Gary Martin

This generation is expected to not only be the longest-living cohort but also the wealthiest and the most technology infused.

The pandemic has increased the usual tensions of year 12, and that’s before leavers settle on a tertiary course and institution.

The debate over the use of mobile phones in WA schools continues, 12 months after a ban was introduced.

Managing school curricula is an ongoing challenge.

Many employees have embraced the chance to work outside the office environment, and it’s a change heading in only one direction.

Is it time to close the classroom door on parent-teacher meetings?

Already struggling post-lockdown, restaurant owners are pushing back against an emerging cohort of inconsiderate customers.

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to ensure youngsters have the right mix of screen and non-screen time.

Educators recommend against taking kids out of school early for a holiday, but parents want options, given the COVID-caused travel restrictions.

Opinion is divided over a collective, problem-solving approach to poor behaviour in schools.

Some parents overlook the importance of their children developing coping skills and resilience.

Mergers can bring universities back from the brink.

Gary Martin says the coronavirus pandemic has fuelled digital shopping sprees, with consumers flocking to online reviews.

Adolescent lying may be a normal phase of growing up, but it nevertheless requires careful management by parents and educators.

It’s time to rethink how we motivate students to achieve, and whether current strategies are doing more harm than good.

The rise of workplace 'cliques' is a worrying trend that can facilitate social exclusion and lead to unethical behaviour.

Choosing the right school for your child is among a parent’s most important jobs.

Gary Martin analyses Premier Mark McGowan's performance during the coronavirus pandemic.

The shift by large parts of the workforce to working from home has been one of the few bright points to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Boards are increasingly playing a more meaningful part in influencing the culture at their schools.

School leaders can no longer view social media as an add-on, but rather embrace it as a must-have.

OPINION: Finding the balance between a school’s governance and management requires clear communication and an agreed direction.

OPINION: Business strategies are finding a place in schools to help bring about meaningful and long-lasting improvement.

OPINION: The upheaval caused by the virus has been difficult for everyone, especially teachers.

The share market has been battered by the COVID-19 crisis but the stock we place in our teachers is soaring to record highs.

Kids and teens look to teachers and parents for how best to navigate crises from an emotional intelligence perspective.

OPINION: We love our kids, but oversharing online can have significant downsides.

OPINION: Far from making teachers obsolete, personalised learning requires them to use their current skills while developing new ones.

OPINION: Kids often struggle to settle in at the start of a school year, and finding a good fit with every teacher is challenging.

OPINION: Expectations of school boards are changing, and their makeup is evolving accordingly.

OPINION: The start of each new school year brings with it the perennial challenge even the most seasoned school leader must face: how to provide quality professional development for an increasingly diverse group of teachers.

OPINION: Schools have a significant role to play in preparing students for the new world of work.