Our Changing Planet: Empowering Students to Engage with Environmental Change at Kangaroo Island Community Education (KICE)

Posted by SASTA

on 09/03/2026

By Erica Bolto, Margaret Zimmermann and Deb Laver Here at KICE, we are committed to nurturing our students' understanding of environmental change and empowering them to become active stewards of our planet. Our school is located in a unique environmental setting, which inspires us to create authentic learning experiences that...

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National Science Week 2026 - Resource Book Now Available!

Posted by SASTA

on 06/03/2026

The 2026 National Science Week Schools Resource Book is here! This year’s theme, Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all invites students and teachers to explore how agricultural practices have changed over time to enable food security. However, sowing science knowledge in all of us plays a very crucial role....

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2026 National Science Week School Grants Now Open!

Posted by SASTA

on 06/03/2026

Applications are now open for National Science Week School Grants, closing 12 April! Schools across Australia can bring science to life in 2026 with a National Science Week School Grant! Applications are now open for funding to support hands-on, curriculum-aligned science events during National Science Week (8–16 August 2026). This...

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Ediacara Teaching Resources from the South Australian Museum

Posted by SASTA

on 05/03/2026

South Australia is internationally recognised for the remarkable fossils found at Ediacara in the Flinders Ranges. These fossils represent some of the earliest complex life on Earth and provide an important opportunity for students to explore how scientists investigate the history of life and ancient environments. The South Australian Museum...

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Soil Week Australia Schools Competition

Posted by SASTA

on 05/03/2026

Students across Australia are invited to explore the fascinating world beneath our feet through the Soil Week Australia Schools Competition. This competition encourages students to investigate the importance of healthy soil and its connection to food production, ecosystems and the environment. Through creative or research-based projects, students can demonstrate their...

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