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❓ Question regarding staffing changes at Perth Modern School as it transitions to a selective high school in 2007, specifically concerning teacher selection and potential transfers. The answer outlines a phased approach to teacher selection, encouraging current staff to apply and offering placement assistance for those who don't.

AnsweredQoN 156Legislative Assembly

Asked

30 June 2005

Member

Dr E. Constable

Portfolio

Education and Training

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(1) When Perth Modern School becomes a selective high school in 2007 what changes to the teaching staff will take place to cater to the needs of the academically talented students?
(2) Will some teachers at the school be required to transfer to make way for teachers specially selected to teach the academically talented students?

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Answered

16 August 2005

Responded by

Minister representing the Minister for Education and Training

Response time

47 days

(2) A phased approach to selecting teachers using local selection will commence in 2006. Staff currently at Perth Modern School will be encouraged to apply for the positions. Those who choose not to apply or who are unsuccessful will receive employee initiated placement status to transfer to another school.

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