The Great Cause

In this episode, our host, Phillip Heath AM is joined by Barker alumnus and International Cricketer, Alyssa Healy (Class of 2008) and three Year 12 students to talk about sport, culture and equity.

As we prepare to celebrate 50 years of Coeducation in 2025, Alyssa shares her experiences around breaking into the world of male-dominated sport at School whilst Meg, Ruby and Jodie discuss how Barker has prepared them for a world beyond the Mint Gates.

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In this episode, our host, Phillip Heath AM is joined by our 2025 student leaders, Bea, Huntley, Scarlett, and Kian who were announced in an induction ceremony earlier in the week. Listen as they introduce themselves and explore the relevance of student leadership and share their visions for their roles.

The newly appointed captains answer questions about their feelings, preparation, and plans for inclusive leadership. Natalie Potent, Deputy Head Student Experience, discusses the impact of student leadership on school culture, and Senior Chaplain Rev Pete Tong joins us to talk about Christ as the archetypal servant leader.

Tune in for an insightful discussion on the enduring significance of student leadership in shaping our educational communities.

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Join us on The Great Cause as we explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education. Our host, Phillip Heath AM, talks with AI experts and Barker educators including Dr Andy Mifsud and Stephen Liseo from the Digital Learning Innovation team and Dr Julie Wilson-Reynold, Deputy Head Academic Care. Listen as they share their thoughts on the benefits and challenges of integrating AI in schools and what Barker is doing we develop a greater understanding of the potential usages of generative AI.  

Discover how AI-driven tools are helping to bridge the gap between students' diverse learning needs, assisting teachers in creating more effective lesson plans, and ensuring a more inclusive and engaging classroom environment. We'll also tackle the ethical considerations and potential drawbacks, discussing how schools can implement AI responsibly. 

Tune in to see how AI is shaping the future of learning! 

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In our first episode of "The Great Cause", host Phillip Heath AM explores the topic of What Makes a Good School. Joining the conversation, are current Barker parents, published author and former Education Minister of NSW Adrian Piccoli and Sonia Cassanova.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Adrian and Sonia share their experiences and the differences they have witnessed in education from schooling their children in a small regional town of NSW, to international schooling in an Italian city.

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