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November 17, 2023

Does Your School Have an Inclusive Communication Plan?

Is your school's communication strategy inclusive? And what does that actually mean for schools? It means that information coming home from school is easy to find, easy to understand and easy to use. While this is a valuable mantra to…

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November 6, 2023

The Myth of the Magic Bullet – A plain English guide to help you navigate school tech

As in all offices and industries, your school office is likely to use different tech tools to do different jobs. That makes sense and reflects the reality of how we use tech in our daily lives too. We have loads…

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October 20, 2023

Is Your Emergency Communication Plan up to Date?

You don’t need us to tell you that managing school communication in a crisis is as stressful as it gets. Whether it’s an extreme weather event or a school lockdown, parents and carers need to know what is going on…

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October 9, 2023

The Best Practice Guide to School Communication with Actionable Tips for Schools

Welcome to Term 4. What are the kinds of things schools need to think about when it comes to school communication?  Times have changed and sending home a weekly newsletter just isn’t going to cut it in 2023. We know…

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September 8, 2023

12 Low-cost, (mostly) Screen-free Activities for Teenagers

“Go outside and get some fresh air!” We’ve all said it and no doubt it will be a popular refrain once more these coming school holidays. This week on School Stream we’ve put together a handy guide packed full of…

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August 28, 2023

Talking to Teenagers About ChatGPT and Using AI for School (CASE STUDY)

We’ve heard a lot from educators, schools and universities about how ChatGPT might affect learning as we know it. But there’s one group we haven’t heard much from, and that’s teenagers themselves. This week on School Stream, we’re handing over…

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August 11, 2023

Meet Leanne Hatt, School Officer at Grandis Primary School, Western Australia

Here at School Stream we are very lucky to enjoy productive relationships with school administrators all over Australia, New Zealand and further afield internationally. With a workload that would make the Prime Minister blush and send most mere mortals to…

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July 31, 2023

A Non-Fiction Reading List for All Ages & Stages – 30+ Titles to Explore

In a world rife with scams, bots and AI, reading non-fiction is more important than ever - especially for children and teenagers - and it’s set to be a big trend in the world of reading this year. There are…

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July 14, 2023

NEW! Menu Plan: 15 Easy and Affordable Midweek Meal Ideas for Teachers

Welcome back to Term 3 and welcome back to the latest edition in our popular midweek-meal planning series. We’re talking about delicious, nutritious and easy meals that don’t need hours of prep or fancy ingredients that require a special trip…

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June 23, 2023

Education Leadership Through a Communication Lens – 3 Key Skills to Watch

Principals and school leaders know a thing or two about good communication skills. After all, principals need to communicate with a diverse range of people to ensure their school runs smoothly and successfully. There is plenty of evidence-based research to…

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June 8, 2023

Cheat Sheet: Everything Schools Need to Know About ChatGPT

Well, that escalated quickly! At the start of 2023, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) program infiltrating our classrooms sounded implausible. However, fast forward a few short months and it feels like ChatGPT is the only thing anyone is talking about. Of…

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May 12, 2023

How These Melbourne Parents Put On A Whole School Event (Case Study)

We all know that building an engaged, vibrant school community doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It takes work from parents and the school. This week on School Stream, we talked to a parent in Melbourne who decided to step up…

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May 11, 2023

Meet Deniz Dilruba, Director of Acacia Fitzroy Crèche, Victoria

We were lucky to have the opportunity recently to chat with all-round dynamo and warm-hearted Director of the Acacia Fitzroy Crèche, Deniz Dilruba. Acacia Fitzroy Crèche is located in the heart of Fitzroy (inner city Melbourne) where staff provide a…

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April 30, 2023

Menu Plan: 16 Easy Midweek Meal Ideas for Teachers

You’ve worked hard today. You’ve wrangled students, been to meetings, answered emails and no doubt spent a fair portion of time on admin. If you would love a delicious dinner but wonder how you’ll summon the energy and enthusiasm to…

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March 30, 2023

4 STEM Projects to Inspire: The Australian and New Zealand Edition

Does every student need to learn STEM skills? In short, yes. Not only does a robust base of STEM-related skills prepare students for the future but if the projects we are highlighting today are any indication, students love STEM too.…

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March 23, 2023

A Funding Opportunity for Schools with Intercultural Challenges

Funding Opportunity Alert! We are very pleased to let you know that applications for Intercultural Understanding Partnership (ICUP) Grants are open until 30 April 2023. Together For Humanity will award successful schools ICUP Grants of up to $10,000 to support…

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March 17, 2023

Meet the Manager Corporate Services, Anne Driscoll, Caladenia Primary School, Western Australia

Caladenia Primary School is a high-achieving, high care independent school in Canning Vale, Perth, Western Australia. The school was the proud winner of the WA Public School in 2019/2020, no doubt thanks to their wonderful staff and leadership, one of…

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March 9, 2023

School Communication – 5 Trends and Opportunities For Schools

The way we communicate has changed beyond all recognition in the past few decades. It may feel as though we’ve always relied on our smartphones for communication but, in the broader scheme of things, the advances in technology that have…

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March 2, 2023

How To Manage Information Overload For Families (and schools)

We all know what it’s like to experience information overload. In a world where we receive more information than we can physically or mentally process, it’s easy to understand how families can miss important school information if it comes via…

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February 23, 2023

Meet The Education Support Officer – Sharon Kleinig, Nagambie Primary School

Sharon Kleinig of Nagambie Primary School is like School Administrators everywhere. She’s outrageously competent, efficient, friendly, very modest about her skills and workload - all while being an enthusiastic advocate for her school. She took time out of her busy…

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February 19, 2023

2023 STEM Trend Report: 4 Trends To Explore For The Year Ahead

It can be daunting trying to stay up to date with all the tech news. School Stream is here to help. We have trawled the web to bring you this useful guide of everything you need to know to stay…

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February 10, 2023

School Tech: What Does It Mean When We Talk About A ‘One-Stop Shop’? (Quick Read)

There is a lot of hype in the education sector at the moment about having an “everything in one place” tech platform for schools.  All of us use different tech products throughout the day and we don’t think twice. Can…

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February 2, 2023

All New Recipes: Lunchbox Ideas And Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Fresh Produce

Welcome back. We’re kicking off 2023 with all-new lunchbox-friendly recipes. We’re talking about delicious, nutritious and nut-free lunch options to tempt fussy eaters and adventurous foodies alike.  We’ve also sourced some handy resources with everything you need to know when…

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December 8, 2022

The People Have Spoken – The Top 10 For 2022

Welcome to the last post of the year! It’s been a pleasure to have your company throughout 2022 as we explored all the news from the world of education and beyond. We would especially like to acknowledge the hard work…

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December 1, 2022

9 Great Travel Ideas For The Summer Holiday

2022 hasn’t been short on challenges and we all deserve, make that need, a holiday. And with the summer holidays coming up in Australia, the countdown is on for lazy days, backyard cricket, trips to the beach, afternoon naps, and…

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November 25, 2022

The Teacher Appreciation Edition

In the immortal words of Nobel Prize winner and author Malala Yousafzai, "One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world." As we start to wind down for the year and, in the spirit of celebrating the…

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November 17, 2022

TikTok, Science and Rock ‘n’ Roll – Resource Bonanza

Science is so hot right now thanks to TikTok, YouTube and a rock ‘n’ roll band famous for its experimental music videos. Among the dance steps, memes and filters you find on TikTok, a thriving community of scientists – both…

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November 10, 2022

Pathways Through Education in Australia: Primary School and Secondary School

Starting primary school or secondary school is a huge milestone for children and their families. But it can be nerve-racking too. Luckily, schools are experts when it comes to facilitating a new start at primary or secondary school and have…

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November 4, 2022

In Praise of School Camps

School camp is a rite of passage for students from Year 4 onwards. Teachers may well be saying farewell to sleep for at least three nights, but students are saying farewell to their families, beds and the familiarity of their…

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October 27, 2022

4 Reasons to Get Excited About Recycling Week

It’s Recycling Week! While sorting your rubbish and rinsing your yoghurt containers may not sound thrilling to adults, kids are intrinsically interested in recycling. Whether it’s the innate satisfaction that comes from sorting, a fascination in the life cycle of…

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October 21, 2022

CASE STUDY: Interview With Dennis Freeman From Cornish College

If we’re honest, we’re all curious about how things are done in other schools. So this week on School Stream, we’re going behind the scenes at Cornish College with their Director of Community Relations, Dennis Freeman. Cornish College has a…

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October 13, 2022

How Do Kids And Teens Really Feel About School?

“I don’t wanna go to school”. We’ve all heard it before. However, when asked, the majority of kids like school and enjoy attending. Why are some students engaged and thriving at school, while others feel ambivalent, at best? Let’s find…

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October 6, 2022

5 Tips for Improving Teacher Wellbeing

Teachers do one of the most important jobs in our communities. It’s also one of the most demanding roles with long hours, balancing demands from competing stakeholders, and a massive administrative load – all before we even get to the…

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September 14, 2022

World Space Week 2022 Celebrates Space and Sustainability! Plus, Resources Galore

Space Week 2022 is almost here! Every year between 4 October – 10 October, thousands of participants from over 90 countries share their knowledge and excitement about all things space. This year space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetaria, museums, and…

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September 9, 2022

Meet the School Administration Officer – Jenny Bullock from St Margaret’s, Maribyrnong

School Business Managers perform a complex role that requires them to be financial experts, administration ninjas, first-aid officers, human resources consultants and born communicators – all while remembering the name of every child, parent and teacher in the school. We’re…

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September 2, 2022

The Future of Communication Looks Bright

Who remembers dragging the family phone with its long extension cord into their bedroom to talk to friends without their entire family eavesdropping? Perhaps you’ve seen kids looking at an old public telephone box, then looking incredulous when told it’s…

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August 25, 2022

3 Big Trends In Education Leadership

Educators around the world work tirelessly for their students. And at the helm of every school is a leader working to steer the hopes of students and their parents, manage the needs and career aspirations of teachers and staff, all…

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August 19, 2022

Learning And The Life-Affirming Joy Of Puzzle Solving

Wordle is one of the great success stories of the past 12 months, with people all over the world enjoying the daily challenge, sharing their results and comparing strategies online. It’s no surprise this simple word game is such a…

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August 12, 2022

Easy Book Week Costume Ideas for Teachers 2022. Plus, Resources

It’s Book Week time and that means it’s time for our annual School Stream Book Week Guide. We’ve pulled together some easy, theme-appropriate costume ideas for teachers to have your parade ready in a heartbeat. The Children’s Book Council of…

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August 5, 2022

An Exploration Of Real-Life Learning

“But when will I ever use algebra?” We’ve all heard questions like this from students wondering why they have to learn something, or how they will use the knowledge in the future. However, if the coverage in education media is…

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July 28, 2022

What Do We Mean When We Talk About Engagement?

Schools do a fantastic job of staying in touch with their communities. But sometimes it’s a good idea to zoom out and revisit some of the key ideas around family engagement in schools. A good school engagement strategy should make…

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July 25, 2022

Let’s Get Physical! 4 Benefits Of Playing Sport

We all know what it’s like to try and motivate ourselves at the end of a long day to go for a run, hit the gym or do an online fitness class. And we all know that at the end…

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July 12, 2022

Applications Are Open For The 2023 Harding Miller Educational Foundation Scholarship For Girls

If you know a highly motivated Year 8 girl with high academic potential who could use a helping hand due to challenging socio-economic circumstances, read on to see if they could be eligible for a Harding Miller Foundation Scholarship. Apply…

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June 24, 2022

The Feel-Good Edition: All The (uplifting) Education News Making Headlines

It’s hard to believe we are heading towards the halfway mark of the school year, and there’s a lot to look forward to as we head into Term 3. But before we look too far ahead, let’s take a moment…

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June 17, 2022

The Business Of Financial Literacy

It’s a big ask to get teenagers excited about superannuation. But being able to manage your money, understand how credit cards work, plan for big purchases, navigate university debt, save and, yes, how to prepare for retirement, are all critical…

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June 9, 2022

5 More Gardening Projects For All Ages

It's official. Gardening is cool and younger generations are increasingly taking to the great outdoors to experience the wholesome joys of gardening. You can even find young gardeners sharing their projects on social media! This week on School Stream, we…

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June 6, 2022

Meet the Manager Corporate Services at Dianella Heights Primary School, Jackie Kelly

Business Managers everywhere know a thing or two about what it takes to keep a modern and dynamic school running like clockwork. They know where everything is, who everyone is, and how to conquer an insurmountable workload that would crush…

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May 27, 2022

All New: 16 Midweek Meals For Busy Educators

After a long day teaching (and wrangling!) students, keeping on top of paperwork, dealing with administration and planning, the idea of cooking dinner can feel less than enticing. But we all need to eat, preferably something nutritious, delicious and simple…

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