Australians have overwhelmingly supported teachers and their ability to inspire, encourage and provide kindness to students, especially during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report by Monash University shows. Read more
Talk-and-Walk-a-Thon returns, encouraging children to build connections and combat isolation during COVID-19
Australian children have been experiencing heightened levels of loneliness and isolation during COVID-19, with 40 per cent of young people reporting concern for their mental health during the pandemic. Read more
WA supporting Aboriginal girls to succeed in school and beyond
Empowering Aboriginal girls to succeed in school and beyond is the focus of an $11.6 million funding commitment over four years from 2021 in public schools form the Western Australian Government. Read more
CEF Student Impact Report 2020: Growth in the face of adversity
Despite the challenges of 2020, the annual Country Education Foundation of Australia (CEF) Student Impact Report showcases remarkable growth in many areas thanks to the amazing efforts of their volunteers and the generosity of donors. Read more
Ten thousand parents demand government #SolarOurSchools
More than 10,000 Australian parents have signed an open letter asking Prime Minister Scott Morrison to fund solar panels and batteries for all Australian schools and early childhood centres. Read more
Online safety education programs get a funding boost
The first grant recipients of the Australian Government’s Online Safety Grants Program, led by the eSafety Commissioner, were announced today, providing funding that will boost the online safety of children, the community and those most at-risk online. Read more