It’s not uncommon for parents to place a high level of trust in teachers. It makes sense to assume that, as professionals whose purpose it is to work with children, all teachers possess immense knowledge, wisdom and integrity. It’s not…
Month: February 2018
Essential Fundamentals
This year, the nationally agreed education agenda for Australia – the Melbourne Declaration on Educational Goals for Young Australians (2008-2018) – is in its final year. The agreement, between all States and Territories, was made to ensure Australian schools provide the best…
Genuine Partnerships
In my workshops, I’m constantly asked: “What’s the best approach to stop parents questioning the learning and teaching taking place in schools?” It’s the wrong question. Parents have every right to know and understand exactly what is happening in schools.…
Moving Forward with Fundamentals
John Wooden, the great UCLA basketball coach, is known for two things: winning seven consecutive NCAA championships between 1967 and 1973, and being one of the greatest inspirational leaders basketball has ever produced. The first lesson he taught his players…