
Three projects that teach school-aged boys about healthy masculinity and positive relationships will share $3.5m in federal funding to deliver programs in schools in an effort to quash harmful attitudes developing towards gender at an early age. A ministerial statement ...
More »How we can boost Indigenous student completion
A new guidebook has been released to help support First Nations students succeed in their educational journeys. The guidebook has been designed to assist lecturers to increase both the retention and completion of First Nations students in their courses, through ...
More »School’s ‘skirts only’ uniform policy holds up in court
A female Queensland high school student who wore pants to school has failed in a discrimination complaint over being forced to wear skirts to formal events. The family, student and school involved cannot be identified for legal reasons, with the ...
More »Relationships are key to reducing bullying in schools
Schools play a crucial role in reducing bullying by creating environments where students feel safe, supported, and empowered.
More »Where we’re at with consent and respectful relationships education
A youth-led not-for-profit is leading efforts to increase consent education for teenagers, a goal federal and state governments set aside funds to achieve in this year's budgets. Consent Labs has connected with over 80,000 high school students, tertiary students, parents ...
More »Extra $40m for teacher’s aides in Queensland
Premier Steven Miles announced an extra $40m to boost teacher aid hours on his first day of the Queensland election campaign. The Courier Mail is putting questions submitted by readers to the leaders of each campaign until voters go to ...
More »Reducing child abuse starts with educating kids about bodily autonomy: Opinion
From the time my daughter could talk, I taught her the words, ‘my body, my choice’. I used these words for simple things like choosing her own outfit, but I knew it had broader ramifications as well. This concept made ...
More »‘I don’t believe I would have gotten into university’: how early entry schemes help Year 12 students experiencing disadvantage
During September, many Australian universities start making early offers to Year 12 students for a place next year. This is ahead of the main rounds of offers, due in January. These early entry schemes have been around for many years. ...
More »What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start
Parents sometimes ask: what’s the point of drama class? Many want their children to choose elective subjects, especially in Year 12, that parents think will help them get into university and establish a career. This is despite the fact work ...
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