How SA teacher helps kids with overcoming school anxiety
SA Foundation teacher Lauren Whitbread explains how she helps young new students overcome their anxiety at school.
Australia's Best Teachers
Why teaching made me a better AFL coach: Fagan
Chris Fagan grew up thinking he’d be an apprentice in the local mine until his teacher pointed out his potential. After becoming a teacher, that journey has taken him all the way to the AFL.
Quilty makes an art of thanking his history teacher
Student Joe Quilty wanted to give something special as a thank-you gift to his Year 12 teacher. It had to be unique, it had to be memorable.
‘A better man’: Vic teacher behind Pies star’s big change
AFL footballer Brayden Maynard has told of how one of his favourite teachers at high school changed his life.
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$10K grants: Australia’s young teachers are our new hope
A new generation of young Aussies has given schools a beacon of hope that our nation can change the teaching crisis, as 1000 teaching students have received $10,000 a year scholarships.
‘So thrilled’: Why SA teacher loves her job
Cardijn College Indonesian language teacher Mimi Thorpe reveals why teaching is her “passion” and how her students motivate her to do better.
How Aussie schools can reduce teacher dropout rates
A national body that promotes excellence in teaching and school leadership is calling for experienced educators to coach their peers as a way of developing and retaining inspiring teachers.
PM’s admission: ‘I wasn’t the best but he believed in me’
From student to statesman, PM Anthony Albanese admits he didn’t have an easy ride to leadership. He attributes his success to someone he met at school. See the video.
‘Overlooked’: Teachers deserve better than this
The impact teachers have on students’ education, personal lives and careers cannot be overstated but, sadly, is often overlooked.
Sarah Snook’s ‘special’ message for her drama teacher
Award-winning actor Sarah Snook has revealed in a heartfelt message why she is grateful to her school drama teacher.
Incredible way Aussie kids learn maths and English
Teacher Kate Murphy has revealed how technology has helped her make meaningful connections with students in far-flung corners of Australia — and led to new ways of teaching core subjects.
How Australia can woo ‘amazing teachers’ for our kids
Australia has an obvious stumbling block in getting would-be teachers to make the career switch. And it’s more than what salary they would be paid.
‘Never wanted to be anything else’: Aussie teacher inspires
Imogen McKillop has revealed how receiving an Australia’s Best Teacher nomination gave her joy in the face of personal tragedy.
‘Disharmony, division’: Teachers can help change kids
Schools play an important role in a world with a growing sense of uncertainty. Dr Ed Simons explains why and how teachers can change everything forever.
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