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Do we strengthen public education or dismantle its core principles? Study reveals the brain advantages that AI still can't match. One in Four Humanities students in Australia take more than 25 years to pay off student loans, Treasury finds. Scotland- Education Union leaders stress importance of global solidarity. Worldwide- Violent attacks on schools, pupils and staff internationally up by 40%.   A job that changed me- teaching in a juvenile detention centre.Great State School of the Week- Parkville Collegewww.adogs.info

Accounting tricks in bi-lateral funding agreements favour private schools. Schools for the Future Inquiry travels to NSW. Parliamentary group planned to review religious organisations' charity status in UK. International - Echoes of history, oligarchs and education. Changing the approach to strengthen literacy in primary years. Great State School of the Week- Kunyung Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Independent schools own up to major flaw in the private school funding model. The Conservative "plan" to dismantle public schools is entering the home stretch. Students would save $3B over a decade if Labor changed HECS indexation date by 5 months. Coalition confirms support for religious 'freedom' in schools. International- The commodification of education. Celebrating Public Education Day in Australia with former Sylvania High school student Kathy Lette and her teacher Rob Adams.Great State School of the Week- Sylvania High Schoolwww.adogs.info

Victorian teachers are very, very restive and unhappy with the proposed in-principal agreement-  their analysis is available here- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nyfPM0K6PxJ4i_5r4TFZG0H5JkbaEUSL/view?usp=drive_link Australian schooling needs restructuring, but who will do it? The Budget was meant to be about fairness- so why are young people still paying $52K for a degree? School students digital literacy at a new low. Argentina- Huge cuts to higher education US- Education privatisation propaganda is worsening. Calls for Tasmanian free school lunch plan to roll-out nationally. One shop in Brunswick supporting public schools. AEU calls for submissions on school infrastructure, visit- https://www.schoolsforourfuture.org.au/make-a-submission Great State School of the Week- Viewbank Primary SchoolRadiothon is fast approaching! PLEASE pledge a donation to help the DOGS and 3CR stay on air. The DOGS target is $4500- every dollar counts! Pledge now, pay later! All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Call the station and pledge to the DOGS on 03 94198377 or visit 3cr.org.au/donatewww.adogs.info

Australia is kidding itself about private schools- Caro.  NSW independent schools enroll very few low SES students. RSA urges reform on religious charities. The Marist Brothers' cruel treatment of abuse survivors. Inside Microsoft's big AI play for Australian classrooms. The Canvas hack- is it ever a good idea to pay a ransom, and what happens to the data? Great State School of the Week- Jacana School for AustismIt's almost time for 3CR's annual Radiothon! The DOGS  target is $4500- if you're able to pledge a donation, please contact the station (during business hours) on 03 94198377. Every bit counts, pledge now and pay later, all donations over $2 are tax deductible.Help Keep 3CR and the DOGS on air for another year.www.adogs.info

Integration of Private into Public is not the answer to the education question. "I knew my writing students were using AI"- a teaching moment. ITALY- Students and teachers strike against right-wing reforms and militarisation. GERMANY- More than 50,000 students expected to strike over Gernman rearmament policy. Sydney Peace Prize recipient shares her public education story.Great State School of the Week- Swan Hill College Radiothon is coming up soon! The DOGS have a arget of $4500- if you are able to pledge a donation, please contact the station (during business hours) on 03 94198377. Every dollar counts, pledge now and pay later, all donatioons over $2 are tax deductible. Help keep 3CR and the DOGS on air for another year.www.adogs.info

Victorian budget must fix public school funding crisis. Why listening to teachers matters more than ever. Caro- Our kids are segregated in every way imaginable. Social mobility is the key to growth in Australia. Russia- Russian schools warn students of life in prison for treason and the dangers of VPNs. Canada- Canadian Jewish schools hit with complaint over alleged support of Isreali military.Great State School of the Week- Cranbourne West Primarywww.adogs.info3CR's Annual Radiothon is coming up soon! The DOGS have a target of $4500 to reach by the 13th of June! If you are able to pledge a donation, please visit-www.3cr.org.au/donate or call 03 9419 8377 during business hours (Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm). Every donation, large or small, counts and keeps 3CR on air.

Educational equality should start with equal schools. Australia's school system is driving inequality, not fixing it.  Over-worked and under-paid- teachers escalate action. What does disadvantage in Australia look like? In some schools, Chatbots interrogate students about their work. But the AI revolution has some teachers worried. Overseas- Why education in Tunisia has stalled since 2023, E.R.R.C. takes legal action for Romani refugee children who are denied education. School infrastructure inquiry travels to Perth.Great State School of the Week- Aspendale Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Ben Carroll misrepresents Gonski report on Capital Funding. Parents sound the alarm on maintenance as school roof collapses. Private schools' teams of executives earning $5m+.  Teacher's Union prepares for  further action. Is Australia's university empire losing global appeal? US- Chinese capital circling Trump's school voucher gold rush. Dog-eared page turners- canines help young readers.Great State School of the Week- Bondi Beach Public Schoolwww.adogs.info

Under-funded public schools, over funded private ones- the gap grows. Public school teachers, principals and education support staff stopwork. Australian universities have found themselves in crisis- but it's been decades in the making. Why Chinese student numbers are expected to take a 'sharp turn for the worse' in Australia. Africa- Chalk, Courage and Climate Change. Latin America- At the forefront of chess in education policy.The public school parents fighting the flight to private schools.Great State School of the Week-  Glebe Public Schoolwww.adogs.info

Special episode dedicated to the AEUVIC's landmark protest on Tuesday 24th of March.Special thanks to 3CR's Annie McLoughlin from the Stick Together program (WED 8:30AM) and Solidarity Breakfast (SAT 7:30AM) for generously sharing her audio from the event.www.adogs.info

Public school teachers are fed up and will stop work on March 24th! Massive under-funding blamed as students  enrolled in Australian public schools falls to new low. "We need stronger public education to promote social cohesion"- Cobbold and Sahlberg unabridged. "20,000" teachers locked out by broken system. International students accuse Australian Government of treating them like ATMs, after fees for one Visa doubles without warning. Middle East- effects of war on students. Brazil- Use of questionable AI software in the classroom.South Sydney High School named on the HSC Most Improved list for second year in a row.Great State School of the Week- South Sydney High Schoolwww.adogs.info

Public education and social cohesion. An experiment- Asking AI about social cohesion in Australia. The segregation of Australia's school system grows as exodus to private schools continues. "It's like having a luxury handbag"- Private school enrollments grow despite costs.Mozambique- NGO denounces government approach to higher education. UAE- Moving Spring break for schools and universities. US- San Diego school lay-offs expose union betrayal and the deepening assault on public education.Great State School of the Week- Rowville Primary School

"Choose Peace"- Sam Lewis Peace Prize winner urges. Increase in religious schools and home-schooling could prevent "deeper social cohesion", Julian Hill says.  AEU launches inquiry into public school infrastructure. News on AEU VIC industrial disputes and recent early childhood educators strike. South Australian Greens candidate's response to the Save Our Schools election questions. South Australian Labor candidate promises to "wipe" public schools fees if elected. UK- Could joining the state sector be an option for private schools? US- Bible-infused curriculum in Texas contains THOUSANDS of errors, with tax-payers footing the bill for corrections.Australia's first DEAFBLIND Class created in mainstream public school.Great State School of the Week- Abbotsford Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Why do Labor governments continue to short-change public education in favour of the private sector? $38 BILLION infrastructure gap as public schools left behind. School outcomes and funding in South Australia. TAFE workforce stretched to breaking point. UK- Private special school fees capped in "profit before children" crackdown. & Exploring phone-free schools.State school teachers threaten to strike as pay talks stall.Great State School of the Week- Romsey Park Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Government funding still stacked against Public Education. Teachers priced out of the classroom. Public school staff to stop work on March 24th. US- Texas Democratic Senate Candidate James Talarico speaks to Stephen Colbert about Separation of Church and State.  VANUATU- Teachers advocate for increased and sustained investment in public education. Great State School of the Week- South Melbourne Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

AEUVIC Petition on Education funding cuts, to sign, click - HERE Strengthening a public good for common good. Teachers spend $175M of their own money to keep classrooms running. Why schools hold the key to making the social media ban stick. UK- Gov. update collective worship guidance for England's schools US- Mississippi Senate Committee kills House school "choice" measure.Great State School of the Week- Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School (VCASS)www.adogs.info

NOT the "Education" State - slogan rings hollow as Victorian public schools remains underfunded. AEUVIC calls for members to vote for Industrial action. Premier Allan tries to block action but Fair Work Commission rejects Gov proposal. FIJI- UNESCO helping Fijian classrooms teach feelings and not just facts. EQUADOR- Yachay Wasi teaches climate change lessons through indigenous language and a garden. Letters to the Australian on whether to pay private school fees or save for a child's house deposit.Great State School of the Week- Balmoral High Schoolwww.adogs.info

Industrial action for teachers in Victoria! Allan gov tries to block action, we'll keep you updated..  Public education makes economic strength for parents.  Caro on How public schools will start the year. Parents look for ways to save as they start the new year. US- Knowing your rights in your school district, plus violation of amendments. The quiet slide in school attendance. Great State School of the Week- Mortlake Collegewww.adogs.info

The "WHY NOT NOW?" campaign- more details. Impact over income - a striking number of Gen Z-ers are becoming teachers. AI- in teaching, plus fears of a social divide. School meals - Where Australia falls behind. UK- Teachers walk-out over working conditions in Manchester. Korea- Korean language studies become a mainstream choice, India-specific textbook project. Remote schools claims National Arts honours. Mt Lockyer teacher wins award for Noongar coding.Great State School of the Week- Mt Lockyer Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

US Supporters of Public Education fight privatisation, Celebrating Traditional K-12 Public Education.SPECIAL- We talk with teacher Chris Jobe about the new WHY NOT NOW? campaign, seeking 1.25M signatures,calling for the full funding of public schools NOW. To join in and be part of this campaign, please contact Chris at [email protected] shows that inequaity endures. OS- Papua New Guniea, underpaid teachers, South Africa- A focus on improving schooling.Great State School of the Week- Mickleham Secondary Collegewww.adogs.info

Public Education Foundation Scholarships. AEUVIC notice of regional meetings in early February. How Americans United for Separation of Church and State fought Trump. Why 2026 will be a pivotal year fopr the school workforce. OS- Venezuela, Anatomy of a Fall, Venezuela's Collapsing Education System.Great State School of the Week- Kempsey High Schoolwww.adogs.info

The state of public education is a growing concern for many parents, teachers and community members. Not the "education state"- Public school staff rally at parliament. Challenging the Narrative.  New research uncovers emotional burden carried by public school principals. OS- Argentia: cuts to public education after US cash injection Lagos: Developing a competetive public education system. Back in Australia- Education leaders urge media to end harmful school league tables.Great State School of the Week- Wycheproof P-12 Collegewww.adogs.info

Revisiting the Protest demanding FULL FUNDING NOW.This protest took place on Wednesday, 12th of November outside the offices of Anthony Carbine MP in Heidelberg. Many passionate teachers, education aids, principals, parents, students and school communities gathered to pressure the Victorian Government to fully fund PUBLIC SCHOOLS NOW. Despite being the "Education State", Victoria's public schools are among the least funded in Australia, and our public school teachers are the lowest paid in the country. The struggle continues, join the fight!(Special thanks again to Jordan and Mary from 3CR's Friday Green Left Breakfast and Karina, awesome volunteer and 3CR Breakfast producer!)Great State School of the week- Essenden North Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Special on the Public Meeting in Glenroy in early December, discussing ways to pressure the Victorian government to commit to funding public schools NOW. Some of the issues at play are- 1. The fact that Victorian public schools are among the least funded in the country.2. Victorian teachers are the lowest paid in the country.3. "Full" Gonski funding is not scheduled until 2031, and even then is the BARE MINIMUM as it only claims to bring basic numeracy and literacy to 80% of students.4. The community NEEDS to support teachers in any industrial action they may be forced to take.Great State School of the Week- Beverley Hills Primary Schoolswww.adogs.info

Increasing bureaucracy swallows more public school funding- Cobbold. $40K teachers scholarship open for 2026. Education leaders call on Newscorp to cease "harmful" NAPLAN league tables.UK- State schools surge in performance. AFRICA- Every child deserves foundational education DENMARK- Mobile device free Primary and lower-secondary school aggreement. Australia- The secret sauce powering the schools punching above their weight in NAPLANGreat State School of the Week- Springvale Rise Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

The case for full service schools in Australia. OECD survey shows Australia's teachers have a very heavy workload. OS- UK- Schools urged to trial 4-day week THAI- Thai and Finnish universities hold forum to advance Thai education sector GERMANY- Bishop releases education guidelines that affirm gender diversity. Australia- After 50 suspensions, Britnie ended up at a school of last resort. Experts say her success should be the norm.Great State School of the Week- The Pavillion Schoolwww.adogs.info

Upcoming Public Meeting to pressure the Vic Gov to commit to fully fund public schools- we speak with Daryl Croke about the issues at play. All welcome to the meeting -Thursday 4th December at Glenroy Community Hub (50 Wheatsheaf Rd Glenroy) from 6pm-8pm. Come and have your say- the more voices the better!What fully funded public schools could do. OS- Geoff looks at some of the oldest public schools in the world US- the attack on traditional K-12 public education.Great State School of the Week- Glenroy Central Primary, includes music from the students, full "School Values Rap" here- https://www.glenroycentralps.vic.edu.au/www.adogs.info

This week, we feature audio from the recent AEU VIC Funding Protest that took place outside the offices of Anthony Carbine in Heidelberg on the 12th of November. This rally asked the question of the Victorian State Government- where is the $2,4billion that was promised to public schools. Many passionate public education activists shared their thoughts, experiences and frustrations providing insight into how the continued under-funding of public schools plays out in real terms.DOGS would like to thank awesome volunteers Jordan and Mary from Green Left Radio (Friday Breakfast on 3CR) and Kari from 3CR's Breakfast programming for their skills in obtaining the audio. Also huge thanks to Daryl Croke for letting us know about this important action.Great State School of the Week- Heidelberg Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

New report ignites School Funding Fairness debate. Diabolical- why Australia's teacher shortages are among the worst in the world and who is suffering most. Private schools hike fees by thousands. AEU calls for targeted investment to meet the needs of every child. US-  Florida officials created a universal school voucher plan- and now they're furious that Islamic schools are participating. Florida's ideological takeover of education, and much more. Empassioned speech from Tasmanian Teacher at a recent rally. A Melbourne school hired a chef and it was an instant hit with staff and students.Great State School of the Week- Wirrigirri Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Cobbold vindicated. Information on upcoming rally. Major reforms aim to lift teaching and learning across Australia. Students systematically denied access to inclusive education. US- remebering why there's a special education law, and more. Australia's most surprising STEM powerhouse.Great State School of the Week- Murrumbidgee Regional High School Griffithwww.adogs.info

Allan government's classroom device plans "laughable" while public schools are the lowest funded.  Australia has among the highest teacher shortages in the OECD. Schools agreement fails to fully fund Tasmanian public schools. Campus leaders mobilise to battle Trump's anti'education 'compact'.  Teachers in Australia must not be over-burdened in anti-bullying response. Boosting equity and safety for Australian children (Content warning- mention of child sexual abuse) US- Nearly all state funding for vouchers in Missouri used for religious schools, Letter to Max WallaceGreat State School of the Week- Glenroy Collegewww.adogs.info

Government still considering recommendations regarding charities. SA public schools remain underfunded. How the ALP out-sourced the soul of higher education. How Australian schools are using AI in 2025. A Wyoming county learns an expensive lesson on banning books. US- Special education civil rights lawsuits. Landmark initiative to boost inclusive education in Australia.Great State School of the Week- Yarraville West Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

QLD public schools remain underfunded despite funding boost. Will teachers save our democracy? Trump officials reportedly consider selling student loan debt to private investors. UK- International Baccalaureate defunded? US- The activists who want to dismantle public schools are now running the Dept of Education - full article HERE Australian teachers resilient amid intense pressures. What makes an award-winning student well-being program?Great State School of the Week- Loganlea State High Schoolwww.adogs.info

Keep Church and State forever separated- USA House resolution recalls a150 year old speech.  New Schools Agreement shows public schools will remain underfunded in 2034.  A look at the far-right figures teaching at a Sydney college. NSWTF asks members- have you been underpaid too? US- 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, the city's all-charter schools system is failing many families. Breaking up public schools is dangerously dividing the nation. Australian teachers left in the dark on managing student pain.Great State School of the Week- Loch Sport Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

The segregation crisis in school funding- Caro. Australians fed up with inequity in schools- survey shows. Courses within teaching, languages and media among hundreds to be slashed across Australian universties. Rationalist Society  questions WA government over Department's use of "values education" propaganda line. Non-bimary teacher takes Catholic school to court over refusal to use preferred pronouns. US- Publicly-funded schools system with zero accountability. UK- UK Government accepts and supports state school race discrimination & Faith school which bans women wearing trousers becomes state funded. Great State School of the Week - Birchip P-12 Collegewww.adogs.info

The role of public schools in the current political climate.  Potential for social progress undermined by attacks on universities. School funding - time to break the mould? Shoebridge questions over delay in proposed charities reforms. Productivity reforms must support teachers, not reshape their profession. UK- Private schools face Ofsted inspection cost hike US- Shocking efforts to end public schooling, American-Indian Border schools and Leonard Peltier. Great State School of the Week - Ultimo Public Schoolwww.adogs.info

USA's first religious "public" school. State school funding still falling short. New "super-bureaucracy" for schools- visionary reform or risky gamble? Tasmanian primary schools to be part of 'multi-school organisation' trial following a UK model. US- Nancy Flanagan on What I Still Believe About Public Education. Brazil- Ministry of Education, UNESCO and Hauwei launch open schools digital transformation projects. Australian kids prefer real life interactions over screens - research shows.Great State School of the Week- Suzanne Cory High Schoolwww.adogs.info

New NAPLAN results demand immediate funding increases in public schools. Victorian school staff protest $2.4B funding cuts to public schools. Don't blame AI for schooling decline. Australians evenly split on on teaching religion in state schools. US- Trump admin stops protecting students right to learn English Ukraine- Psycho-social and mental health in Ukranian education UK- Nurseries in schools. Growing change- a different kind of school garden program is improving student outcomes in Tasmania.Great State School of the Week - Moonah Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Backing for secular well-being officers on WA schools, in an effort to cease funding religious chaplain programs. After 15 months of negotiations and no pay offer - Victorian early educators start industrial action. Dr Anne Summers urges NSWTF Women's Conference to continue fighting to protect and advance women's rights. Why teachers are leaving the profession - and it's not about the money. UK- taking religious misogyny seriously in education. US- Why America still needs public schools. Inside Australia's School of the YearGreat State School of the Week- Hunter Sports Highwww.adogs.info

Something is rotten in Australia's tertiary education and UTS's suspension of teaching courses is one of its biggest disgraces. Courses within teaching, languages and media, among hundreds more, to be slashed. School principals unite on bold national agenda. 90% of teachers "severely stressed"- study. Child safety rapid review finds safety education and best interests of children must come first. US- Conservative unaccredited "university" reaches classrooms with narrative that "slavery wasn't so bad" among other far right ideologies.Great State School of the Week- St Albans Secondary Collegewww.adogs.info

Helping Australia's teachers share lesson plans could improve stagnating student results- Productivity Commission says. Productivity Commission misses the mark- says AEU. Single largest lobbying event at Victorian Parliament targets public school funding cuts. How Australia can create an equal education system. Catholic teachers chase 37% payrise. US- !0 Commandments in public schools? and more. A victory for the right to read.Great State School of the Week- Merewether High Schoolwww.adogs.info

The importance of separation of Religion from the State in Public Education- the current American experience. Inadequate reporting process masking discrimination in federally funded school "Chaplaincy" roles - says RSA. Bonner on Lessons for Australian Schooling. Victorian public school staff representative rallies outside parliament house.US- Immigrant children in Oklahoma live in fear, Friedman -The World We Knew Is Rapidly Slipping Away, US College students eager to engage in the Liberal Arts. Back in Australia- Equitable, fully funded Education is critical for Australia's productivity.Great State School of the Week- Albert Park Collegewww.adogs.info

NSW Religious schools see 30% rise in enrolments in a decade and it's not necessarily due to beliefs. Christian schools welcome Northern Territory's anti-discrimination bill. NT teachers say religious exemptions unnecessary and harmful. Principals push for urgent reform to save schools. When AI audits scholarly record, what will happen to public trust in science? Headmaster of KIngs school extends leave after allegedly "clipping" pupil on the head. US- How the Trump administration weilds Federal Government power over Public Education. Updated program seeks to increase QUALIFIED school counsellor numbers.Great State School of the Week- Mortlake Collegewww.adogs.info

The plight of religious liberty in the US. Brindabella Christian College may have been trading insolvent for years. Catholic magazine attacks NSW Education Secretary. NSW state schools see rise in number of disadvantaged students. US- rise in extremists and hatred fomented by current Administration.  AEU- Delivering an election victory for public education.Great State School of the Week- Creswick Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

NSWTF Conference speeches and decisions. Why AI skills should be taught alongside reading and writing. Principals call for change to Education research. Incels, misogyny, role models- what England's new relationships and sex education lessons will cover. UK- an American mum in the UK can't believe some things allowed by State school system (ignoring the fact that US charter schools do the same things) US- Abolishing the education department.Gret State School of the Week- Frankston High Schoolwww.adogs.info

How to disappear a problem- the school system has spent 50 years NOT fixing one of its central flaws. 20 richest WA private schools rake in nearly $50M in non-fee income. Wadonga teachers call for same pay and conditions as teachers across the border. US- schools brace for wave of parents seeking updates after Supreme Court ruling. India- religious intrusions into the classrom NSWTF Annual conference address.Great State School of the Week- Williamstown High Schoolwww.adogs.info

15 richest SA private schools rake in over $30M in non-fee income. Global solidarity with US educators. Thousands of Australian students to receive $331 for practical placements. AI revolution tests learning foundations. US- Catholic school fires teacher after husband's obituary reveals he is gay, and much more. Melb- inner city families deserve better plan for high school.Great State School of the week- Docklands Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

Where did our pollies go to school and where do they send their kids? Cruel joke- tax concession drives donations to Australia's richest schools and must stop - critics argue. Private schools cry poor over new tax bills. Canada- proposed 'charitable status' changes ignite debate. US- Teaching immigrant kids in Trump's LA.  UK - If you went to state school in Britain, do you feel life is rigged against you? Welcome to the 93%.Great State School of the Week- Ulverstone Secondary Collegewww.adogs.info

50 richest Vic private schools rake in over $150M in non-fee income. Fury over Allen government's cuts to public schools. Three steps to help public schools. A Diplomatic insolence. US- 10 commandments in the classroom. A promising practical solution - Sydney's new schools-based therapy changes how parents and teachers deal with bullying.Great State School of the Week- Ingleburn Public Schoolwww.adogs.info