Eco-friendly fundraisers
If you’re thinking about making your fundraising more environmentally-friendly – it can be done! There are some great suggestions on the Fundraising Directory website. Here are just a few: Sell eco-friendly products such as Reusable shopping bags, bamboo toothbrushes or beeswax wraps Run a recycling fundraiser, collecting 10¢ refundable containers, batteries, etc. (Work with local recycling centres that pay […]
The schools we want – parent webinars
What would make a positive difference to your school community? Parents and carers have a lot to say about their children’s education — but don’t always have the opportunity to be heard. Ahead of the 2026 Victorian State Election, Parents Victoria is creating an opportunity for parents and carers to share their ideas, aspirations and […]
Wyndham Central College Multicultural Week
Connecting Culture, Families and Community This article has been supplied by Wyndham Central College. Multicultural Week at Wyndham Central College is a celebration of many cultures, languages, traditions and stories that make up a school community. It is an opportunity for students to share their cultures, learn from one another and recognise that diversity is […]
Industrial action cancelled
There will be no teachers’ strike this Wednesday (19 August), as public school teachers have accepted the government’s pay offer. The Herald-Sun reports that: The in-principle deal passed on Monday after 79 per cent of Australian Education Union members voted in favour, cancelling a third 24-hour statewide strike scheduled for Wednesday. The offer will now […]
Survey results – industrial action in schools
Parents Victoria recently ran a parent survey about the recent industrial action in Victorian schools. Overall, responses to the survey reflected a diverse and sometimes polarised range of views about teacher industrial action. While some families expressed significant frustration about disruption, childcare, missed learning and the financial impact, many strongly supported teachers and education support […]
Supporting regional students to access university
By Belinda Hudak, President of the Victorian Association of State Secondary Principals (VASSP) For many Victorian students, the transition from secondary school to university is an exciting milestone. However, for students and families in regional and rural Victoria, this transition often brings additional challenges that extend well beyond academic readiness. As President of the Victorian […]