I recently read an article in the Sydney Morning Herald entitled “Education is not just about getting a job” by Aurelien Mondon. Oh how I yearn for all young people (and certain parents) to read that article.
It is wise to set goals; after all, setting goals helps one’s motivation. However, when it comes to studying, [...]
There’s been a great deal said about the federal government’s “myschool” website. The very thought of it has polarised some sections of the community. Personally, as a father of two, the opportunity to “compare” schools is of no interest to me. My kids go to the local public school and that’s not about to change [...]
I didn’t like school, in fact, I struggled most of the time to take even a passing interest. I never wagged a day in my life out of respect for my parents. What didn’t I like? I never felt interested in how things were taught, I always felt like my (young) life could be better [...]