Starting Practical Work with Junior Science in 2025? Some Things to Consider...

Posted by SASTA

on 17/02/2025

How Often Should Students Be Doing Practical Work? Aim to incorporate practical work at least once a week to keep students engaged in their learning. However, always ensure that each activity is relevant to the curriculum—practical work should never be done just for the sake of it! If it doesn't...

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Get to know your Board Members: Alexandra Fowler

Posted by SASTA

on 10/02/2025

Alexandra Fowler School / Organisation: Woomera Area School Current role: Teacher/Autism Inclusion Teacher What inspired you to become a science teacher? I honestly never wanted to be a teacher. The thing is I love sharing my knowledge and learning new things.  I did animal science and wanted to be vet....

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Science Starts Here: Tips to Kick-Start the School Year with Confidence

Posted by SASTA

on 30/01/2025

Starting a new school year can be exciting but also overwhelming. To help you get off to a strong start, we’ve gathered a collection of tips from experienced science teachers. Whether it’s getting your classroom organised, engaging students from day one, or planning your year in line with the curriculum,...

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2025 Adelaide Fringe Schools Program

Posted by SASTA

on 15/01/2025

Excursions With 160+ shows in the Schools Program, there’s something for all your students! Magic, circus, theatre, music… you name it. View the full Schools Program here. Incursions Bring the unforgettable performances and workshops directly to your school. Explore the artists making it easier than ever to experience the arts...

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Ediacaran Honour

Posted by SASTA

on 12/12/2024

During the last week of Term 4, some Year 8 students at Seymour College were lucky enough to rub shoulders with Ediacaran royalty, as Old Collegian, Mary Lou Simpson (McArthur, ’70) dropped into Barr Smith House for some morning tea. The students have recently been covering the Ediacaran fossils, as...

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