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Education Week 2019

Showcasing and celebrating excellence in education through open days, exhibitions and special events.This year the theme is 'Celebrating Careers'.

The Premier’s Sustainability Awards are now open

Victoria’s leading sustainability awards program, the Premier’s Sustainability Awards, are now open for entries, featuring a new category, that celebrates the outstanding contribution made by volunteers.

The Victorian Education Excellence Awards

Nominations for the 2019 awards are now open for oustanding school professional working in Victorian government schools.

Nominations for the 2019 Australian Education Awards are now open

A nationwide call for nominations for the 2019 Australian Education Awards are being conducted.

Professional learning for school teachers is key

The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) has welcomed the findings of a report into professional learning for school teachers released by the Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO).

The audit examined whether VIT and the Department of Education and Training (DET) have a clear and accurate understanding of the professional learning that occurs in Victorian government schools, including its planning, cost and impact, so they can best target and support professional learning to drive better student outcomes.

Australia Day Honours 2019

Congratulations to our teachers who were awarded with Australia Day Honours. You are an inspiration for your leaders.

Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) requirements for 2019 teacher registration applicants

The Victorian Institute of Teaching has revised its Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) policy, and we are pleased to advise the Minister for Education has approved the new 2019 LANTITE policy.

Working with Children Check

Are you thinking about providing sports coaching, or working with children in other capacities outside of a school or early childhood service?

National Apology to Victims and Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse

VIT supports the efforts of the State Government and the Department of Education and Training (DET) in acknowledging the historic abuse that has occurred in a number of educational settings.

Happy World Teachers' Day

World Teachers' Day is an opportunity to acknowledge our teachers and say thanks for the significant contributions they make in our classrooms and communities.