Department for Education, South Australia

Our nation-leading generative AI tool, EdChat, was awarded second runner up in the Government and Public Sector category at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance awards in Brunei over the weekend!   EdChat is a secure generative AI chatbot custom-built for teaching and learning in partnership with Microsoft and alongside educators. We’re thrilled to see it recognised on an international stage.    We look forward to continuing to innovate in creative ways and adding more features that directly support education, because when our children, young people and teachers learn and thrive, so does South Australia!   EdChat is currently available for our school staff, with a group of secondary students participating in a trial to inform any future rollouts.   Congrats to the team behind EdChat, and thank you to the educators and students who supported its development!

Exciting news for Year 7 students in country areas! 🎒🎉 As part of our Country Education Strategy a new trial program will be rolling out in 2025 to help cover the costs of camps and excursions for students whose families qualify for the School Card scheme. Up to $250 per student will be available to help them connect with classmates and teachers outside the classroom. These experiences are all about building friendships and creating a sense of belonging. 💫👫   🔗 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g_XJ2bMV

Public education is for every child and young person in every community across our state. 🌻 Our preschools and schools are inclusive spaces where all children and young people are valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We recognise and embrace the diversity, strengths, and contributions that each child brings to our communities. On this International Day of People with Disability, we reaffirm our commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring every child has access to the opportunities and support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Because when our children and young people thrive so does South Australia. #IDPwD #InclusiveEducation

This November, we recognise White Ribbon Month, a time to reflect, listen and act for change to end men’s violence against women. We are proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace with a long-standing commitment to building safe and respectful environments for everyone to learn and work. This includes providing a safe space in which our employees can safely reach out for support and assistance. Together, we play a critical role in ending men’s violence against women. 🔗 For more information visit: https://brnw.ch/21wOW8a #WhiteRibbonMonth #OCPSE #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #StandTogether

Are you ready to take a leading role in the government’s new technical college in the Limestone Coast?   We’re looking for an exceptional leader to drive the development and delivery of industry training programs at Mount Gambier Technical College.   This is a unique opportunity to build a new technical college from the ground up, shaping the future of technical education and making a lasting impact on the lives of students.   🔗 Find out more at:   https://lnkd.in/gKVbaZvR   Together, let's redefine excellence in education and transform the future of South Australia. #TechnicalColleges #JobOpportunity #Leader #SouthAustralia #Education

At Mount Barker South Primary School students have agency and take ownership of their learning every day.   Learn how the levels of understanding approach helps students articulate their learning and grow in confidence 🌱   It also gives students the power to decide how they learn best and progress at their own pace with guidance from teachers. 

How do we involve students more in their learning? 🏫 In the latest Teach podcast episode hear how Kilkenny Primary School and Avenues College are empowering students as agents of change. They’re part of a portfolio of schools helping students take charge of their learning as evaluators and decision makers. Join Brenton Wilson, Narelle Christiansen, and students Elliot and Joe as they share insights into the power of student voice in education. 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gfsJUMf or follow or subscribe to the Teach Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Congratulations to all the winners from Friday night's Public Education Awards! 🏆🥳 We look forward to highlighting their stories and achievements soon ✨ #PEA2024 #Education #SouthAustralia

In our latest Teach podcast episode, we’re joined by Dr Kate de Bruin, a senior lecturer in Inclusive Education at Monash University as she explains the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and its vital role in enhancing literacy outcomes for all students. Dr de Bruin shares her research and insights, which were also featured at the 2024 Literacy Summit, highlighting how schools can effectively address diverse student needs in reading instruction 📚 This episode is a must-listen for educators looking to create more inclusive and effective literacy programs. 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gfsJUMf or follow the Teach podcast on your favourite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Podcasts).

💯 Great news for public education in South Australia! We’re rolling out a new initiative to ease the transition to high school for autistic students across the state. 🏫 The Autism Inclusion in Secondary Schools initiative will be trialled at the following schools: ✅ Roma Mitchell Secondary College ✅ Findon High School ✅ Clare High School ✅ Golden Grove High School ✅ Modbury High School ✅ Springbank Secondary College ✅ Marryatville High School ✅ Seaford Secondary College ✅ Murray Bridge High School 👣 They’ll continue the states autism inclusion journey after the initial success of the Autism Inclusion Teachers introduced into primary schools. 🔗 Find out more at: https://brnw.ch/21wNWKI