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Connecting through art
17 October 2023
Perth students are bringing joy to local aged care residents through the gift of art.
Festival’s mass appeal
12 September 2023
No one understands the impact of the WA Massed Choir Festival better than Kate Humphreys.
A tale of two teachers
26 October 2023
A message from the Director General for World Teachers' Day
Empowering woman, one mural at a time
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’. Â
A bright future for clean energy in schools
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.
Double the fun for day one
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.
Wheelie good idea
02 February 2024
A secondary school has established a bike repair station to promote active lifestyles among the school community and their neighbours.
Students make their mark
05 February 2024
West Leederville Primary School students have brightened up a local park with their artistic talents.
Rob Riley prize winners announced
19 February 2024
Two WA top-performing Aboriginal public school graduates have been named recipients of the 2023 Rob Riley Memorial Prize.
Creative STEM teacher recognised
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.
Curtin uni awards principal with honorary doctorate
08 March 2024
Lee Musumeci, Principal of Challis Community Primary School, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Curtin University. Â
Pioneering two-way language initiatives recognised
14 March 2024
Patricia Konigsberg is a linguist and educator and is a leading advocate for two-way learning.
From remote regions to Government House, with Girls from Oz
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.
Where we’re going, we don’t need four wheels
27 March 2024
Lathlain Primary School’s Bike Bus is no regular bus.
Wired together, students unite in robotic adventures
03 April 2024
A $75,000 grant is allowing 13 WA public schools to come together and share their interest and love for robotics.
Throwing shade on the playground
08 April 2024
Ranford Primary School recently unveiled its latest playground addition – a new shade structure. Â
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.
Narrogin hockey showdown
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.Â
It’s all in their minds
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.
Performance of a lifetime
16 November 2023
Education support assistant by day, supporting rock legends Coldplay by night.Â
Just Dance to victory
21 November 2023
Perth primary school students are winners in a sports competition with a difference.
For the record, we’re excellentÂ
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. Â
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.
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.
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.
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.
Students share woodwork with local community
13 October 2022
Newton Moore Education Support Centre students are selling woodwork pieces they built at school through their student run retail shop.
Sports galore as Country Week returns
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.
Two-way Science conference
25 November 2022
Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.
Public school students best in WA
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.
Unleash the passion
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.
Students share science studies
05 July 2021
More than 250 primary school students from Perth’s southern suburbs came together to engage in conversations about their science interests.
Top notes for music program
05 July 2021
Kwinana students have benefitted from a music education program that helps develop life skills and improve academic results.
Sun shines after the storm
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.
Social skills for life
24 August 2021
Harrisdale Primary School special educational needs students have launched a pen pal program with a local aged care facility.
Doctor administers life lessons
09 September 2021
Former student and COVID-19 Dr Jesse Li addressed Mount Lawley Senior High School and shared his important life lessons.
School staff give back to community
15 October 2021
More than 100 Harrisdale Primary School staff participated in the rewarding experience as part of the school development day.
New life for yarning circle
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.
Walk with us
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.
Sports galore, but we're not keeping score.
03 June 2021
Gosnells Primary School hosts WA’s first autism inclusive interschool carnival.
Winners of the Rob Riley Memorial Prize announced
30 March 2022
Two outstanding Aboriginal secondary school graduates have been awarded a prestigious prize for their top performances in Year 12.
Recognition for pathfinding Aboriginal educator
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.
Aboriginal education leader honoured
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.
Drumming up positivity
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.
Students send heartfelt messages
15 September 2021
Mount Hawthorn Primary School students’ welcome children from Afghanistan with heartfelt messages.
Regional students make connections
26 October 2021
District high schools welcome a unique online mentoring opportunity for their students.
Head start for students’ futures
26 May 2022
Great Southern students get a head start in future careers.
Family paves the way for Aboriginal education
14 June 2022
Mother and daughter duo introduce Ballardong Noongar language and culture classes at Bruce Rock District High School.
On-country experience of a lifetime
07 July 2022
Sixteen students from Bunbury travelled across Western Australia to take part in a life-changing on-country experience.
Students design fire shelters for animals
05 July 2021
Bullsbrook College students designing shelters using recycled materials that would help animals survive a bushfire.
Iconic Fish ‘n’ Chip Shop Takes Centre Stage
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.
Ag students help out farmer
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.
Taking to the TEDx stage
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.
Students win with equine therapy
10 September 2021
Alkimos Primary School wins again with hosting the Melbourne Cup Tour for the second time.
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.