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Union sounds alarm over ‘unqualified’ teachers in WA public schools

Union sounds alarm over ‘unqualified’ teachers in WA public schools

The State School Teachers’ Union WA revealed new data on Wednesday showing a significant number of teachers in front of classes for the beginning of the new school year were yet to finish their training. 

  • by Holly Thompson

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How to trim those hefty back-to-school costs
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Analysis

How to trim those hefty back-to-school costs

The new school year can be stressful for families, particularly those who are already feeling the cost-of-living pinch.

  • by John Collett
Nerves, joy and a few tears as preps start their schooling journey

Nerves, joy and a few tears as preps start their schooling journey

The preps of St Augustine’s Primary in Keilor were first through the gates on Monday morning, with a throng of excited family members there to capture the moment.

  • by Adam Carey
Six sets of tricky twins to keep teachers on their toes

Six sets of tricky twins to keep teachers on their toes

Six sets of twins with some tricks up their sleeves will descend on Melba College to begin year 7, among the 155,000 Victorian students starting their school year.

  • by Nicole Precel
‘That’s when bullying starts’: Back-to-school costs force families to opt for cheaper uniforms and subjects

‘That’s when bullying starts’: Back-to-school costs force families to opt for cheaper uniforms and subjects

There has been an increase in welfare applications from low-income families struggling to afford school supplies.

  • by Nicole Precel
Officeworks boss welcomes ‘normal’ back-to-school despite price pressures

Officeworks boss welcomes ‘normal’ back-to-school despite price pressures

Kids are gearing up for a new year of in-person learning and all the tools that go with it – but retailers know the price must be right.

  • by Emma Koehn
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How to do back-to-school on a budget this year
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How to do back-to-school on a budget this year

Second hand devices, hand-me-downs and retailers chasing parents’ back-to-school spend – the many ways to save as kids return to the classroom.

  • by Joel Gibson
Phonics switch not in the bag for Victoria yet despite national curriculum push
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Phonics switch not in the bag for Victoria yet despite national curriculum push

The new national curriculum should be a cue to Victoria to shift its approach to literacy, but it is unclear whether the state is prepared to change.

  • by Adam Carey
Schools hope for best but some left waiting for RATs as students return

Schools hope for best but some left waiting for RATs as students return

There was a feeling of euphoria at the school gates of Chatham Primary on Monday morning, at least among parents, principal Chris Cotching said. 

  • by Adam Carey
Teachers given new booster jab deadline as retirees return to school
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Teachers given new booster jab deadline as retirees return to school

Teachers have been given a hard deadline of March 15 to be boosted against COVID-19, as hundreds of retirees sign up to replace teachers forced into isolation.

  • by Adam Carey
Kids keen to shrug off two frustrating years and return to classroom

Kids keen to shrug off two frustrating years and return to classroom

Returning students want to prioritise their mental health and hope for a year of uninterrupted face-to-face leaning after two years in and out of lockdown.

  • by Adam Carey and Nicole Precel

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