Dack Up for Tracky Dack Day
We're spreading the word about Tracky Dack Day, a fun fundraiser for schools to help sick kids and their families.
My Child is a Cyberbully – What can I do?
All children are capable of bullying - what do you do if you discover your child is a cyberbully? Hannah Thomas and James Graham Scott offer some strategies.
Best of the Web: the Batman Effect on Kids, Fighting Against Tech, Volunteering and Teens, and Don’t Ban Fairy Tales
Our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.
Maths Hero: the Sensational Eddie Woo
Australia's 2018 Local Hero Eddie Woo takes his classroom to the masses through the internet. Read his inspirational story.
Why Parents and Teachers Need to Be Brave
In an era of helicopter parents, we need to allow children the freedom to look after themselves, writes Timothy Berryman.
Winning the reading game
Educator Michael Panckridge started writing sports-themed books to help reluctant young readers, writes Shane Green. That was 40 books ago. Read his story - and his five tips to encourage reading.
Community Connections
In a new series, we showcase the great community work of Independent school students and staff.
Taming Technology: Regaining Control for You and Your Family
Expert Jill Sweatman is presenting a twilight seminar at Independent Schools Victoria for parents, carers and educators on enhancing lifelong learning for children. Here she offers advice on controlling technology.
Best of the Web: When Your Youngest Starts School, Helping Young People Find Purpose, More than STEM, and Banning the Smartphone
Emotions when a child starts school, finding a purpose in life, and banning the smartphone.