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Everyone plays a role in making public schools a great place to learn & grow.

Every day, remarkable things happen in our public schools—students have transformative moments and teachers experience incredibly rewarding moments.

At the heart of these moments are the powerful relationships between teachers and students—bonds that spark curiosity, build confidence, and grow futures.

Teachers are deeply committed to the wellbeing of every student, working tirelessly to create safe, supportive spaces where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Everyone plays a role in making public schools great places to learn and grow

At the heart of these moments are the powerful relationships between teachers and students—bonds that spark curiosity, build confidence, and grow futures.

Too often, these positive stories go unheard.

It’s time to change that.

By sharing the real experiences from inside our schools—stories of growth, resilience, care, and transformation—we not only build confidence in public education, we strengthen trust and show what’s possible when schools are supported.

Together we are supporters, trusted leaders, and partners in education—committed to our teachers, our students, and the futures we’re growing in every public school

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Real Stories

For me, it's always been about the community. It's about everyone coming together. That's a team
Brett Summers
Aboriginal Community Education Officer - Aldinga Payinthi College
Public education has provided me with the skills and knowledge to confidently lead & help others
Alice McMurray
Student - Clare High School
I champion student success by empowering student leaders to support their peers and adapt to challenges
Pepe Bouzalas
Deputy Principal - Roma Mitchell Secondary College
In public schools there is more variety of kids which is more reflective of the world we are entering
Eli
Student - Springbank Secondary College
We thrive on coaching students to be the best version of themselves
Natasa Penna
Principal - Banksia Park International High School
Outstanding public schools dont just teach - they build a lasting culture of learning
Ben Gill
Chair Governing Council - Glenunga International High School
When we work together as a community of learners, our student thrive and excel
Anthony van Ruiten
Principal - Willunga High School
Empowering student to excel by nurturing effective learning skills for lifelong success
Paul Davies
Assistant Principal - Underdale High School

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Image: Connecting for Equity & Community, Annette Williams – 2023
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