May 4, 2023

Perth teacher and mental health advocate, Tegan Clinch, shares her inspiring story and tales from the classroom. “In the first year of teaching my Deputy told me that it is okay to let your guard down. That you’re allowed to let your students get to know you. And I think it’s a great piece of […]

Rural English teacher, Lilly Daly, shares insights from her time in the classroom. “My students have reminded me to appreciate the small things in life. Even on the hardest days, my students will continue to find excitement and good in some of the funniest places, from finding a sharp pencil on the ground to having

A PEEK INSIDE POLLYANNA CRAWFORD’S LIFE + CAREER IN EDUCATION. Inspiring + wise with experience, Polly humbly shares with us a peek into her life as the Principal of a Primary School in Cunnamulla. We stripped back the formalities and had a down-to-earth conversation with her. A country girl at heart with an outlook on

Prison Educator, Beth Deacon, shares her unique story and insights on her book and upcoming film, “7 Doors Out”. “Be brave enough to make a change. My students were brave enough to step through Door 7 and into the classroom which many had not stepped in for many years.  They took a risk and raised

“Get support. This is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of courage – looking after yourself is number one in the game of teaching. Value yourself enough to pay for this to happen – you will get so much more out of it as you are invested.” Tell us a little bit

Teacher and leader in Learning Support, Emily Dalglish, shares her authentic stories from life in the classroom. “Be open to collaboration and don’t be afraid to ask and accept help from your colleagues. We are all at school for the same purpose and many hands make light work.“ BTC: Can you tell us a little

Founder of Share, Teach and Reach Development Project, Catherine McAleer, shares her inspiring story as an educator and humanitarian. “You cannot fill from an empty bucket. You will never be able to do all that you think you have to. Teaching is like that, there will always be something that needs to be done. You

Classroom Hero, Vanessa Alexander, shares her experience in self-preservation as a teacher and principal. “I remember in my first term of teaching, in my first year. I was 21 and I was trying to understand how I could get my work done and live my life. So, I decided to put together a timetable for

Tanya Williams, Advocate and Teacher, shares the inspiring details of her journey in the Education System. “So many children do not have someone to advocate on their behalf. I believe teachers are a unique part of the puzzle, where we are positioned to advocate for the child. Whether to parents, education or health professionals, teachers

Twins, Andrea Isles + Melinda Wheeler from Mackay, Queensland share with us what it really takes to be mothers + teachers working in regional + rural schools in Australia. Do teachers really need to put in a million hours of overtime to feel like they are working hard enough? Can there really be a work