NT Education and Training

✈️Dripstone students take on Singapore!

Earlier this month, Dripstone Secondary College Silver Duke of Edinburgh Ambassadors travelled to Singapore as part of their Adventurous Journey component of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 🏆

From exploring🧐 iconic Singapore destinations including Universal Studios, Singapore Zoo and Gardens by the Bay, to enjoying plenty of hot pot🍲, Korean BBQ and karaoke nights🎤, students experienced the best of Singapore both in and out of the classroom.

The most meaningful part of the journey was bringing students together with their new friends from Jurongville Secondary School, after months of connecting through online calls. 💻🤝

The visit coincided with National Singapore Day celebrations🎉 allowing students the opportunity to truly immerse themselves in rich culture and traditions.

A huge thank you to Jurongville Secondary School for welcoming our students and helping make this incredible cultural exchange possible. 😄

Also, a special thank you to Dripstone Secondary College teachers Ms Kuo and Mr K, and community sponsors for helping make this trip a reality. 🙌

Have you completed the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 yet? 🧐

This annual survey gives students, school staff and families the opportunity to share their thoughts and help support the future of Territory schools.

📞Contact your school today to complete the survey.

Survey closes 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟰 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. 📅

To learn more, visit 👉 https://education.nt.gov.au/statistics-research-and-strategies/school-survey

National Science Week on display at Jingili Primary Schools annual fair! 🥳✨📡

This week, Jingili Primary School held their Science Fair which saw Preschool to Year 6 students engage in a variety of science investigations to create interest, stimulate curiosity and explore science. 👌

In its 13th year😄, the event gives students the opportunity to not only demonstrate their scientific knowledge but also their ability to apply scientific methods to question, investigate, collect and interpret information.

The school science fair continues to spark curiosity, build problem-solving skills, encourage critical thinking and foster lifelong learning! 🙌

A massive thanks to Principal Mark Mangohig and the school’s Science Specialist Teacher Yvonne Vrodos for helping deliver another amazing year of the much-loved science fair. 🎉

✨🎉📣50 years of Wanguri Primary School!

Last Friday, past and present students, staff and families came together to mark the incredible half a century milestone of learning at Wanguri.

The anniversary event included a smoking ceremony by Larrakia Nation, a didgeridoo performance, school tours, student performances and fun family activities. 😄🙌

A commemorative plaque was also unveiled, putting a permanent mark in the school grounds to honour the special occasion.

We are incredibly proud of Wanguri’s ongoing achievements since the school doors first opened in 1976, and can’t wait for the next 50 years!

Congratulations Wanguri Primary School. ❤🥳

Heads up future educators! The 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁: 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 applications are closing soon.

🎓 Scholarships are valued at $𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 and are for students studying:

-Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

👉 To apply head to GrantsNT and search for “Quality First” - https://grantsnt.nt.gov.au/🔍

Take the next big step in your early childhood education journey!

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟭 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

🎉𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀 – 𝗚𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗵𝗮𝗻 🎉

In 2001, Gavin Khan began his career as a principal in regional South Australia. Now the principal of Alpurrurulam School in the Barkly region, he loves the very remote community and continues to find joy in helping others.

🗨️ “I grew up in a small remote town and have always appreciated the need for quality education, regardless of your geographical isolation, cultural identity and background, or social and economic status. This experience taught me about the importance of learning both ways with family, in community and on country”.

Having also worked in regional offices and universities, Gavin values the many people he has met and learned from along the way, who have contributed greatly to his passion and drive for education.

When Gavin isn’t with his students, he is an avid reader and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family. During the school holidays, he also loves travelling overseas to learn about different cultures, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food! 😀

Gavin is an inspiring leader with supportive advice for new principals.

🗨️ “Find yourself a mentor, coach, or trusted friend, as relationships are central to everything you do. Have a sense of humour and be humble. Seek to understand others, listen deeply, and be aware of the importance of good communication and honesty. Accept that you need a team of people around you, don't be afraid to ask for help, and believe in others. You will make mistakes and errors of judgement, but that’s okay. Learn from them and it will make you a better person and leader”.

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲? 🧐🎉

These annual awards shine a spotlight ✨ on outstanding achievers in the vocational education and training sector including local businesses, registered training organisations, apprentices, trainees, trainers and students.

Join us as we celebrate these achievers! 😁

Purchase your tickets now via 👉 https://aapevents.eventsair.com/nttagala26/registration.

🎉𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀 – 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 🎉

For almost 30 years, May Martin has worked in the education sector across a range of roles, including teacher assistant, regional advisor, system leader and more.
Now the principal of Timber Creek School, May remains a passionate advocate for learning. ❤️

🗨️ “Every role has shaped the leader I am today, but being a principal has given me the opportunity to bring those experiences together to help build a school where every child, family and staff member feels they belong.”

🗨️ “Seeing children grow in confidence, staff develop their skills and communities work alongside schools is what motivates me every day.”

Living in the remote Big Rivers region, May has a special appreciation for nature. She spends her spare time exploring the Territory’s landscapes while continuing to develop her skills to help make a difference in her school.

Her advice to new principals is inspiring.

🗨️ “Listen more than you speak, never stop learning and remember that leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating the conditions where everyone can contribute, grow and succeed together.”

🎉𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀 – 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗝𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 🎉

In 2006, Clare Jelley began her teaching career in the small community of Elcho Island. Now, 20 years later, she is proud to lead as Principal of the community school, Shepherdson College.

🗨️ “I've come and gone over the years, but in total I’ve spent almost 15 years at Shepherdson, and it has truly become home.”

🗨️ “Our students are incredible, the community is so welcoming and every day is different. Many days I feel like I've learned more than I've taught! Seeing students grow in confidence, celebrate success and achieve things they didn't think were possible is what makes this role so rewarding.”

When Clare is not at school with her students, she remains a strong part of the community, playing in the local mixed volleyball competition, as well as enjoying board games and karaoke nights with her friends and family. She is also a frequent visitor to the homeland communities, where she spends time with her adopted family, enjoying camping, fishing and time on country. ☺️

Her advice to new and aspiring principals?

🗨️ “Stick with it! The beginning can feel pretty challenging and overwhelming, and there will always be difficult days, but remember why you chose education in the first place. Seeing students learn and thrive, and the relationships you build with students and staff, makes all the hard work worthwhile.”