Nine pre-service teachers are completing their university placements in Wimmera schools under the Horsham Alliance Project.

Working with Deakin, Federation and Australian Catholic universities, 13 regional schools are participating in the targeted approach to support pre-service teachers and attract them to the Wimmera.

Horsham Alliance site director Cathy van Dyk said the students gathered for an evening of networking, ‘sharing anecdotes and insights gleaned from their classroom experiences’.

“The gathering not only signifies the collaborative spirit within Horsham’s educational landscape, but also highlights the dedication and passion of these future educators in honing their craft,” she said.

“As they navigate the challenges and triumphs of teaching practice, their presence enriches the educational fabric of Horsham, promising a brighter future for the students they will inspire and nurture.

“We hope the Horsham Alliance will continue to host a growing number of pre-service teachers to encourage them to return, once qualified, to fill teacher shortages in the Wimmera.”

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