Rise Up Program – BHP Education Partnership 

Hedland Senior High school is supported by the BHP Pilbara Education Partnership.

This is the largest industry and government partnership undertaken in regional Western Australia and has seen BHP invest approximately $40 million in education since 2010. The partnership was established in 2005 to enhance education services and improve education outcomes in public schools across Port Hedland, Newman, Onslow, and surrounding areas.

The 2025 to 2028 agreement commenced in early 2025 attracting $12 million in funding over 4 years and has been achieved through extensive consultation with BHP, Pilbara schools, and communities.

The Partnership aims to:

• Prepare children to be ready for school through an early years strategy that delivers on school site early learning programs.
• Enhance the core work of schools by strengthening young people’s preparation for life beyond school through a pathways strategy and an inclusive, opportunities‑focused program.
• Improve STEM outcomes for students through an annual grants program.

For more information, visit the Partnership website:  Pilbara Education Partnership

Rise Up Program 

The Rise Up Program creates OPPORTUNITY for every student to achieve personal success and reach their full potential. It promotes wellbeing, resilience, and persistence as students strive for continuous IMPROVEMENT. The program fosters LEADERSHIP by empowering students to make positive contributions to their school, community, and the wider world as emerging global citizens.

Rise Up celebrates individual and collective ACHIEVEMENT, recognising the efforts and successes of all students. It encourages meaningful COMMUNITY engagement through strong partnerships with families, local organisations, and cultural groups. Most importantly, it instils a strong sense of PURPOSE, belonging, and identity, connecting students to their school, family, community, and culture. 

Expected outcomes of the Rise Up Program

The Rise Up Program aims to:

• Strengthen family and community engagement in students’ learning and development.
• Foster a greater sense of belonging and connection to the school.
• Enhance students’ social and emotional wellbeing through targeted support and opportunities.
• Increase student motivation, aspiration, and commitment to personal growth.
• Provide meaningful opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate leadership.
• Recognise and celebrate student success through positive reinforcement and reward systems.
• Build student confidence, resilience, and self-belief.

Rise Up Steering Committee 

The Rise Up Steering Committee provides strategic leadership and direction to ensure the program delivers meaningful opportunities that support student growth, wellbeing, and achievement. The committee works collaboratively to guide program development, monitor progress, and promote initiatives that enhance student outcomes and align with the goals of the Rise Up Program.

For further information, please contact the Rise Up Coordinator, Alexandra Davies, at alexandra.davies@education.wa.edu.au