To assist with learning from home during the current situation, we’ve put together some guides on how to set up your computer and make the most of a limited or less reliable internet connection. You might find it useful to try some of these tips to make your learning easier. Windows 10 Metered Connection Windows… Continue Reading Learning from home with limited internet access
Author: Ben Hillsley
Principal’s update – 27/03/2020
Dear Aurora families I hope this email finds you all in good health. Today is Day 4 of our ‘learning from home’ response to the COVID-19 situation. I am pleased to report that all lessons have run according to schedule this week in our Microsoft Teams classrooms. I want to thank our students and staff… Continue Reading Principal’s update – 27/03/2020
New COVID-19 restrictions begin as schools move towards online learning
The NSW Government has taken significant new steps to increase restrictions across the state – triggering the next level of enforcement necessary to fight COVID-19. Following the decisions made by National Cabinet, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian confirmed the shutdown to protect NSW citizens. “I understand many in the community are worried, and these changes will… Continue Reading New COVID-19 restrictions begin as schools move towards online learning
Schools to implement distancing measures
The NSW Department of Education is introducing proactive measures to limit the impact of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in our schools. Mark Scott, Secretary of the Department of Education, today announced that schools would adopt social distancing measures requiring them to cancel assemblies, excursions, travel, some events and conferences. Mr Scott said these measures are precautionary… Continue Reading Schools to implement distancing measures
Virtual opportunity class – announcement by the Minister for Education
The Minister for Education and Early Childhood, The Hon. Sarah Mitchell, MLC, has announced the conversion of the Aurora Opportunity Class Pilot program to an ongoing provision. At Dunedoo Central School today, Minister Mitchell said: “Today, I am proud to announce that the NSW Department of Education, through the work of Aurora College, is adopting… Continue Reading Virtual opportunity class – announcement by the Minister for Education