Parents Voice in Government School Education

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School can’t

The issue of school can’t, also referred to as school refusal, has been in the media in recent years: The Age published a comprehensive article on 2

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Free career support

Jobs Victoria offers free support for jobseekers. There are two ways they can help. Work and Learning Centres There are five Work and Learning Centres

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myfuture: free career advice

myfuture is a government-funded service, supported by industry, that supports students to develop the skills and confidence to make more informed career decisions. myfuture’s tools

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School can’t

The issue of school can’t, also referred to as school refusal, has been in the media in recent years: The Age published a comprehensive article on 2 February 2023, exploring the prevalence and impacts of the problem.

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Financial help for families

We know that some families are struggling to meet the costs of their children’s education. The Education Department has a useful list of support services available to help with schooling costs on its website. The

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Free career support

Jobs Victoria offers free support for jobseekers. There are two ways they can help. Work and Learning Centres There are five Work and Learning Centres around Victoria, located in Fitzroy, North Geelong, Morwell, Ballarat and

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Why parents and carers matter: podcast

This podcast from the Public Education Foundation focuses on partnerships between schools and families. How do we improve and strengthen these partnerships? The podcast aims to identify some of the barriers to family engagement, such

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Starting high school

It’s a big change in their lives. For the past six or seven years, your child has gone to primary school. But now they’re starting high school and going from being a ‘big kid’ to

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Think. Wait. Communicate

Something to say to your school? Think (about what you want to say) Wait (seek an appropriate time) Communicate (clearly and respectfully) Most families have positive and constructive relationships with their child’s school. But sometimes

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School Community Safety Orders

In July 2022 the State Government introduced School Community Safety Orders (SCSOs) into Victorian schools. The Orders give Principals the power to ban parents, carers and other adults from school grounds or activities if they

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myfuture: free career advice

myfuture is a government-funded service, supported by industry, that supports students to develop the skills and confidence to make more informed career decisions. myfuture’s tools and resources give students the opportunity to learn more about

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