The Education Officer of Parliament House
The Parliament of South Australia, the South Australian government and the Department of Education and Children's Services have a strong commitment to civics and citizenship education. They are keen:
To provide opportunities for students to gain knowledge and understanding of the origins and nature of Australia's democratic processes, government, judicial system and the nation's place in the international community
To support students in their understanding of how participation and decision-making processes operate in contemporary Australia
For students to be informed about public issues and understand how our system of government works in practice and how it affects citizens.
The Education Officer is employed by the Department of Education and Children's Services and provides access for the education sector to the resources of Parliament House through:
Designing and delivering professional development programs for teachers
Producing teaching and learning resources in line with education priorities and curriculum frameworks
Organising education activities and events for schools for use at Parliament House and in schools
Managing student visits to the Parliament House galleries
CONTACT:
Penny Cavanagh
Education Officer
Parliament House
Email: Penny.Cavanagh@parliament.sa.gov.au
Phone: 61-8-8237 9386
Fax: 61-8-8212 5792