Department for Education, Children and Young People

Today, the Department for Education, Children and Young People and Tasmanian State Service took part in the the Walk for Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children. The Walk for Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children is part of the 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence – an international campaign to end violence against women and girls around the world. As a department, we stand in solidarity with our community to UNiTE and do our part to end Violence against women and children. Want to learn more about the 16 days of activism and how to get involved? Visit: https://lnkd.in/ey-qjUe Do you need help, support or information, visit: https://lnkd.in/g3d5QDni #NoExcuse #16Days

Do you know an inspiring science, technology, engineering or mathematics teacher? Nominate them now for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science. Your nomination is a meaningful way to highlight someone’s achievements, efforts and positive impact. Nominations are open until 17 December 2024. Find out more by visiting industry.gov.au/PMPrizes #PMPrizes

Some of our schools have been building intercultural relationships through the Australia-Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnership Program. We are proud that this year, three of our schools have been selected for the program: - Latrobe High School - Evandale Primary School - Franklin Primary School. Through the program, they are partnering with schools in Indonesia. The program offers professional learning and international exchange for staff. This year, Indonesian educators visited our beautiful island state, and next year some of our educators will visit Indonesia. Have a look at the photos from Franklin and Evandale primary schools below, showing glimpses of the fun they had with the Indonesian educators. The program is funded by the Australian Government at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Australia-Indonesia Institute and delivered by the Asia Education Foundation. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/g5CVCeXw

Congratulations to the eight Hardie Fellowship recipients who were announced last week 👏 The Hardie Fellowship provides DECYP teachers with the opportunity to undertake a period of research or study at a University in the USA for up to one year. The recipients will undertake study and learning experiences across a range of areas. On return from their studies, the Hardie Fellowship recipients share their learnings and strategies with teaching colleagues to encourage best practice. This year’s fellowship recipients are: • Carmel McGee, Advanced Skills Teacher, Riverside Primary School • Sarah Ramsay, Principal, Warrane Primary School • Eliza Withers, Assistant Principal, Warrane Primary School • Katie Jackson, Teacher, Southern Support School • Denise Solomon, Advanced Skills Teacher, Southern Support School • Candice Burnett, Principal, Longford Primary School • Stephanie Koshin, Inclusive Practice Coach, Inclusive Learning • Tameika Munday, Generalist Curriculum Leader K-10, Teaching and Learning We're grateful to TPT Wealth in administering the Hardie Fellowship for over two decades.

Naomi’s work as a School Social Worker provides supports for children, young people, and their families. She ensures they have equal access to education and that they are safe, known and cared for. “Social work is about building capacity by supporting children, young people, and their families. It’s about providing support when and where they need it. It’s a partnership.” Read Naomi’s full chat with Careerify, including her career journey, here: https://lnkd.in/gCjnXAh7 #Careerify #BrightLivesPositiveFutures

Our Senior Secondary Provision team are looking for a Virtual Learning Leader. Does this sound like you? Virtual Learning Services provide curriculum and program access to students in Tasmanian Government schools across the state. As the Virtual Learning Leader, you’ll lead change and provide tactical and operational support for schools and students. If you’re interested in supporting bright lives and positive futures for children and young people, get in touch. For more information and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/gYFJcK2M #BrightLivesPositiveFutures #YourWorkTheirFuture

Our social workers play a vital role in keeping children and young people known, safe, well and learning. They recently attended two events to celebrate 50 years of school social work in Tasmania. A DECYP Interprofessional Conference brought together school social workers, school psychologists, speech pathologists, school nurses and staff from Youth Justice and Child Safety in late September. In October, her Excellency, the Honourable Barbara Baker AC and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO invited our school social workers to a high tea at Government House. We are so grateful for all the amazing work our social workers do! #BrightLivesPositiveFutures

“I feel like I get to work across the whole community, in a way. There are a lot of cross connections. At the CFLCs, I work directly with parents and caregivers as well, so we can work within that scope. It’s a really nice thing about my role. The CFLCs, I think, are pretty uniquely Tasmanian.” Kate divides her time between schools and Child and Family Learning Centres (CFLCs)—places for families with children from birth to age five and expectant parents to attend in their local community. At CFLCs families can access services and supports and connect with other families. They can enjoy a range of activities, participate in playgroups, explore the indoor and outdoor play spaces and parents and caregivers can participate in parenting skills programs. Families can see a Child Health and Parenting Service nurse for health checks and access social workers, speech pathologists, and psychologists just like Kate. 🌱 Read Kate's story: bit.ly/k_jensen 📷 Nick H Visuals #Tasmanian #BeTasmanian Kate is featured in partnership with our friends at the Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) Tasmania.

We love hearing from our wonderful teaching staff, especially on World Teacher's Day. Their passion and care truly shines through in these wonderful messages. Thank you for all that you do! #WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers

Today is World Teachers’ Day! 🧑🏫 Let's celebrate and thank our teachers for their dedication and passion for educating and inspiring our children. Thank you for making a difference every single day. #WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers