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It's been just wonderful partnering with Tasmania's Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) on equity-based reform in #Literacy through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports. I can't think of more important or rewarding work to be doing than this, or a better team to be working with, to build bright futures for all young Tasmanians. #EvidenceBasedPractice #MTSS #Literacy Monash Education

In our new blog post, principals and school leaders can find three strategies to improve teacher retention in the new school year! Check out this advice from a former principal in the R9CC team: https://lnkd.in/gvde_fcf

PE Insights Episode 3: Sue Wilkinson MBE – Celebrating and Advocating for Physical Education: A Call to Action Celebrating and Advocating for Physical Education: A Call to Action. The state of physical education and the urgent need for positive change.

When districts are faced with school closures and consolidations, how will district leaders prioritize effective core instruction? In our newly published historical case study—Stronger Together: A Review of How Two Schools Improved Instruction After Consolidating—two Nebraska schools earned national recognition and increased learning gains through the challenging time of consolidation. Download the case study here: https://hubs.la/Q02f_WNb0  

I just wrapped up my third week of teaching high school geometry, and one thing is clear: there are some pretty significant learning gaps that need to be addressed. As middle school teachers, you’re likely familiar with the gaps that arise from elementary school, but I wanted to share some of the most common challenges I’ve encountered so far at the high school level. Head to this blog post for what I've noticed so far and my suggestions on how to help! https://lnkd.in/eFZKbewA

The transition from primary school to high school is a monumental milestone in every student's life. For special needs students, this transition can be even more challenging, requiring careful planning, consideration, and the expertise of dedicated teaching staff. Have a read of this blog by Head of Curriculum and Pedagogy, Lisa Grimmond, which explores the importance of continuity in education and the critical role that experienced and knowledgeable teachers play in facilitating a seamless transition for special needs students. https://lnkd.in/g9sqqdfY

ICYMI: Check out my latest piece in the America's Future Blog!

Your child's education is their future. You want the best, and that's what we focus on here. Every teacher is dedicated to helping your child succeed. We believe school should be a place where kids can reach their full potential. Cognia, a respected school reviewer, agrees! They just gave us top marks on everything, from how we teach to how students are doing. See the full report: https://lnkd.in/eaAnK4q5

A piece of knowledge for your Thursday straight from our Learning Differences Playbook 💡 The fourth play highlights culturally responsive practices. Successful implementation of culturally responsive practices has been shown to foster academic progress for students, lead teachers towards dismantling harmful implicit biases and deficit beliefs about students and their families and strengthen the personal relationships between students and their teachers—all important factors in supporting students with learning differences. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/evJ3w7qc

Looking into the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) Teaching & Learning Guide. Several good key principles as Best Practices to implement.