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13 October 2022

Newton Moore Education Support Centre students are selling woodwork pieces they built at school through their student run retail shop.

02 September 2022

One of the most highly anticipated sporting tournaments in the school calendar kicked off this week after a 2-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

09 October 2023

Corporate Information Services pair, Cassandra Reagan and Carolyn Atkinson, have each claimed national honours at the Records and Information Management Professional Association (RIMPA) Awards.  

17 October 2023

Perth students are bringing joy to local aged care residents through the gift of art.

12 September 2023

No one understands the impact of the WA Massed Choir Festival better than Kate Humphreys.

26 October 2023

A message from the Director General for World Teachers' Day

30 October 2023

A group of Year 9 girls from Belridge Secondary College spent six weeks creating a mural with help from the female empowerment group ‘We Are Womxn’.  

31 October 2023

Sixty more Western Australian public schools face a greener future thanks to funding received as part of the Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund.

09 November 2023

Narrogin Senior High School students in Years 8 to 10 recently squared off against the local law enforcers in a game of hockey. 

14 November 2023

Teams of brilliant students from both Poynter Primary School and Esperance Primary School recently won in their respective categories at the Tournament of Minds International Finals in Melbourne.

16 November 2023

Education support assistant by day, supporting rock legends Coldplay by night. 

21 November 2023

Perth primary school students are winners in a sports competition with a difference.

22 May 2023

An innovative WA program is giving students the chance to launch school projects into space.

25 May 2023

Excitement is building ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, with WA students set to benefit from the spectacular global event on home soil.

07 June 2023

Most people run a mile when they see a spider, but teenager Michael Lun spends hours seeking them out.

16 June 2023

Vasse Primary School students are embracing the school’s latest initiative – Chicken Club.

03 July 2023

A former student and renowned artist, graphic designer and photographer, has returned to her high school to inspire others through a creative workshop.

04 July 2023

Lynwood Senior High School’s Ann Gourley has been honoured with the National Female Football Week CommBank Coach of the Year award.

29 September 2023

Staff and students at South Coogee Primary School have been recognised for their dedication to sustainability and environmental awareness.

03 October 2023

Joshua Lo is only nine years old, but he’s already a published author and illustrator.

04 August 2023

Primary school principals are dedicated leaders who make a remarkable difference to the education and lives of young students and school staff.

07 July 2023

Thought-provoking artworks from some talented recent Year 12 graduates are being showcased in The West Australian Pulse Exhibition.

01 August 2023

Melissa Pettit has been acknowledged for making a difference in her field, honoured with the F A Sharr Award at the library and information week award ceremony.

18 May 2023

Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.

30 November 2023

Four schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to inclusivity as part of a new category in this year’s education awards.

20 November 2023

Four public primary schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their dedication to providing students with the best learning experience.

24 November 2023

Four West Australian public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their approach to leadership across the whole school.

04 December 2023

Today, five public schools were recognised for their excellence in the areas of leadership, disability and inclusion, teaching and learning, and cultural responsiveness.

13 December 2023

Secondary school students from across WA will have the chance to share their views and inform education policy after being appointed to the WA Student Council.

20 December 2023

A Melville Senior High School graduate and budding software engineer has received WA’s highest education honour.

30 August 2023

Students at WA’s education support centres have swapped schoolbooks for stacking shelves and scanning items as part of a supermarket learning program for those with special education needs.

01 September 2023

Inkabee is an 11-year-old on a mission to inspire people.

14 September 2023

The Japanese and Venezuelan soccer teams will be seeing double when Perth twins take to the pitch for a World Cup warm-up tournament.

08 April 2024

Ranford Primary School recently unveiled its latest playground addition – a new shade structure.  

10 April 2024

Creative, thought provoking, and expressive pieces by young WA artists are on display at the State’s most recognised gallery.

17 April 2024

An Australia-first marine program is turning students in the South-West into citizen scientists, empowering them to make an impact through coastline conservation.

18 April 2024

Otto Gibbs, a talented composer and graduate from John Curtin College of the Arts, has been selected for the prestigious 2024 West Australian Symphony Orchestra Composition Project.  

09 May 2024

Students from a Fremantle school have taken out a national prize for their submarine design.

15 May 2024

Students across Western Australia recently showcased their STEM prowess in the exciting Synergy Solar Car Challenge.

21 May 2024

An interactive mobile application designed to help with the sharing of Two-way Science initiatives in the classroom has been launched in Leonora, in WA’s Goldfields.

28 May 2024

A new yarning circle was recently unveiled at South Hedland Primary School, in respect for local Indigenous culture and students.

31 January 2024

While the first day of high school can be daunting, six sets of twins at Kelmscott Senior High School had someone to share the journey with.

02 February 2024

A secondary school has established a bike repair station to promote active lifestyles among the school community and their neighbours.

05 February 2024

West Leederville Primary School students have brightened up a local park with their artistic talents.

19 February 2024

Two WA top-performing Aboriginal public school graduates have been named recipients of the 2023 Rob Riley Memorial Prize.

01 March 2024

As a teacher in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, Donna Buckley’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional education has propelled her into the spotlight as a finalist for the Women of Achievement Award.

08 March 2024

Lee Musumeci, Principal of Challis Community Primary School, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Curtin University.  

14 March 2024

Patricia Konigsberg is a linguist and educator and is a leading advocate for two-way learning.

20 March 2024

Girls from Oz promises to provide programs that are designed to engage and inspire females living in some of the most remote at-risk communities in Australia.

27 March 2024

Lathlain Primary School’s Bike Bus is no regular bus.

03 April 2024

A $75,000 grant is allowing 13 WA public schools to come together and share their interest and love for robotics.

26 August 2024

Students from Melville Senior High School now have a clearer flight path into a career in aviation thanks to a new partnership with Qantas and Flight Training Adelaide.

29 August 2024

West Australian school students with aspirations to become the next generation of medical professionals had the rare and inspiring opportunity this week to hear from the 2024 Australians of the Year.

04 September 2024

The AFL footy finals start this Thursday night, but a Pinjarra high school teacher is already celebrating victory, with a chance for more to come.

06 September 2024

A network of schools located in the Pilbara celebrated its dedicated educators and staff at the annual Karratha Education Network Excellence (KENEx) Awards.

12 September 2024

Geraldton Schools Combined Band can put Sydney Opera House on their performance resume after showcasing their exceptional talent at the Australian International Music Festival in Sydney.

18 March 2024

A Fremantle program coordinator, focussed on achieving stronger academic outcomes for disengaged students, has been awarded the Department’s 2024 Women of Achievement Award.

07 June 2024

Students at a Great Southern primary school are taking a hands-on approach to learning more about the local environment.

10 June 2024

An Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) from a remote Kimberley school has received a Public Service Medal for being a system-wide voice and advocate for Ngarinyin culture.

26 June 2024

A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.

27 June 2024

Rostrata Primary School students and families have dug deep into their wallets and donated winter items to people in need.

28 June 2024

The extraordinary talent of young musicians was on display at the annual Opus concert where audience members were treated to a night of creativity and joy.

28 June 2024

A new category has been added to the Education Awards for 2024 that will allow incredible work and achievements in the wellbeing and learning area to be recognised.

01 July 2024

A student Environment Action Team has taken to the beach in Broome to clean up marine litter with the aim of protecting the ocean.

01 July 2024

A class of innovative Year 12 students have showcased their creativity and craftsmanship by building desk lamps out of recycled wood.

09 July 2024

Award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher, Jill Ansell, has been named a finalist for the Archibald Prize for the second year in a row.

30 September 2024

When Nate, Nazeem, Florence, and Charlee were announced as this year’s Little Telethon Stars, they couldn’t contain their excitement and cheer.

04 October 2024

A former Mount Lawley Senior High School performing arts student has landed a role in a major Hollywood movie starring multi award-winning actor Mark Wahlberg.

08 October 2024

Students from a Waikiki school have taken out a prize for their research project designed to boost the local population of little penguins.

09 October 2024

Margaret River Senior High School has once again dominated the competition, claiming the Champion School Title for the 19th consecutive year in the 2024 Think Mental Health WA School Surfing Titles. Undefeated since 2006, the school’s surfing legacy continues to shine.

21 October 2024

Rockingham Senior High School sets the standard for community engagement with its Try-A-Thon named the most successful Telethon community fundraiser ever.

30 October 2024

Students past and present from one of Perth’s oldest primary schools have come together to celebrate a milestone birthday.

01 November 2024

A Perth educator has been awarded an inaugural scholarship to study a Master of Education Leadership overseas.

13 November 2024

Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre students have been awarded the Alcoa Primary School Award at the Castaways Sculpture Awards which celebrates art created from trash.

23 July 2024

Since 2008, the WA Education Awards has been a highlight of the education calendar.

12 August 2024

Condingup Primary School is one of dozens of schools across Western Australia that are benefiting from a generous $113,000 in grants aimed at encouraging waste management initiatives.

13 August 2024

More than 130 schools will participate in Scitech’s first virtual excursions during this year’s National Science Week to celebrate and learn about this year’s theme: Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability.

14 August 2024

The Paris Olympic Games have come and gone, but the performances of former public school students are still being celebrated across Western Australia.

21 August 2024

Ashdale Secondary College already offers a terrific science-based specialist program through its STEM Institute.

13 April 2023

Perth student robotics stars have been invited to compete against teams from across the world in a robotics championship in Houston, Texas after shining at the national level.

21 April 2023

Comet Bay College will bring Anzac stories to life through a new augmented reality (AR) app to be launched on Anzac Day.

05 May 2023

WA public school students are playing a starring role in the historic King’s Coronation.

15 May 2023

An innovative Scitech program is helping change the way our students think about mathematics.

08 May 2023

The 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge is being boosted by a huge injection of star power.

22 February 2023

Five female finalists who have made outstanding contributions to education have been named in the Department of Education’s Women of Achievement Award.

30 August 2022

The students (and cattle!) of Denmark’s College of Agriculture shone at the recent Beverley Show, with the girls leading the way.

12 September 2022

John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.

15 September 2022

Bull Creek Primary School student Joanne Lee shone at the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, winning the Years 3 to 4 category.

03 June 2021

It’s not every day you get to meet an Olympian, but now the students at Ashburton Drive Primary School are reaching for gold.

05 July 2021

More than 250 primary school students from Perth’s southern suburbs came together to engage in conversations about their science interests.

05 July 2021

Kwinana students have benefitted from a music education program that helps develop life skills and improve academic results.

24 August 2021

Kalbarri District High School students have built a Thank You Board to recognise the local community who helped during the devastation of Tropical Cyclone Seroja.

24 August 2021

Harrisdale Primary School special educational needs students have launched a pen pal program with a local aged care facility.

09 September 2021

Former student and COVID-19 Dr Jesse Li addressed Mount Lawley Senior High School and shared his important life lessons.

15 October 2021

More than 100 Harrisdale Primary School staff participated in the rewarding experience as part of the school development day.

15 December 2021

Hilton Primary School has revitalised its yarning circle to provide a gathering space that serves as an outdoor classroom and an area to sit and connect to country.

03 June 2021

More than 100 West Australian public school students took part in the annual Walk for Reconciliation in Perth to mark the conclusion of National Reconciliation Week.

03 June 2021

Gosnells Primary School hosts WA’s first autism inclusive interschool carnival.

30 March 2022

Two outstanding Aboriginal secondary school graduates have been awarded a prestigious prize for their top performances in Year 12.

03 May 2022

Western Australia’s first qualified female Aboriginal teacher has been honoured at a Perth primary school to ensure her legacy lives on for decades to come.

13 June 2022

A leader in Aboriginal education in WA is among the 992 Australians recognised as part of the 2022 Queen’s Birthday Honours list.

04 July 2022

School students have written a song with a local musician as part of a new program launched to promote the link between music and wellbeing.

15 September 2021

Mount Hawthorn Primary School students’ welcome children from Afghanistan with heartfelt messages.

26 October 2021

District high schools welcome a unique online mentoring opportunity for their students.

26 May 2022

Great Southern students get a head start in future careers.

14 June 2022

Mother and daughter duo introduce Ballardong Noongar language and culture classes at Bruce Rock District High School.

07 July 2022

Sixteen students from Bunbury travelled across Western Australia to take part in a life-changing on-country experience.

05 July 2021

Bullsbrook College students designing shelters using recycled materials that would help animals survive a bushfire.

28 July 2022

Year 5 Manning Primary School student Oliver Newman has won the Phillip Pendal Young Heritage Award, after writing a story about Como’s iconic fish and chip shop.

29 March 2022

Students and staff from The Western Australia College of Agriculture in Harvey and Cunderdin have rallied together to support a farmer affected by devastating fires.

04 August 2022

Northam Senior High School student Joshua Patrick took to the big stage to share his inspiring story and experience as a young carer.

10 September 2021

Alkimos Primary School wins again with hosting the Melbourne Cup Tour for the second time.

25 November 2022

Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.

21 December 2022

Two outstanding WA public school students – one who will study medicine, the other who has plans to set up his own business – have received the state’s peak academic award for their Year 12 achievements.

19 October 2023

Pippa McTaggart from WA’s Midwest made lifetime memories while attending this year’s AFL Grand Final as the 2023 NAB AFL Auskicker of the Year and Captain of Team NAB AFL Auskick.

23 October 2023

Holly, the beloved support dog at Woodvale Secondary College, recently claimed a bronze medal in the Animal Award Winner category at the RSPCA WA Animal Welfare Awards.

23 October 2023

A Warwick Senior High School graduate is packing his bags for Oxford University after winning the prestigious and highly sought after Rhodes Scholarship.

25 October 2023

There were cheers and smiles when the Lynwood Senior High School specialist soccer academy ran a carnival for primary students with special learning needs.

27 October 2023

From bustling metro schools to some of the most isolated communities in the state, public school teachers make a significant impact every day on the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people in Western Australia.

27 October 2023

From remote schools in the Kimberley, to a specialist agricultural college in the Wheatbelt, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2023 have been announced.

31 October 2023

Variety WA is throwing its support behind thousands of Western Australian school children and families through its new 2024 EduKids grants program.

02 November 2023

Academy Award winning filmmakers in the near future may be thanking a South West media teacher for her support along the way.

10 November 2023

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for the exceptional way they prepare students for life beyond school.

07 July 2023

An Aboriginal educator has written a bilingual picture book in Noongar and English to celebrate the beauty of Country and family.

29 March 2023

An English Premier League legend shared his skills with some emerging Lynwood Senior High School soccer stars when he visited the school.

21 July 2023

Years before kicking goals on the world stage, international football superstar Sam Kerr perfected her trademark celebratory backflip on a Perth school oval.

05 December 2023

A north metropolitan school has come out on top at the 2023 WA Mental Health Awards for its exceptional mental health support for staff and students.

29 April 2024

Connor Wright, a Year 11 student from Bunbury High School, has already established himself as a biking champion, but there is no sign of a brake in his career anytime soon.

14 May 2024

A creative arts initiative is helping teach students about a vulnerable cockatoo.

21 May 2024

Students at Comet Bay have been bringing the past back to life, demonstrating their art and technology skills by adding colour to black and white WWI photos.

24 January 2024

Starting high school means big changes for your child. Help your child transition to high school with these tips.

26 February 2024

Across WA, 65 new school psychologists have been welcomed to start 2024, set to support schools to enhance student wellbeing, engagement and achievement.

29 February 2024

A South West primary school has been recognised for its outstanding language students with top placings in a national language competition.

13 March 2024

Students and school staff from across Western Australia continue to support education in Cambodia through the long-running Angkor Project.

15 February 2024

Five finalists have been announced for the Director General’s Women of Achievement Award, who all support education in WA in their own way.

19 March 2024

As 10 West Australian students prepare to head to Singapore for the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour, the opportunity to be a part of the 2025 travelling party has recently opened.

28 March 2024

For more than two decades, the Teacher Flying Squad has been an ongoing source of support for regional schools.

08 March 2024

Four female students passionate about STEM are gearing up to compete in an F1 challenge in Adelaide.

14 February 2024

Graduates from Perth Modern who received an ATAR of 99.95 share their tips for navigating Year 12. Plus, we explain what ATAR is.

27 July 2023

Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.

31 May 2023

The Kimberley Round-up has made a triumphant return after more than 25 years.

08 August 2023

West Australian students have launched out-of-this-world solutions to problems faced by the space industry.

16 August 2023

It’s time to celebrate excellence in our schools again, with nominations open for the WA Education Awards.

18 August 2023

Students got the chance to learn about some fascinating scientific developments as Rostrata Primary School celebrated its third annual STEAM Festival.

25 July 2023

Robots are well known for speeding up manufacturing processes, but the tables were turned when WA secondary students built robots in just three days.

28 August 2023

Dedicated public school education assistants have been recognised on the national stage as finalists in the 2023 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.

29 August 2023

Thousands of students across the country have voted a Perth teacher’s picture book their favourite of the year.

05 September 2023

Move over, Nancy Drew, there are some brilliant young detectives in our midst.

11 September 2023

WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin is in the running to be named WA small training provider of the year at the 2023 WA Training Awards.

18 September 2023

Specialist music students at Kelmscott Senior High School have jammed out at a lunchtime gig with international music stars Voyager.

06 September 2022

A Rockingham sports teacher who created a successful fundraising initiative and champions a rugby league program has taken out a national award.

07 September 2022

A Goldfields teacher had a dream to share her grandmother’s language with the younger generation. So, she wrote a children’s book in Wangkatja to ensure it lives on for years to come.

01 September 2022

For the past two years, Northam Primary School has been on an important cultural journey, connecting with the local Noongar community by learning about the Noongar culture and including it in school programs.

04 April 2023

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back for another year and it’s going to be bigger than ever.

06 April 2023

Kununurra students have removed invasive weeds to rehabilitate a local spring as part of a new program offering On Country education opportunities and pathways to future employment.

24 March 2023

The recycling efforts of WA students played a starring role in one of the most popular artworks at this year’s Sculpture by the Sea.

20 April 2023

A Great Southern primary school has opened a dedicated Noongar community room to offer a space to yarn, connect and build positive relationships.

01 May 2023

An award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher dedicated to sharing her creative talents to re-engage students has been named a finalist for a prestigious art prize.

31 March 2023

The extraordinary origin stories of John Forest Secondary College students have been featured in a new e-book.

05 April 2023

For Ebony Whitney, the Premier’s Anzac Student Tour is a “life-changing” chance to explore her deep interest in history, as well as her family’s legacy.

12 December 2022

Kimberley students are helping monitor turtle populations across the region to develop their science skills and make a real-world impact.

15 March 2023

Community spirit was high this month when a group of young Perth humanitarians came together to raise money for the people of Syria who were devastated by the recent earthquake.

03 March 2023

Three Southwest students passionate about eliminating plastic have introduced a keep cup initiative at their school after seeing a shocking amount of litter on local beaches.

08 March 2023

A Perth principal dedicated to making a difference to the lives of students and their families has been recognised as part of International Women’s Day celebrations.

08 September 2022

Yarning circles, chit-chat cafes and mindfulness activities were some of the many ways Western Australian schools marked R U OK? Day to start meaningful conversations about mental health.

16 March 2023

Members of the inaugural WA Student Council have come together for the first time to set their goals and priorities for 2023.

28 March 2023

Four Western Australian public school graduates have been recognised as future leaders as part of a prestigious scholarship program.

24 August 2021

Bannister Creek Primary School hosted a Paws for a Chat, an event that involved the school community bringing their pets to school for a walk and chat to promote mental health and wellbeing.

10 September 2021

John Triscari, Safety Bay Senior High School Deputy Principal has taken on the role as the head coach of Perth Wheelcats.

11 October 2021

Governor Stirling Senior High School Year 12 student Shannon Walding is among 85 up-and-coming artists to have their talents featured in a selective online collection.

04 November 2021

Harvey students awarded lifesaving bravery gold medallion for a courageous rescue.

04 November 2021

Southern River College students donate to refugee children from Afghanistan.

09 December 2021

The Department of Education Western Australia has been recognised in a prestigious award celebrating excellence in public service.

20 December 2021

A team of Gilmore College students has been invited to compete in Russia after taking out first place in a robot competition.

16 March 2022

A staff member at a primary school in Baldivis has transformed her Aboriginal artwork into wearable polo shirts, bringing First Nations culture into the classroom.

31 May 2022

A Goldfields principal has turned into a fairy godmother for her students after conjuring up ball gowns and suits from public donations across the country.

16 June 2022

Students in WA’s remote North now have the qualifications to pilot drones and prepare for future career opportunities in a range of industries.

15 December 2021

Hampton Senior High School students have learnt trade skills through upcycling and refurbishing old furniture.

28 March 2022

Mandurah Primary School principal, Natasha Upcott has been awarded the Local Legend Award by the Mayor of Mandurah.

06 May 2022

Melville Senior High School student Om Sharma, tops a global writing competition.

25 July 2022

A Year 6 student from Dongara District High School has done her school proud at the national STORYATHON competition.

27 July 2022

Former Thornlie Senior High School head girl Caitlin Parker is gearing up to represent Australia in boxing at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

24 February 2022

The Denmark Senior High School Emergency Services Cadets have made local volunteer firefighters' jobs a little bit easier by keeping their vehicles shipshape.

30 November 2021

Morawa District High School students have created dozens of road safety banners and signs for their community.

30 September 2021

Primary school student and proud Noongar girl Alkira Hansen has taken out a top business award.

23 June 2021

Virtual reality, futuristic animatronics and dancing robots among the awe-inspiring projects on display at the STEM Enterprise Showcase.

11 April 2022

Newborough Primary School recognised the role of animals in World War One with special messages sent by pigeon.

10 August 2022

John Curtin College of the Arts students are leading the way with their First Nations student group called Maali Mia – Home of the Black Swan.

11 August 2022

A group of intrepid Manning Primary School students are volunteering their time to conserve local bushland and help the natural environment thrive.

02 August 2022

Charlotte Golding, from the Warakurna community in the middle of Western Australia’s Gibson Desert, has presented her moving Heywire story in the Ngaanyatjarra language.

15 August 2022

A South West public school has been recognised on a national stage for its outstanding work and support for students.

19 August 2022

Students across Western Australia celebrated National Science Week by taking part in innovative projects that ignited their passion for science.

25 August 2022

Students and staff from the Kimberley showed off their long-distance bike riding skills for their annual Ride for Success Bike Camp.

28 October 2022

Teachers wear a number of hats. They spark those lightbulb moments in the classroom and patch up grazed knees in the playground. Teachers impart knowledge, ignite the imagination, deliver hope, invest in students and nurture young minds.

03 November 2022

Western Australia’s longest serving Aboriginal academic presented to education staff about Aboriginal education in the state.

25 November 2022

A Dreamtime inspired piece of art designed by an Ellenbrook Secondary College student has provided a personal touch of community and culture to the graduating Year 12’s gift to the school.

01 December 2022

A Harrisdale Primary School teacher has led a team of staff members known as the Harrisdale Handlebars on a non-stop 24-hour ride and walk to raise more than $19,000 for Movember.

02 December 2022

Budding scientists from the state’s Southwest have uncovered a bacterial shell disease impacting blue swimmer crabs in Bunbury Harbour.

08 December 2022

Dongara District High School students are celebrating 10 years of growing and selling their own produce through the school Patch to Plate program.

29 May 2023

A renowned Indigenous artist inspired Leeming students to explore culture through a stunning collaborative artwork.