News articles

At Sunshine Special School, communication is not guaranteed - it is hard-won. Through State Schools Relief’s iPad program, students with complex, intersecting needs found a voice, families found confidence, and learning became possible. Access did not just change classrooms; it restored dignity.

For many students at Mount Ridley College, swimming wasn’t just daunting, it was impossible. Through swimming wear vouchers from State Schools Relief, staff were able to remove cultural and practical barriers, giving students dignity, confidence and access. The result: students who had never participated in swim classes before were able to join in – and build water confidence along the way. 

Clear vision support has helped young students overcome hidden barriers to learning. Free eye testing and reading glasses improved focus, confidence and reading progress, while easing pressure on families. By normalising glasses in the classroom, the program ensured everyone who needed help to read, got that support.