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Young Carnaby author on the rise
03 October 2023
Joshua Lo is only nine years old, but he’s already a published author and illustrator.
Celebrating primary school principals
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.
Emerging perspectives from Year 12 artists
07 July 2023
Thought-provoking artworks from some talented recent Year 12 graduates are being showcased in The West Australian Pulse Exhibition.
Passionate librarian recognised
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.
Celebrating our volunteers
18 May 2023
Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.
The 2024 Women of Achievement Award winner is…
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.
Classroom to creek
07 June 2024
Students at a Great Southern primary school are taking a hands-on approach to learning more about the local environment.
Remote Kimberley educator awarded Public Service Medal
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.
Footy and fellowship
26 June 2024
A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.
Sharing the warmth this winter
27 June 2024
Rostrata Primary School students and families have dug deep into their wallets and donated winter items to people in need.
Musical magic
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.
New category for 2024 WA Education Awards
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.
Clean up on aisle nature
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.
Student-made lamps shine bright
01 July 2024
A class of innovative Year 12 students have showcased their creativity and craftsmanship by building desk lamps out of recycled wood.
Art teacher is Archibald finalist again
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.
WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in disability and inclusion
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.
WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in teaching and learning (primary)
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.
WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in school leadership
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.
The winners of the WA Education Awards for 2023 are…
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.
Future leaders appointed
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.
Future software engineer wins Beazley Medal
20 December 2023
A Melville Senior High School graduate and budding software engineer has received WA’s highest education honour.
Robotics success on the big stage
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.
Immersive high-tech Anzac app
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.
Bunbury students shine in King's coronation concert
05 May 2023
WA public school students are playing a starring role in the historic King’s Coronation.
Shining a light on maths
15 May 2023
An innovative Scitech program is helping change the way our students think about mathematics.
Star-studded cheer squad supports challenge
08 May 2023
The 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge is being boosted by a huge injection of star power.
Outstanding women recognised
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.
WA College of Agriculture best in show
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.
Student shellfish researchers
12 September 2022
John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.
Bull Creek’s spelling superstar
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.