A practical in-school program preventing early school leaving by creating opportunities for students to experience success through hands-on learning.
Australia
Joined October 2017
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@RecAustralia is a time to reflect on our reconciliation journey. Many HoL partner schools have created a Yarning Circle, like Bayswater Secondary College, celebrating the ongoing connection, cultural richness and country of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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A wHoLe lot happened in Term 1 in @handsonlearn!
Our latest eNews includes ➡️ bit.ly/4iV6WdX a visit from the Honourable Jo Palmer, Tasmanian Minister for Education, HoL in WA, our 2024 aggregated data showcasing the impact on educational outcomes, wellbeing + more!
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It was great to be part of @handsonlearn 25yrs celebrations.
Celebrating 25 Years Strong of @handsonlearn at our National Conference!
200 attended at the Frankston Arts Centre @the_fac and online.
Great to hear from our Founder, Russell Kerr, artisan teachers, past students and inspiring keynotes Jo Barrett and @GiantGrass 👩🍳🪜🔨
Hands on Learning retweeted
@danielricciardo you are much more than an @F1 legend. You are a human legend. 🙌
Your support for students and their achievements in @handsonlearn has always been real, authentic, and fun.
Just like you.
Looking forward to your next adventure.
Hands on Learning retweeted
Looking forward to celebrating 25yrs with @handsonlearn in September.
In September we will be celebrating 25 years strong at our annual @handsonlearn conference in Frankston, where it was piloted in 1999. We are excited to have inspiring speakers with a sustainability focus, Jo Barrett and @GiantGrass 🌱
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IN THE NEWS: @savechildrenaus Ambassador @danielricciardo is set to auction his Melbourne Grand Prix helmet designed by young artist Rosie Pettenon, with proceeds going to Save the Children Australia’s @handsonlearn. @optus @theheraldsun heraldsun.com.au/news/victor…
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IN THE NEWS: @handsonlearn founder Russell Kerr talks to the @theheraldsun's @Media_Matt about life lessons, learning by doing and how he has helped thousands of previously disengaged students discover a passion for learning. heraldsun.com.au/news/victor…
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A fantastic program. I have seen so many young people flourish in a hands on learning program. Well done to all involved. 👏👏
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@savechildrenaus and the @handsonlearn team wish our ambassador @danielricciardo a speedy recovery after his hand surgery. Get well soon!
Daniel pictured with HoL students at one of our partner schools, Rowville Secondary College, in April.
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MEDIA RELEASE: @savechildrenaus welcomes the Senate Inquiry report into the national trend of school refusal and its recommendation for a national action plan. @handsonlearn
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I invented #BandicootMotels in 2019.
For the greater good.
Through @handsonlearn @LeonCarey16 & students at local schools - 30 have been funded & placed in Crown Reserves for biodiversity sanctuary from heat, weather, & predators.
📷 Koroit Primary School crew.
#landcare
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@RowvilleSC @handsonlearn #students have just completed their pizza oven using donated bricks from the generous #community and bespoke labour from @danielricciardo🍕🧱
@JasonClareMP @NatHutchins @MaryDoyleMP @KimWellsMP @savechildrenaus
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LISTEN: @SaveChildrenAus’s @handsonlearn program in South West Victoria is featured in @BisslandE piece on @RadioNational’s A Big Country. Over decades of operation, @handsonlearn has been shown to increase school attendance and elevate kids' confidence.
abc.net.au/radionational/pro…
Hands on Learning retweeted
I meet some terrific people thru projects.
Getting the story of #bandicootmotels out to the community.
Chatting with @LeonCarey16 who teaches @handsonlearn program in SW Vic & @ripsnorter666 ABC South West radio presenter who has a secret gig as a fox spotter in Warrnambool.
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Great #community work by @handsonlearn students in South-West Victoria helping Volcano Produce harvest produce for Warrnambool and District Food Share. 🥬
@JasonClareMP @NatHutchins @DanTehanWannon @savechildrenaus
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IN THE NEWS: Save the Children's @handsonlearn Program has been shown to increase school attendance and elevate kids' confidence. @abcnews @ABCRural.
abc.net.au/news/2023-06-18/v…
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Brilliantly program with a proven track record. Should be in as many schools as possible.👏👏
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ICYMI: Disengagement from learning is widespread across Australia and #COVID19 only exacerbated the issue. It's critical that education systems & governments increase their focus on student wellbeing & engagement. @smh @handsonlearn smh.com.au/national/nsw/how-…
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Good news here - evidence that @handsonlearn has a positive impact on the lives of Australian students @JasonClareMP @SenSHenderson
MEDIA RELEASE: New analysis by Hands on Learning has revealed dramatic educational and emotional improvements for Australian students engaged in the program.
96% of surveyed parents report their child developed new work and life skills through @handsonlearn.
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🤝Did you know that a positive sense of belonging at school has fundamental benefits for children and young people? Discover how to foster belonging and connectedness in school environments with AERO’s new guides: edresearch.edu.au/wellbeing#…
#educationresearch #teachingtips
