‘If we could get every teacher to move every student in their class up at least one competency level, the overall impact on the system, on the country, would be enormous. Just one level of competency….’ Emeritus Professor Patrick Griffin talks about the importance of moving to a competency-based curriculum and the need for principals … Read more
‘Get this region out of the Herald Sun.’ These were Minister Lynne Kosky’s pleas to newly-appointed Northern Metropolitan Regional Director, Wayne Craig. What happened during the next eight years involved developing and implementing a courageous narrative of school regeneration and school improvement. Transcript Loretta 00:03 You’re listening to Loretta Piazza experienced school principal, mentor, and … Read more
‘Listen girlie…’ A former Regional Director recalls the challenges associated with lifting standards. In six years, Katherine Henderson took the Western Metropolitan Region from basket case to the highest performing in the state of Victoria. Here’s how she did it…. Transcript Loretta 00:03 You’re listening to Loretta Piazza, experienced school principal, mentor and coach. And … Read more