Schools+parents is intended to keep Queensland parents better informed
by providing up-to-date articles on the latest education initiatives and issues
affecting schools across all sectors.
Minister's message (PDF document
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The positive response to the first issue demonstrated that busy families
need practical, reader-friendly information to help them make decisions about
their children's education.
Full-time preparatory year trial (PDF document
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About 900 children will take part in trials of a full-time preparatory year
program next year at 39 schools across the state.
ICT strategy for schools (PDF document
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The State Government has announced a significant new investment in information
and communication technologies in schools.
Computer games are more than just fun
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Education Queensland Senior Education Officer Sybil Bell believes computer
games can have a host of educational benefits for some young people.
New studies authority (PDF document
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The new Queensland Studies Authority (QSA) will provide more streamlined
and flexible curriculum, assessment, and tertiary entrance procedures.
Preparing for exams (PDF document
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Preparation in class and at home can reduce study stress and keep the exam
blues away.
Joint Parent Committee (PDF document
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Parent bodies representing children in state, Catholic and independent schools
and in isolated areas have joined to form the Joint Parent Committee.
Get involved — community participation
in schools (PDF document
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Community participation is the lifeblood of schools, and most schools welcome
the involvement of parents and other community members.
Spotlight on education and training
reforms (PDF document
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The State Government's education and training reform agenda is nearing a
critical point.
Numeracy — it adds up to more than you think
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Numeracy is much more than being able to multiply, divide, add and subtract
— numeracy can also help children communicate and solve problems in their
day-to-day lives.
Nurses promote young people's health (PDF document
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The school-based youth health nurse program is a State Government initiative
that aims to promote the health of young people.
Year 2 Diagnostic Net explained (PDF document
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The Year 2 Diagnostic Net was introduced in all Queensland schools to improve
literacy levels through early detection and intervention.
Why learn another language? (PDF document
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What skills will your child need in 5, 10 or 30 years time? Schools recognise
the importance of preparing students to engage confidently with other cultures
at home and abroad.
Training opens post-school pathways (PDF document
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Vocational education and training in Queensland schools provides many pathways
through school and beyond.
Support
for students with disabilities (PDF document
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Education Queensland is committed to making sure all young people participate
in an education that is appropriate to their needs.
Is
your child absent from school? (PDF document
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There may be many reasons why your child might be absent from school. Whatever
the reason, it is important that parents and carers inform the school.
Choosing
the right school (PDF document
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There are a number of factors and questions families should consider to help
them decide which school is the most suitable for their child.
Working
with Children Check for volunteers (PDF document
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Queensland volunteers are required to present a blue suitability card indicating
they have passed the Working with Children Check before they can work in child-related
employment.
Giving
a head start to early readers (PDF document
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While books are still very important, viewing websites, television and movies
and reading shopper dockets, street directories or junk mail can all provide
opportunities to encourage children's reading.
School
holidays (PDF document
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Queensland school holidays 2002–2004
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