Ex-SA premier’s pitch for early years education in the NT
A former South Australian premier with a passion for childhood development has (successfully) put early years education on the NT’s election agenda.
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How schools can ‘turn the tide’ of Alice Springs crime
Increasing accessibility to early education in Alice Springs – and the rest of the NT – will be key to preventing long-term law and order issues, an expert says. Here’s how the Territory’s learning leaders responded.
Robots not the answer to teacher shortages, but AI relieves workloads
AI could be a useful tool to alleviate teachers’ workloads during a critical staff shortage, but an expert says the technology must be balanced with ‘humanity’.
‘Filthy, dusty, dirty’: Housing, salary boosts fail to recruit remote teachers
A remote educator has outlined why the NT’s housing crisis and limited incentives are failing to put a dent in the Territory teacher shortage.
CLP attacks location of future Darwin youth hub
A youth hub promising arts, music and sports after-school and holiday programs is under threat, with the CLP challenging its proposed location.
Bush schools left behind in upgrades despite record budget
Even though most of the Territory’s schools are in the bush, remote schools are only getting a 10 per cent share of the Education Department’s maintenance budget.
How your child benefits from the government’s cash splash
The NT government has handed down its latest budget with a record-breaking purse for education. Here’s how your child benefits.
Nation’s happiest giraffe turns focus to First Nations health
Healthy Harold has launched a new ‘culturally appropriate’ program for the Territory’s Indigenous students. Here’s why it’s important.
Territory’s student management lags behind nation
A NT tech overhaul for education administration is about to make teachers’ lives easier. Here’s how.
Student vows to spotlight NT education issues on national stage
A Top End student has obtained a prestigious role in a national council, where she plans to put a spotlight on the Territory’s education shortfalls.
Childcare safety reforms slammed as too expensive by CLP
A move to boost child safety has been met with CLP criticism, saying the safety reforms are too expensive for NT families.
Surprise bonus in education budget to build classrooms
The NT’s education union leader has praised a surprise bonus in this year’s budget, with high hopes the extra cash will be used to build and upgrade classrooms.
‘Recognition they deserve’: How to vote for NT’s top teacher
Recognising the hard work and challenges faced by NT educators is key to retaining top teachers and bolster their mental health. Here’s how you can support your favourite teacher.
Attendance and agency: New principal’s plans for outback school
An outback school’s new principal is planning to boost attendance and student agency. Here’s how.
‘Every day is entertaining’: Small biz whiz’s shift to teaching
One of Alice Springs’ newest educators has shared his journey from small business owner to maths teacher, plugging one of many vacancies in the Territory.
Roadhouse school: Online class brings new challenges to the outback
A family’s outback adventure in the NT almost went belly-up when they struggled to find a challenging school for their daughter, but an online class means they can put roots down.
MLA denies refusing to supply school with Aboriginal flag
A CLP member says accusations that she refused to supply a school with an Aboriginal flag are ‘petty political games’.
Private schools left behind in billion-dollar education boost
The Territory remains the only jurisdiction with an underfunded private education sector despite a historic boost to the public school system.
Assaults, threats: Two in three principals targeted in NT schools
Two in three NT principals were victims of threats or assault in 2023, with a local education leader sounding the call for help before an “exodus” within the profession occurs. Read the report.
Harsher anti-vaping laws to target school-based health crisis
A letter to NT principals has outlined a three-pronged approach to curbing vaping in schools, including harsher laws and penalties.
Principal resigns after just one year in NT high school
The principal of a remote NT high school has resigned after just 12 months at the helm.
School locked down after 13y.o. jumps fence, assaults four students
A Top End school has been locked down after an “unknown minor” aged 13 jumped the fence at recess and physically assaulted four students. The principal has issued a statement.
Tiny shop, big dreams: NT’s first Mini Woolies opens at Top End school
A tiny grocer has breathed new life into one Darwin school’s dreams, with students excited to get a hands-on learning experience.
Educational ‘gatekeeping’ to end if specialist schools close, OT says
An inclusive education researcher says designing a new, inclusive school system – and removing the dual mainstream-specialist structure – will bring educational ‘gatekeeping’ to its knees.
’Glow in the dark’: Billion-dollar boost to re-engage kids with school
A billion-dollar agreement will fully fund public schools for the first time in the Territory’s history. Here’s what it means.
Degree of difficulty ‘good for students’
Students should be prepared to pick subjects they find challenging — because life is a challenge — and the skills they develop to cope will serve them longterm, says career mentor Michelle Gibbings.
Should your child start school early?
It’s the question many parents find themselves confronting: should they start their child at school early or hold them back? Now, we may finally have an answer, with one path showing increased confidence, resilience and a tendency towards economic success.
Four skills to master before school
Don’t be thrown by other parents boasting of their preschooler’s precocious abilities, these are the four key skills your child needs to have before school.
How to choose Year 12 subjects
Picking “easy” subjects in the hope of an high ATAR or keeping options open with a broad range of subjects could backfire on students, a career expert warns.
Learning instruments should be fun, not torture
Teachers have been sending children home with recorders for decades in the hope that it will get them interested in music. But for parents, it can feel like more pain than it’s worth.
Why schoolkids are rejecting Shakespeare
A poll has found students don’t consider Shakespeare’s works relevant. Which begs the question: should they be dropped from the Australian school curriculum? VOTE, HAVE YOUR SAY
Five ways to get an edge after uni
University graduates need to find ways to stand out from the crowd as they move into the job market — and it can be as simple as saying “yes”.
How to pick the right school for your child
Location, values and affordability — there are many factors to weigh up when trying to find the appropriate school for your child. Parenting expert Dr Judith Locke shares her tips to help you make the ideal choice.
High school survival guide for parents
Nerves, new uniforms and “nude lunches” – starting Year 7 is a steep learning curve, and that’s just for the parents. Here are our top tips for how to make the transition easier for you and your child.
Young Australians struggling with loneliness
Almost half of young people feel like they sometimes or always have no one to turn to, but in situations like starting uni it’s important to know they are not alone — and how to reach out.
Survival guide for Year 12 exam study
Hit the books without hitting the wall, with expert advice on planning your study, combating stress and staying focused on your learning and goals.
Parents hijacking school phone bans
Pushy parents who demand around-the-clock access to their children have found a “ridiculous” way to get around school phone bans.
Brain food: What Year 12s should be eating
The right food can help students make the most of their prep for final exams — and sugary snacks don’t cut it. Here’s the dietitians’ guide to successful study and what to eat on the day of a test.
Careful steps needed on teen career path
Parents can have a strong influence on high school pupils’ study and career plans, but it’s not as easy as encouraging them to “follow their dreams”.
10 questions to ask your child’s teacher
If your experience of parent teacher interviews is akin to a stressful speed date you could be missing out on important information about your child. Here’s how to find out everything you really need to know.
Why you shouldn’t teach your child to read
Parents who want to help their children to read and foster a lifelong love of books need to forget about teaching and instead focus on fun and family time, say experts.
How parents let down high school students
It might feel like you’re helping, but there’s a common trap parents are falling into that Australian researchers say is a “barrier to success”.
How our schools are failing kids
Schools are failing to prepare Australian students for university and the jobs of the future as literacy and numeracy skills face “sharp falls”, the Productivity Commission has found.
Could you face going back to school?
The other students are half your age and you haven’t opened a text book in forever. Think you could brave going back to the world of study years after you finish high school? Here’s advice from those who’ve successfully managed it.
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