How Melb robotics teacher is changing Year 10 science forever
Michelle Magalona spent more than a decade designing hi-tech computer chips before becoming a teacher – and her students are now benefiting from her real-world experience.
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‘Fled with nothing’: How Vic principal is helping refugee kids
Dandenong Primary School principal Daniel Riley believes the best way to help disadvantaged families is through the education system. Here’s how he is changing lives.
‘It’s a reality check’: Classroom shocks drive teacher dropout rates
Fronting a class of children for the first time can be daunting – and experts say one key change must happen to keep good teachers.
Steering students to the right solution
Mitcham Primary School maths co-ordinator Laura Scriven is on a mission to inspire students and create valuable life skills.
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Vic school principal named in top 50 best teachers list
Sacred Heart principal Matthew Shawcross has moved heaven and earth with his teachers to give kids a second chance at school. He is one of Victoria’s best teachers. See the full list.
Full List: 50 top Aussie teachers revealed
These are just some of the selfless teachers who have been nominated in our Australia’s Best Teacher campaign. See full list.
Sunrise star’s admission about his mum and dad
TV presenter and Olympian Matt Shirvington is used to the limelight — but his parents have more influence than him in many ways.
Northern Beaches teacher named among Australia’s top 50 best
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‘He exudes energy’: SA teacher among nation’s best
Ryan Bubner is the Jimmy Giggle of Hahndorf Primary School, always having a hoot and finding fun ways to teach young students.
‘Making the world better’: Top Qld teacher recognised
When Nyanyiik (Angelina) Chol was named school captain she faced racism and hatred. Now as a teacher, it has spurred her to create a program so kids of all cultures feel like they belong.
Marium Khan’s low income struggles to uni success: ‘Education is not equal for everyone’
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Nominate now: Your chance to celebrate great teachers
The Australia’s Best Teachers campaign is your chance to celebrate that special teacher that made the greatest impact on your life. NOMINATE HERE
‘Transforming’: How Shakespeare is saving our teachers
William Shakespeare is having a dramatic effect on Australia’s teaching crisis, improving retention rates, job satisfaction and overall learning.
‘You’re a superstar’: Most inspiring teachers in Aus get thanks they deserve
From keeping noodle cups in drawers for hungry students, to supporting parents through family tragedies, these teachers go above and beyond. NOMINATE NOW and SEE OUR BEST TEACHERS LIST
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