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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

Schools in crisis globally.  Australia has 20,000 migrant teachers but is not using them- why? Caro on education. What will it take to make Australia's school system more equitable? The world's biggest education test to assess student's on AI literacy. Lebanon- UNESCO allocates support for continuity of education for displaced populations.US- Texas education board weighs reading list with bible passages for public schools.This week we start our series of Great State Schools that showed up to the teacher's strike to support their educators. Over 40 schools marched with the teachers and the DOGS are excited to tell you about them.Great State School of the Week- Sandringham Collegewww.adogs.info

Victorian teachers and Allan government on collision course. Resource increases in NSW private schools out-strip public schools. Teaching in the time of ChatGPT is to know pain.  Australia needs the Humanities now more than ever. Defending Public Education requires more  honesty, not less.www.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

"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

"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 -fullyfundpublicschools@proton.meCensus 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