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 For Education Leaders
Mental Health Support Must go Beyond the Counsellor's Office  Mental health support shouldn’t be confined to a counsellor's office. It should be integrated into everyday school life, from classroom practices to leadership decisions. This is the idea behind our whole-school approach. Support is built into a school from the ground up - from classroom routines and school events to leadership decisions. This holistic approach recognises that students' mental health is influenced by many factors: academic pressure, relationships, digital experiences, and their home environment. Read more Teacher Sexual Harassment in Schools Widespread  Classrooms are beginning to reflect the hyper sexualised, hook up culture of social media. Moaning, sexual gestures, requests for nudes, teachers are routinely being sexually harassed by students and are not finding a sympathetic ear when they raise concerns. Shortfalls see Public School Principals Access Philanthropic Funding  Funding gaps have made public school principals turn to competitive grants from non-government organisations, charities, and businesses to make ends meet. Maths Teaching in a Social Media Context  The importance of education, especially with adolescents, is declining. Their motivation is affected, and social media has a role to play in that. There is this effect on year 11s and year 12s at the moment which has been going on since COVID. High Levels of Pollution in too many Classrooms  One in six schools and childcare centres in capital cities are exposed to air pollution from busy roads, heightening the risks of asthma and respiratory conditions. In some cases it can be as bad as the kids inhaling cigarettes. Beware of Mixing the Bikes and Bintang  With its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and a wealth of attractions - all at low cost - Bali draws school leavers looking for a memorable time, in November, over 8000 schoolies are anticipated to make the trip to the island. 
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