School to build resilience

VICTORIAN Deputy Premier James Merlino last week announced Billanook Primary School has received funding to help measure and strengthen student resilience.
Mr Merlino said the approach would include the use of a specialist survey and was based on research, linking strong resilience to improved academic outcomes.
Based on the findings of each survey, schools will be supported in the development of evidence-based approaches.
Tailored professional learning opportunities will also be available to teaching staff.
Mr Merlino congratulated the Montrose-based school on taking the initiative.
“There is extensive research proving that higher resilience leads to better educational and social outcomes so targeted, grassroots projects such as these are vital for helping our students achieve their best at school,” he said.
“This initiative will help Billanook Primary School identify specific issues within their student populations and provide teachers with tailored professional learning opportunities to help address them.”
Support will be provided to schools to help measure the effectiveness of their strategies and interventions in one year’s time.