‘Growing the Future’ at Terang College
Will Vangeninden knows giving his students the opportunity to work outside and tackle hands-on activities will not only benefit them, but also the wider community.
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Two decades in ag education
From boiler-maker to engineer and now agriculture teacher, John Wright is giving the next generation all the tools to succeed in Victoria’s Mallee.
New agricultural hub for rural high school
Students at Yea High School will soon have access to an agriculture-dedicated learning space, in a bid to encourage more students to pursue a career in the industry.
School of the Air offering unique opportunities
A student in remote Western Australia, one in Cambodia, and one on a sheep station 130km north of Hay. This is a classroom for School of the Air teacher Kate Murphy.
Statewide teacher-student ratios revealed
The latest student-to-teacher figures for regional Victoria have been revealed. Find out which schools rank the best.
‘Roadhouse schoolhouse’ for student Charli Fulton
From an office at an outback roadhouse, this 11-year-old attends a one-of-a-kind online private school. Here’s a day in her life.
Full list: Australia’s best private and public schools
In-depth analysis of NAPLAN results reveals the nation’s best performing primary and secondary schools in both the private and public sector. See list.
Scotch College principal quits prestigious school
An international search for Scotch College’s next head has begun after principal Tom Batty stepped down, ending a 13-year tenure.
Best uni degrees to get you a job
As the recession rips through the job market, some degrees give students a better chance of finding work. Find out which courses produce graduates who hit the ground running.
Worst universities ranked: Which will get Vic students a job
Students at regional universities in Victoria are more likely to land a job than graduates from prestigious institutions. See the list and how they compare.
Big bucks after uni: Who’s earning more than a lawyer
These are the lucrative degrees attracting Australian students with starting salaries as much as a law graduate – or more. Search the list here.
Shock salaries reveal women paid less than men in first job
Bosses have been branded “unfair” for paying young women less than men in their first job, with a boys’ club bonus. See how your salary compares.
Teachers fear for students as schools need more support
Many teachers are worried about keeping students engaged and achieving good outcomes during home-based learning, as a News Corp campaign calls on governments to issue clear guidance on what resources educators will need back in the classroom.
Public school students to stay home for two days
The Victorian Government has ordered two pupil-free days for public schools to help teachers prepare for distance learning due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s when they’re set to take place.
Regional Victoria’s top NAPLAN schools revealed
One Ballarat school puts in another amazing NAPLAN performance, as revealed in an analysis of results from all schools. See how every regional school performed in 2019.
Laptop ban boosts Year 9 writing
This isolated country school in southwest Victoria made their Year 9 students pack away their laptops during English, and the improvements in writing were phenomenal.
Every school’s 2019 NAPLAN results revealed
A top girls’ school has dominated the latest NAPLAN, taking out the best results in both Victoria’s primary and secondary categories. SEE HOW EVERY SCHOOL PERFORMED.
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