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Special education teachers! This one is just for you! If you are new to special education, I've included a few things you need to do early in the year. If you have any questions, please send me a message. Have a peaceful and productive school year! #specialeducation #teacherlife #education #oneteachertoanother

Have you seen the latest inquiry from the Commission for Children and Young People Victoria into the educational experiences of children and young people in out-of-home-care? 47 recommendations on how we can improve things formed from consultations with 101 children and young people, surveys with a further 88 and consultations with over 350 other stakeholders. These recommendations will improve the educational outcomes for our precious young people. While there are improvements that can be made, I am proud that I am part of an organisation working to improve systems - we even get a mention. Have a read below. #childrenareourfuture #youthvoice #educationsuccess #educationmatters

A social justice approach to education involves two instructional strategies: antiracist and abolitionist teaching. Both approaches allow faculty to implement educational practices that provide meaningful, relevant, and liberating learning experiences for students. Learn more about social justice education on the ATD Strategy Hub: https://lnkd.in/g6fC4UCT

Interested in the world of special education? Explore our informative infographic for a quick inside look at a day in the life of a special education teacher. #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher

‘Let us learn: Systemic inquiry into the educational experiences of children and young people in out-of-home care’, examined the educational experiences of children and young people in out-of-home care, including the factors that affect their educational outcomes and ability to stay engaged in education. Here at The MacKillop Institute, we’re proud of our contributions to this important inquiry led by the Commission for Children and Young People Victoria. The report makes 47 recommendations to the Victorian Government to reform these systems to improve educational outcomes. Recommendation #13 advocates for trauma-informed teaching practices to be incorporated into teacher training. Read the full report here https://zurl.co/b1Kb

About to start my session in the Teaching and Learning Symposium on Social Justice in Higher Education.

The Charter School Difference – Flexibility, Accountability, and Accessibility. Learn how Charter Schools provide a viable alternative for families when it comes to free public education. Read more about the article using this link: https://lnkd.in/gPe4U4FF

Please read the report. How many more reports will be conducted and raise the same questions,reach the same conclusions and still no substantive changes in general education and special education that creates a seamless relationship educating all students?

Right to Education Act What is the Act about? Every child between the ages of 6 to 14 years has the right to free and compulsory education. This is stated as per the 86th Constitution Amendment Act via Article 21A. The Right to Education Act seeks to give effect to this amendment The government schools shall provide free education to all the children and the schools will be managed by School Management Committees (SMC). Private schools shall admit at least 25% of the children in their schools without any fee. The National Commission for Elementary Education shall be constituted to monitor all aspects of elementary education including quality.

Did you know that Public Adult Education of MA partners with Newsela? Newsela's library has over 15,000 resources including MA ABE Custom Collections. Learn more at https://buff.ly/41Ra8j3 #Newsela #adulteducation