Aim Improve outcomes for students by: –increasing local decision making –cutting red tape –removing layers of management

Overview 120 schools over four years (2013 – 2016) 30 schools each year $ initially to assist with transition $ each year

Key features Enhanced local governance Advancing innovation Locally tailored workforce Financial flexibility Building for the future Support, accountability and transparency

Enhanced local governance School council –strategic direction –strengthen local decision making Role of the Parents & Citizens’ Associations (P&C)

Advancing innovation Increased autonomy to work in new ways with local businesses, industry and other community organisations Increased flexibility to approve curriculum offerings that suit the needs of students

Locally tailored workforce Strategic direction Local workforce plans Direct recruitment

Financial flexibility One-line school budget that includes: –school grants –staffing budget expressed in both full-time equivalent staff and notional monetary terms

Building for the future Partnerships with local government authorities, industry and community Use of QBuild or contractors Strategic Infrastructure (Assets) Plan Capital works requests

Support, accountability and transparency System requirements Performance agreement and review Continued support

Selection process All Queensland state schools invited to apply Seeking a diversity of Queensland state schools Expression of Interest (EOI) Form and 3 page written application –demonstrate broad consultation –capacity to assume greater responsibility –outline potential benefits for students and community –outline the innovative educational programs or practices

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