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Hoops4Schools ends on a high, raising over $50,000

Supporting Youth to Reengage with Education The 20-day annual fundraising cause, Hoops4Schools, has successfully concluded, this year raising an impressive $51,871 to support young people who are disengaged from mainstream education. With 20% of youth now affected by this growing crisis, Hoops4Schools brings much-needed attention to the urgent need for alternative learning pathways across the nation. Over 300 participants from

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The BUSY School Support Inclusion on Wear it Purple Day!

Wear it Purple Day is an annual event in Australia to celebrate diversity and young people from the LGBTQIA+ community.  It acknowledges that all young people, regardless of their gender or sexual identification, have the right to be proud of who they are and who they are becoming. It occurs on the last Friday of August and in 2024, this

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Pioneering Positive Career Pathways for Youth

The BUSY School is making waves in youth education, focusing on academic success and creating meaningful and sustainable career pathways for its students.  Joining this mission is Grace Tobin, one of the on-campus Employment Pathway Officers, whose dedication and passion is the driving force behind the school’s transformative approach. Grace Tobin, an advocate for youth empowerment, emphasises the importance of

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Pranesh is committed to forging a new path!

In a world where most teenagers are grappling with the complexities of adolescence, Pranesh stands out with an extraordinary determination to alter his life path. At just 16 years old, Pranesh has already experienced more challenges and witnessed more devastation than most adults could imagine. Raised in the harsh reality of severe domestic violence and instability, his childhood has been

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20-Day Challenge to Reengage 20% of Teens in Education

This month you can support a great cause by donating to one of our Hoops4Schools Challenge teams – or join this fun Challenge and help raise funds with us! Commencing soon, on August 16 2024, the Hoops4Schools Challenge will take aim at the urgent issue of education disengagement in Australia. For 20 days, participants will sink hoops daily to spotlight

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Hoops4Schools Welcomes ‘Be Challenged’ as Major Supporter

Hoops4Schools is proud to announce that Be Challenged, a leading provider of innovative team-building experiences, has come on board as a major supporter for the 2024 event. This exciting partnership promises to elevate our annual fundraising event with high-energy activities designed to unite corporate teams and support the fight against educational disengagement in Australia. Hoops4Schools aims to raise awareness and

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In One Week, Immy Finds Her Place

AN IPSWICH CAMPUS STUDENT STORY Imogen (Immy), a student at The BUSY School Ipswich Campus, has faced more challenges in her young life than many can imagine. Yet, her story is one of hope, transformation, and the profound impact that a supportive environment can have on a young person’s life. Growing up, Immy’s home life was far from ideal. “I

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New Strathpine Campus Open for Term 3, 2024!

The BUSY School is excited to announce the opening of our ninth school campus in Strathpine, conveniently located near Strathpine train station. Opening in time for Term 3 2024, we’ve reached another milestone in our mission to support and empower disengaged senior high school students. Supporting Year 11 and 12 students to complete their QCE and explore vocational career paths,

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A Grate-ful Partnership with Lauxes Grates

Lauxes Grates, renowned for its excellence in linear drainage solutions, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with The BUSY School. This collaboration signifies a significant step towards addressing the pressing community issue of disengagement of young Australians from mainstream education.  Lauxes Grates’ partnership with The BUSY School goes beyond mere financial support. It embodies a commitment to providing mentorships,

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Liam Advocates for Work Experience and Alternative Learning

Not all students thrive in the traditional education model, and that includes Liam. Liam, a Year 11 student at The BUSY School Cleveland Campus, is not your typical teenager and was thinking ahead to more practical skills that will assist him in a career path. Through The BUSY School, Liam has found a different path—one that intertwines learning with real-world

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HOOPS4SCHOOLS Takes Centre Court for Student Success

To create positive change in education, HOOPS4SCHOOLS announces its launch for August 2024. HOOPS4SCHOOLS represents a shift towards transforming lives through education, inspired by the belief that education, training, and employment are important forces of change.  The ethos of HOOPS4SCHOOLS is inspired by the quote from Helen Keller, “Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so much.”

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Meet Our Cleveland Campus Principal

Meet Andrew Cavanagh, Cleveland Campus Principal Empathy in Education – Inside The BUSY School’s Visionary Approach Amongst the growing campuses of The BUSY School lies a visionary leader who has created a sanctuary where students are not just educated, but understood, embraced, and empowered. At the helm of this transformative institution stands Andrew Cavanagh, Principal of the Cleveland Campus.   His

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