The future of education

The future of education

As we commence another school year, some of us wonder what the future of education looks like for our children. After the industrial revolution gained momentum in 1870’s England, the need for industrially competent workers led to the state funding of...
How to manage screen time for kids

How to manage screen time for kids

As parents, we often wonder what the right amount of screen time for kids is appropriate. No one would blame you for wondering: What if I just completely cut my child off from the online world…? No social media, no games, no YouTube… No TikTok! If these platforms are...

What is VET in schools

What is VET in schools? VET in schools is a program that offers vocational courses and training to high school students. In the context of education in Australia, “VET” stands for Vocational Education and Training.  These courses are designed to provide...
How to raise resilient school kids

How to raise resilient school kids

The nature of children’s health around the world is changing. There is now a ‘new morbidity’ occurring, with obesity, mental health conditions, self-harm and suicide taking centre stage. Having worked as a teacher and school guidance counsellor for the past 25 years I...