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Australian Capital Territory NLNW 2008 Activities


All ACT schools have the opportunity to apply for “Celebration in Schools” grants. Schools may apply for funding up to $800 to assist them in showcasing their significant contribution to literacy and/or numeracy. The theme is Partnerships in Learning.

The closing date for schools to submit their submissions is the 30th June 2008.
For further information contact Bea Hale on:

Telephone: (02) 62057616
Email: bea.hale@act.gov.au

Teachers from all the three jurisdictions are encouraged to apply. The funding covers a half teachers day relief so that teachers are able to attend the workshops.

Making Maths Meaningful: Professional Learning for teachers. This year the workshops have a mathematics and numeracy focus.

  • The first workshop has a K – 4 focus. The presenter will be announced shortly.
  • Second workshop has a Middle School Years (yrs 5 – 8) focus and is presented by Anita Chin.
  • Third workshop has a high school  (yrs 7 – 10) focus and is presented by Shelley Dole.

For further information go to the ACT NLNW WebsiteYou are now leaving the DEST website