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Applications for select-entry schools close on 13 May
Victoria's four selective academic entry government high schools provide a specialised environment for academically talented students in Years 9 to 12.
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Are you too involved in your child's homework?
It's not uncommon for parents to help their kids with homework, but at what point does this become harmful to their learning?
Budget 2016 targets youth unemployment
The 2016-17 Federal Budget reveals a strong focus on getting young people into work, with the $840 million Youth Employment Package.
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What you need to know about academic scholarships
If you're exploring your child's scholarship options, here's what you should keep in mind throughout the process.
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Social media guide for parents in 2014
It's no secret that social media is a popular way for people to communicate - but for parents, it can be hard to keep up with all the latest developments.
Queensland students to receive ATARs from 2019
Queensland Education Minister Kate Jones has revealed details of the state's senior secondary overhaul, with the Overall Position (OP) set to be replaced by the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).
Top Queensland schools in 2015
With the release of the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority's Year 12 Outcomes report, the top-performing schools in Queensland for 2015 have now been revealed.
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The facts about cut-off scores and university entry
As a parent, there's a lot to take in when your child starts Year 12. One of the main sources of concern is your child's final marks (ATAR).
Victoria opens two P-Tech schools
The Pathways in Technology (P-Tech) model is being unveiled in Victorian schools as part of the federal government's innovation and science agenda.
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National youth survey reveals students' concerns beyond school
The results from Mission Australia's annual Youth Survey have been released, with the 2015 report providing a spotlight on students' future work and study plans, as well as their concerns.
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Your state's top schools for 2015
With the release of ATARs and final results in December, the top schools for 2015 have been revealed.
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National curriculum update
Implementation of the Australian Curriculum has continued in 2015, with all states and territories now teaching the national syllabus for English, Mathematics and Science from Foundation to Year 10.
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What is 'enterprise education'?
You may have heard the term 'enterprise education'. We explain what it is, how it's used in schools and why it's important.
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How is Australia dealing with the STEM crisis?
With low uptake of science and mathematics subjects by school students and dwindling interest in related tertiary courses, there's much to be done to raise the appeal of STEM disciplines.
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Government puts university fee deregulation on hold
If your child is looking at their post-school study options, you may be concerned about the higher education reforms introduced in last year's Federal Budget - primarily the proposed deregulation of university fees.
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