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- How much do you value school education?
Then, I'd like you to consider the impact
of recent crisis events on our schools:
bushfires, smoke, and school closures due to COVID-19.
The challenge for our schools
has been how to maintain quality teaching and learning
during these crisis events.
I am absolutely convinced that the role of school leadership
is crucial in guiding and supporting our schools
through these difficult times.
For that reason,
I need some research funding
to interview and survey a range of local school leaders
from our primary and secondary schools
to examine how they've been able to change
and adapt their leadership to meet these challenges.
Using this information,
I'm going to design a practical leadership manual
with a range of effective crisis management strategies
that school leaders can use in their day-to-day practice,
to keep their school safe, resilient, and most importantly,
engaged in learning.
Strong and effective school leadership is a benefit to all
in our school communities,
especially students whose education
is vital for the future of our society.
That's why I value school education.
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