Minnis Journals - Education Today

2 Dec 2019

Why teachers and kids should be moving, breathing and doing mindfulness activities throughout their day

As we hurtle towards a new decade, how do we create classroom environments where nourished teachers nurture students to become capable, creative, critical thinkers while maintaining their mental health and wellbeing? Read More

2 Dec 2019 | SA

Be Active Challenge increases activity

A total of $50,000 has been awarded to 50 schools recognised for their outstanding achievement in this year’s South Australian Premier’s be active Challenge.
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2 Dec 2019 | National

Using indigenous contexts to teach the Australian curriculum: science

Science teachers can access a complete suite of resources from Foundation to Year 10 to support them in integrating the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority into Science subjects. Read More

1 Dec 2019 | National

Provide free school travel for struggling students

Public transport isn’t cheap anymore, even with a concession it is $607 for a full-year student pass. Some families cannot afford a myki, let alone a lump-sum payment, which is currently the cheapest option. Read More

1 Dec 2019 | NSW

Second stop work for Catholic schools staff

Employees at the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools Office (CSO) will engage in a second round of protected industrial action following further restructure announcements by the diocese this week. Read More