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Strategic Plan 2014–2017 LEARNERS FIRST Connected and Inspired we value our vision Successful, skilled and innovative Tasmanians. our mission To provide every Tasmanian with the opportunity to continue to learn and reach their potential, to lead fulfilling and productive lives and to contribute positively to the community. Learning Tasmanians are engaged in positive, productive and supported learning experiences; and encouraged towards lifelong learning. Excellence We have high expectations for our learners and a strong commitment to the pursuit of excellence and innovation in our people, in our programs and in our resources. Equity We all have the right to challenging and engaging learning opportunities in appropriate settings. Respect Positive and effective interactions, with each other and with our environment, are conducted on the basis of responsibility, integrity and accountability. Relationships We achieve growth and strength through partnerships and connections with our learners, their communities and the world. 4 Department at a Glance » Strategic Plan 2014–2017
our key drivers Successful Learners • Engage and retain students through creative, innovative and supported learning programs and environments. • Develop Tasmanians to have the knowledge, skills and desire to successfully contribute in our community. • Empower learners to set high standards for their education and reach their potential through tailored learning. • Establish balanced, flexible and responsive learning and training pathways for students to encourage lifelong learning. An Innovative Workforce • Create and retain a highly qualified, motivated and supported workforce through strong professional development. • Implement strategies that enhance the health and wellbeing of our staff. • Provide staff with regular and structured feedback on their performance. • Ensure staff in all areas have the required knowledge and skills to support each other for learning, growth and achievement. Inspired Leadership • Promote a culture of inspiring leadership. • Provide professional learning, coaching and mentoring opportunities for aspiring, newly appointed and experienced leaders. • Equip leaders with the skills to manage and encourage innovation and continuous improvement. • Enhance leadership development and performance management across the department. Dynamic Learning Environments • Work collaboratively to harness the expertise of the community and government to holistically support the needs of learners. • Foster the growth of sustainable networks of schools to support the delivery of high-quality education and improved student outcomes through continuous improvement. • Provide resources, facilities and infrastructure (including building and information technology) that support current and dynamic learning and teaching practices. • Demonstrate financial governance for a sustainable future. Community Confidence • Pursue a strong and measurable approach to continuous improvement using appropriate data to review the performance of all areas of the department. • Improve quality communication with the community about public education and promote lifelong learning. • Develop open and transparent reporting processes to the Tasmanian public. • Develop conducive partnerships with the Tasmanian community so we can collectively achieve educational outcomes for Tasmanian learners. our priorities Early Years Bright Beginnings Priorities • Ensure quality education and care programs and services for young children so they develop as confident and curious learners prior to commencing full-time school. • Engage with children and families in a cohesive way by connecting and integrating services. • Develop and maintain strong relationships between schools, families, services and the broader community from the early years. School <strong>Education</strong> Great Schools... Great Communities Priorities • Implement and support the Australian Curriculum and ensure teachers are provided with appropriate and high-quality resources to support the delivery of learning and thinking. • Work within the organisation-wide framework for teaching and learning of literacy and numeracy to ensure students develop the skills required for participation and growth throughout their education. • Establish networks of schools to work to improve outcomes through meaningful, creative and innovative programs so students are engaged in learning, motivated to complete their studies and equipped with the skills required to be citizens in a dynamic and global world. Further <strong>Education</strong>, Adult Learning and Skills Purposeful Pathways Priorities • Engage with industry, employers and stakeholders to ensure training meets education and workforce needs, and students are provided with tangible pathways to further education and employment. • Provide supported and relevant learning, knowledge and training opportunities to adult learners to ensure they are equipped with the skills to contribute productively to our community and economy. • Promote higher education, vocational and adult learning throughout the community to encourage participation and create fulfilled and enriched Tasmanians. The department reviews the strategic plan regularly to assist in the setting of priorities for each year. Information about the strategic plan and current priorities can be viewed at http://www.education.tas.gov.au/About_us/Pages/Strategic-Plan.aspx Department at a Glance » Strategic Plan 2014–2017 5
Page 1 and 2: DEPARTMENT OF Education ANNUAL REPO
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Performance LINC Tasmania achieved
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Required Reporting
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Internal grievances procedures Publ
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Employee Performance and Developmen
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Professional learning The programs
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Disability Framework for Action The
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Implementation of child and family
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Legislation Administered, Enacted a
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Climate Change The department’s l
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Measuring and reporting In 2008, th
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Loss and Damage The Tasmanian Risk
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List of individual ongoing major ca
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Building and construction Contracto
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Report on council activities for 20
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Registration of schools For a curre
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Financial Statements AS AT 30 JUNE
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Statement of Financial Position As
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Statement of Changes in Equity For
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