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Jane Simmons PSM

@janesim73932443

Deputy Director - General, Education ACT

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As our education system continues to grow and evolve the ACT Government is considering a range of legislative improvements. We want to your feedback to ensure we meet community expectations. Head to Your Say bit.ly/3n3QiBv. Feedback closes at 11:59pm on 6 June 2023.

As our education system continues to grow and evolve the ACT Government is considering a range of legislative improvements. We want to your feedback to ensure we meet community expectations. Head to Your Say bit.ly/3n3QiBv. Feedback closes at 11:59pm on 6 June 2023.
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What a fantastic start to Term 2! Our Photo of the Week comes from Richardson Primary School, who held its Term 2 BBQ Breakfast for families today. šŸ½ļø A big thanks goes to Mr Smith and Kylie for cooking and creating a wonderful opportunity to connect for the term ahead⭐

What a fantastic start to Term 2! 

Our Photo of the Week comes from Richardson Primary School, who held its Term 2 BBQ Breakfast for families today. šŸ½ļø

A big thanks goes to Mr Smith and Kylie for cooking and creating a wonderful opportunity to connect for the term ahead⭐
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eSafety is more important than ever. We work with our students on being empowered with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to learn online safely. Read about our comprehensive approach to eSafety in ACT public schools here: ow.ly/LJF250O4tPW

eSafety is more important than ever. We work with our students on being empowered with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to learn online safely.

Read about our comprehensive approach to eSafety in ACT public schools here: ow.ly/LJF250O4tPW
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Students, staff, and visitors are reminded to: Stay home if you’re unwell and get tested for COVID-19 Stay up to date with your vaccinations Practise good hand and respiratory hygiene Physically distance from others when in public places More info: ow.ly/cosg50Ogs86

Students, staff, and visitors are reminded to:
Stay home if you’re unwell and get tested for COVID-19
Stay up to date with your vaccinations
Practise good hand and respiratory hygiene
Physically distance from others when in public places

More info: ow.ly/cosg50Ogs86
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Congratulations to Rebecca Pearce, appointed Principal of the new high school in Kenny (East Gungahlin)! Leading Canberra’s 91st public school, she will work with the emerging community of Kenny and the surrounding area in the lead up to the school opening in 2024 and beyond.

Congratulations to Rebecca Pearce, appointed Principal of the new high school in Kenny (East Gungahlin)! Leading Canberra’s 91st public school, she will work with the emerging community of Kenny and the surrounding area in the lead up to the school opening in 2024 and beyond.
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Today is National Sorry Day. We acknowledge all of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers, educators, students and all members of our school communities for the significant contribution they make to our ACT public schools. Be a Voice for Generations #NRW2023

Today is National Sorry Day. We  acknowledge all of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers, educators, students and all members of our school communities for the significant contribution they make to our ACT public schools.

Be a Voice for Generations #NRW2023
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CARING FOR NGUNNAWAL COUNTRY We are so fortunate to have Uncle Adrian & Jed Brown lead our cultural burning caring for Country activities. Today was a great day of learning for the Birrigai Outdoor School team as well as being a very successful burn. Also thanks to ACT RuralFireService for your support

CARING FOR NGUNNAWAL COUNTRY
We are so fortunate to have Uncle Adrian  &amp; Jed Brown lead our cultural burning caring for Country activities. Today was a great day of learning for the <a href="/BirrigaiEdu/">Birrigai Outdoor School</a> team as well as being a very successful burn. Also thanks to <a href="/ACTRFS/">ACT RuralFireService</a> for your support
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To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the ACT School system, we chatted with former executive of the Campbell P&C, Lois Perry. P&C Associations provide an important platform for communities to advocate for change and improvements in schools. Full story at ow.ly/pJnq50OF7LH

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the ACT School system, we chatted with former executive of the Campbell P&amp;C, Lois Perry. P&amp;C Associations provide an important platform for communities to advocate for change and improvements in schools. Full story at ow.ly/pJnq50OF7LH
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Majura Primary School recently hosted the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley in recognition of the National Simultaneous Story Time. They read ā€˜The Speedy Sloth’ to a year 1 class and signed the book afterwards which is now available for borrowing from the school library.

Majura Primary School recently hosted the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley in recognition of the National Simultaneous Story Time. They read ā€˜The Speedy Sloth’ to a year 1 class and signed the book afterwards which is now available for borrowing from the school library.
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37 ACT public schools are receiving upgrades from the Public School Infrastructure Renewal Program. Projects include improved classrooms, new and upgraded outdoor learning areas, walkways, access ramps, staff facilities and school signage. For more, visit ow.ly/arLU50OMt15

37 ACT public schools are receiving upgrades from the Public School Infrastructure Renewal Program. Projects include improved classrooms, new and upgraded outdoor learning areas, walkways, access ramps, staff facilities and school signage. For more, visit ow.ly/arLU50OMt15
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Nominations for the 2023 ACT Public Education Awards are OPEN! It's time to recognise high-performing school leaders, teachers, school support staff, allied health professionals and volunteers in our ACT public schools and Support Office. Nominate now: ow.ly/9R8L50ORoB7

Nominations for the 2023 ACT Public Education Awards are OPEN! 

It's time to recognise high-performing school leaders, teachers, school support staff, allied health professionals and volunteers in our ACT public schools and Support Office. Nominate now: ow.ly/9R8L50ORoB7
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The ACT Government investment on new and upgraded public schools will total more than $800 mil over the next four years with additional funding from the 2023/24 ACT Budget. Read more about the largest ever infrastructure spend for ACT public schools at: bit.ly/3NHilRH

The ACT Government investment on new and upgraded public schools will total more than $800 mil over the next four years with additional funding from the 2023/24 ACT Budget. Read more about the largest ever infrastructure spend for ACT public schools at: bit.ly/3NHilRH
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This morning Throsby School hosted Mix 106.3 for Kristen’s Dance Do-Over. The broadcast raised more than $12,000 for Give Me Five for Kids, supporting children in need at Canberra Hospital. Well done to all involved!

This morning Throsby School hosted Mix 106.3 for Kristen’s Dance Do-Over. The broadcast raised more than $12,000 for Give Me Five for Kids, supporting children in need at Canberra Hospital.

Well done to all involved!
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The new Child Safe Principles Guide for ACT public schools strengthens existing safety culture & commitment to keep children/young people safe. NAPCAN National Child Protection Week reminds everyone of their obligation to promote a safe life for every child/young person

The new Child Safe Principles Guide for ACT public schools strengthens existing safety culture &amp; commitment to keep children/young people safe. <a href="/NAPCAN_AU/">NAPCAN</a> National Child Protection Week reminds everyone of their obligation to promote a safe life for every child/young person
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Congratulations to our Bonython team who won an award yesterday for the outstanding commitment to supporting Professional Experience Students. We support over 100 students every year! Growing our profession!!

Congratulations to our Bonython team who won an award yesterday for the outstanding commitment to supporting Professional Experience Students.

We support over 100 students every year! Growing our profession!!
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Congratulations to our Bonython Leadership and Teaching team who were Public Education Award winners. Our award was Excellence in Innovation. Amanda Hawkins @marc_warwick Marissa Owens

Congratulations to our Bonython Leadership and Teaching team who were Public Education Award winners.

Our award was Excellence in Innovation. <a href="/AHawk027/">Amanda Hawkins</a> @marc_warwick <a href="/MarissaOwens24/">Marissa Owens</a>
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There are so many people who have travelled the path with us to develop our First Nations Truth Telling Program. We are incredibly proud to win the 2023 ACT Public Schools Award for Excellence in Cultural Integrity on behalf of them & thanks also to Grant Sarra for mentoring us ā¤ļøšŸ–¤šŸ’›

There are so many people who have travelled the path with us to develop our First Nations Truth Telling Program. We are incredibly proud to win the 2023 <a href="/ACTEducation/">ACT Public Schools</a> Award for Excellence in Cultural Integrity on behalf of them &amp; thanks also to Grant Sarra for mentoring us ā¤ļøšŸ–¤šŸ’›