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Founded in 2019, YOLA (Young Once Learning Always) is a series of financial literacy workshops targeted at high school students, primarily in Year 10.

A new research paper from Monash University is recommending Victoria explore options to modernise school provision, supported with full funding for public schools and bold measures to address the public education workforce shortage.

Summer is a time for educators and students to recharge. For educators, this opportunity to reflect and regroup often includes planning for how to support students in the next school year.

As the 2024 school year comes to a close, you may already have a job lined up for next year, or be continuing on in your current position.

Every member of every school community should feel safe, confident and able to engage in their learning or work.

The Cook Government’s new education campaign about the dangers of coercive control aims to emphasise that family and domestic violence is not only about physical violence.

There are many aspects of the role of senior vice president for the SSTUWA – but one of those I find the most rewarding and interesting is working with our new union reps.

As public educators marked World Teachers’ Day last month, it was reminded that once again, teachers in Western Australia need more than thanks, they need full funding.

Around 150 members, staff and speakers will gather for the second SSTUWA State Council Conference of 2024 on Friday and Saturday, 15-16 November.

The teaching profession is traditionally known to be a noble profession and a driver for all sectors and industries we have in the world of work.

Recently published research has found that some schools have manipulated their NAPLAN results by withdrawing low-performing students from the tests.

Banning children under 16 from social media sounds like a seductive idea. For overwhelmed parents navigating their kids’ lives in a digital age, this move from the Australian government may seem like welcome relief. But evidence shows it’s highly unlikely bans will positively impact the youth mental health crisis in this country. Indeed, bans may make our children even more vulnerable online.

Australian students are increasingly taking tests on computers. This includes major tests used to check national progress on literacy and numeracy.

The latest Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) Education at a Glance report shows that Australia significantly underperforms against most OECD countries when it comes to investing in public schools.

Earlier this year, the Australian Education Union welcomed the announcements that the Commonwealth and state and territory governments would be making historic investments in TAFE under the National Skills Agreement.

We all know that early childhood is a critical time that lays the foundation for a child’s future development, wellbeing and learning.

As an SSTUWA member, you have access to a wide range of discounted products and services.

A new report provides a comprehensive blueprint for advancing reconciliation in education.

One year on… A line of people meanders towards the makeshift stage at a local Perth bookshop. It’s a cool September evening, perfect for this intimate setting.

Books are powerful tools for educating and empowering children about the histories, achievements and ongoing contributions of Aboriginal peoples to Australian society.