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Want to make your lessons more dynamic, engaging, and fun without spending a cent? 💡We’ve rounded up our favorite free platforms that teachers are loving this year.
Save this post to explore one new tool each week and watch your classroom engagement grow!

Maybe everyone is learning?😅

Teaching can be non-stop - from morning classes to after-school prep. But here’s a secret: short, intentional breaks can do wonders for your focus, mood, and energy.

💡 A micro-break (just 1-5 minutes!) can help your brain recharge, reduce stress, and boost creativity.
Regardless of whether you’re a teacher or in another profession, it’s so important to remember to pause and recharge - even for a minute!

ICT in Schools Summit WA 2025.

The ICT in Schools Summit brings together senior IT leaders to strategically discuss technology’s role in improving service delivery, cybersecurity, and data utilisation to achieve school goals and improve student performance. Which is exactly our cup of tea!

Jak, Dan and Pat from our team will be there to connect, share insights, and explore how technology can continue transforming education across Australia.

We’re looking forward to seeing you there. For more information about the event visit: https://vist.ly/4c8dm

Meet the Training & Induction Module - just one of our modules schools can implement to streamline their processes.
Here at Paperly, we have modules catered to your school’s specific pain points and school admin needs! 🎓

Less admin. More clarity. Smarter staff development. 🌱
👉Speak to our team today about how Paperly can partner with your school to help simplify your school admin: paperly.education/modules

Every classroom has a mix of personalities 🎭
If teachers were movie characters… which one would you be?
From Olaf’s positivity ❄️ to Dory’s curiosity 🐠 every style makes learning unique and unforgettable.

GOOD LUCK MANDY! 🎉
Women in Digital has been a cornerstone of the Australian tech community since 2014, and we are excited to announce that one of our own, Mandy Wong, has been nominated as a 2025 Software Engineer of the Year Finalist.
Mandy is a Senior Software Engineer here at Paperly, and we are proud to see her recognised as an industry leader in software development and building.

✨We wish her all the best for the winner announcement at the Women in Digital Award gala tomorrow, 24th October in Brisbane!

Paperly makes teachers’ lives better and easier by streamlining processes, digitising systems, and consolidating everything to do with school admin.
Book a free DEMO today. Visit our website for more information.

A recent University of Wollongong study shows that excessive screen time can affect children’s attention, social skills, and cognitive development.

Nearly 9 out of 10 parents check their phones in front of their kids daily - this can unintentionally impact development. Mindful technology use is essential to support children’s growth.
Why this matters for educators and parents:

• Attention and Focus: Too much screen time makes it harder for children to concentrate in class and at home.
• Social Skills: Increased screen use can reduce emotional intelligence and interaction skills.
• Cognitive Development: Conscious tech habits support learning and problem-solving.

Reflection for teachers and parents:
Encourage face-to-face interaction, balanced screen time, and guided tech use. Simple steps at school and home can help children thrive socially, emotionally, and cognitively.
Read the full study: University of Wollongong or visit the link in our bio.