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“Amongst The Worst In The World” - Australia’s Battle Against Behavioural Problems in Schools  Responsibility for inappropriate behaviour from the student who undertook it, to the teacher. My many teacher friends lament the apparent lack of support from parents if behavioural matters are brought to their attention. There is no arguing that support for one’s offspring is commendable in the right circumstances, but the opposition to the mere suggestion of inappropriate behaviour is often vitriolic from the parent; as if the teacher dare suggest their child may act in any fashion other than angelically. Read more Embracing Change: How Victorian Schools are Integrating Indigenous Histories into the Curriculum  Engaging students in meaningful conversations about reconciliation and cultural understanding is vital. Encouraging discussions around current issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities can help students connect historical narratives to contemporary realities. A Lifeline for Suspended Kids  The Alternative Suspension Program is designed to address behavioural challenges in a structured, compassionate environment and offers students not only a second chance, but an opportunity to reclaim their futures and reset. Sexual Violence Normalised through Early Porn Use  The average age at which girls are first viewing pornography has dropped by two years since 2018, with young people now on average seeing porn for the first time at age 13.6. Company that Wants to Farm in Space Brings Students Along for the Ride  The development of a lunar economy is happening right now and the process will unlock scientific advances of all stripes. Lunaria One’s mission will demonstrate how plants can survive the journey to the Moon and endure lunar surface conditions, while testing systems for supporting and monitoring plant growth in extreme environments. Stile is working with the company to create classroom resources that take the student through this new frontier. Read more Get Ready for Wakakirri 2025 - Unleash the Power of Story-Dancing with Mind Over Matter: Tales of Inner Strength  Since 1992, Wakakirri has united schools in a celebration of story-dancing, creativity, and community. “We believe that great stories inspire change,” says Wakakirri Festival Director Adam Loxley. "We’re excited to see students channel their inner strength into performances that encourage growth, engagement, and well-being." Designed to make performing arts accessible to all, Wakakirri’s award-winning program is open to schools everywhere. Read more Federal Funding Announced for Vaping Prevention Program  Vaping is a modern scourge. Data show one in six high school students have vaped recently, while 12-year-olds who had vaped are 29 times more likely to go on to try smoking than 12-year-olds who had not vaped. 
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