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Budget 2017/2018: Breaking down Gonski 2.0

Budget 2017/2018: Breaking down Gonski 2.0

Find out how Gonksi 2.0 will influence the school sector.

 

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Your child has their ATAR, now what?

Your child has their ATAR, now what?

With the year wrapping up, the wait is almost over for Year 12 results. We address some of the most common parent queries.

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Help your child through their Year 12 exams

Help your child through their Year 12 exams

Give your child the best possible chance to prosper during their Year 12 exams with our helpful advice!

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The parents' guide to casual and part-time jobs

The parents' guide to casual and part-time jobs

If your child is thinking about taking their first step into the workforce, read on as we answer a few common questions.
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The advantages of extracurricular activities

The advantages of extracurricular activities

Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities during their time at school - from sport, music and drama to personal development and community service programs.

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State budget wrap up: New South Wales and Queensland

State budget wrap up: New South Wales and Queensland

After the release of the Federal and Victorian budgets last month, the 2016-17 New South Wales and Queensland state budgets have now been revealed.
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Are you too involved in your child's homework?

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?

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Budget 2016 targets youth unemployment

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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Social media guide for parents in 2014

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.

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Queensland students to receive ATARs from 2019

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).

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The facts about cut-off scores and university entry

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).

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Your child's Year 12 survival checklist

Your child's Year 12 survival checklist

With the new school year upon us, Year 12 students are feeling mixed emotions. We offer some of our best tips to help your child 'survive' Year 12 in one piece.
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Victoria opens two P-Tech schools

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

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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