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Discovering a world of opportunities
A strong public education system is the cornerstone of every successful society. The Department of Education provides high quality education for children and young people throughout Western Australia, helping them reach their full potential.
Watch our public education video to discover more about our schools, our students, our people and our commitment to public education.
Schools up against it
VERY few students behave in ways that warrant their removal from schools permanently or temporarily. But there is a larger issue about the degree to which schools are responsible for the behaviour of children and young people in our society.
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Director General welcomes suspension drop
DIRECTOR General Sharyn O'Neill has welcomed a drop in the number of students suspended from public schools, but has called on parents and the wider community to support schools in addressing bad behaviour.
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HISTORY is moving towards the future at Wongan Hills
A new method of delivering history lessons has been established at Wongan Hills District High School, with Year 7 students from surrounding primary schools using webcams and the internet to interact.
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Call out for best in Aboriginal education
THE search is on to find those doing outstanding work educating Aboriginal students in Western Australia.
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Student volunteers wanted for diabetes research
WA students and teachers under 30 are invited to join thousands of Australians in a research project aiming to prevent type 1 diabetes.
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Independent Public Schools
While exercising a range of flexibilities, Independent Public Schools also retain the benefits of being part of WA's public school system.
Classroom First
Building a strong public school system where every school is a good school; every teacher is effective; and every student is successful.
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