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Easing the transition into high school

Easing the transition into high school

Moving from primary school to high school is a big change and it can be a challenge to most kids. 

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The benefits of a good night's sleep

The benefits of a good night's sleep

Sleep is a crucial and often underappreciated part of a student’s lives, from primary school through to senior secondary.

 

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Does homework still make sense?

Does homework still make sense?

Some experts insist that it simply stresses students and their families, but others believe homework that is relevant, age-appropriate and engaging can instil good habits and enhance learning.

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Student Stories: Rebekah's experience with boarding life at PLC

Student Stories: Rebekah's experience with boarding life at PLC

Rebekah in Year 12 has embraced all that boarding life has to offer at Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC) as she prepares for her final year at the College. 

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Viewbank College’s STEAM Futures Conference

Viewbank College’s STEAM Futures Conference

Viewbank College in Melbourne’s north-east held its inaugural STEAM Futures Conference on 23 August — a full-day event that saw educators, academics and industry experts from Victoria gather to participate in workshops, networking and ideas

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Is mental health taken seriously in schools?

Is mental health taken seriously in schools?

Mental health is a serious issue in Australian schools, and it shouldn't be ignored.

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Teaching kids life skills

Teaching kids life skills

While academics are important, teaching children useful life skills could potentially help them get around in the future.

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IB at Preshil

IB at Preshil

Preshil is an exclusively IB school which delivers progressive International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes (MYP and DP respectively) in the Secondary School, and holds candidacy* for the Primary Years Programme (PYP). 

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Should the ATAR stay or go?

Should the ATAR stay or go?

The ATAR remains a contentious topic among parents, teachers and universities.

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Does my ATAR really matter?

Does my ATAR really matter?

For Year 12s from all around Australia, the nervewracking wait for ATAR scores is finally over. 

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Pros and cons of homework

Pros and cons of homework

Where do you stand on homework?

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Is it time for a nationwide school uniform policy?

Is it time for a nationwide school uniform policy?

There has been a push for national reform as more schools begin to challenge 'outdated' uniform policies. 

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How does academic performance in Melbourne compare with regional Victoria?

How does academic performance in Melbourne compare with regional Victoria?

Comparing the best rural and metropolitan schools in Victoria based on median study scores.

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What do 2018 NAPLAN results tell us?

What do 2018 NAPLAN results tell us?

The latest data from NAPLAN has landed, with one state achieving some record-breaking results.

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What are the advantages of gamification in education?

What are the advantages of gamification in education?

There are a diverse range of benefits associated with gamified learning. 

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