Schools Supporting students in volatile times 11 Apr 2025 Heard the term ‘responsibilised’? It sums up how school staff are feeling when it comes to managing complex student behaviours.
Schools A partnership approach to education 10 Apr 2025 The latest AEU–Monash discussion paper adds to evidence on the many benefits of positive family/school partnerships, writes Parents Victoria CEO GAIL McHARDY.
Schools Union in the blood 10 Apr 2025 Looking back over his career, Frank Kusch is glad to have been union all the way.
Schools Top of your agenda 10 Apr 2025 This year, Victoria is due to commence negotiations for the next Schools Agreement. But first, we are in the process of finding out what you want.
Schools Members leading the way on the next VGSA 10 Apr 2025 With VGSA log of claims submissions in, a clear picture is emerging of what schools members want to see in their next workplace agreement.
Schools The long and winding road to full schools funding 9 Apr 2025 After more than 15 years of campaigning for full and fair funding for public schools, we are closer than ever to our destination. Here’s a potted history of the journey so far.
Schools Enhancing school/family partnerships to improve student outcomes 9 Apr 2025 The latest AEU–Monash research identifies the benefits and barriers to building strong relationships between families, communities and schools.
Schools The scourge of grade-splitting 9 Apr 2025 Grade-splitting has a direct, negative impact on students, CRTs, and the work of classroom teachers. That’s why it should be a last resort.
Schools Principal Class: All the invisible work 9 Apr 2025 So much of the work of a school principal takes place behind the scenes, and they deserve better support from government.
Schools New Educators Network: Getting to know you 9 Apr 2025 More than 300 pre-service teachers joined the AEU during university O-weeks this year – and we look forward to supporting them throughout their career!
Schools Time for writing reports 9 Apr 2025 The AEU won important entitlements in the VGSA 2022 that provide teachers with more time to write reports. But what does this mean for part‑time staff?
Schools Have your say in the next VGSA 26 Feb 2025 The first term of 2025 marks the start of our VGSA log of claims process for AEU members in schools. This is members’ chance to influence what’s in the next Schools Agreement.
For everyone Why pride matters 25 Feb 2025 Ensuring schools are supportive spaces for LGBTQIA+ students saves lives. STEPHEN A RUSSELL speaks to those doing it well.
Schools 100% – we did it! 25 Feb 2025 After more than a decade of pressure from the AEU and public education advocates, the state and federal governments have agreed to deliver billions in extra funding to Victoria’s public schools.
Schools What have we done for you lately?! 25 Feb 2025 With negotiations for the next Victorian Government Schools Agreement due to start later this year, now is the time for all members in schools to get involved and make the most of our collective bargaining power.
Schools Modernisation, revitalisation for stronger education 25 Feb 2025 The latest AEU–Monash University paper calls for a dramatic shift in thinking about the provision of education to improve the outcomes for members and their students.
Schools Strength and unity: Sub-branch shores up VGSA entitlements on meeting times 25 Feb 2025 Grievance over an aspect of the long-term plan was challenging but galvanising for the sub-branch at a school in Victoria’s south-west.
For everyone Union Yarns: Ensuring cultural entitlements for Mob 25 Feb 2025 The AEU made significant gains for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members in the Schools Agreement. Now we’re working to ensure these entitlements are properly respected.
For everyone Grades for good behaviour 24 Feb 2025 In Norway, students get graded on their behaviour as well as their classwork. STEPHEN DOBSON and COREY BLOOMFIELD have been asking whether this could also work in Australia.
Schools Experience is a jewel 24 Feb 2025 When starting out, it in education, it can be useful to have the support of someone with plenty of experience. We speak to two members brought together at a university expo.