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Join us for this dynamic 3-hour professional learning workshop that’s both interactive and packed with networking opportunities. Dive into the world of generative AI and discover how it can supercharge your productivity and revolutionise your daily workflows. This hands-on session lead by AISWA Consultant Simon Fittock, will introduce a range of practical AI tools and platforms designed to streamline processes, with plenty of real-world examples tailored to your role. Bring along your laptop or ...

Join us for an essential workshop designed to support schools in preparing for and managing critical incidents. When emergencies strike, they can cause immense stress and have a lasting impact on students, staff, and families. This interactive session will equip educators and leaders with practical strategies to respond effectively to the developmental and psychological needs of their school community, helping to reduce distress and foster positive recovery. Through real-life scenarios, collabor...

Starting a teaching career can be an overwhelming experience. As part of our suite of offerings for Early Career teachers, AISWA is pleased to offer this webinar series, which is open to any teacher in their first five years of teaching. These webinars are designed to complement other induction activities and can be undertaken alongside other ECT events. This network offers a series of masterclasses exploring key focus areas aligned with the AITSL domains - Professional Knowledge, Practice and E...

The AISWA Teaching Innovation Fellowship is a hands-on professional learning program that supports teachers to design, test and refine an innovation that improves learning in their classrooms. Across four in-person workshop days and two online Community of Practice sessions, Fellows move through an innovation cycle—Imagine, Design, Experiment and Evolve—working collaboratively to explore evidence, prototype new ideas and reflect on impact. Facilitated by Professor Glenn Savage, the Fellowship em...

This professional learning day supports primary classroom teachers to implement purposeful, high-quality assessment strategies aligned to the SCSA Assessment Principles. Through workshops and collaborative discussion, participants will explore assessment for, as, and of learning; strengthen formative assessment and feedback practices; and apply strategies that ensure assessment is fair, educative, informative and an integral part of teaching and learning. Teachers will also engage with progress ...

Samantha Wynne will lead this workshop for Early Childhood educators and leaders involved in developing or implementing their school’s Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and Early Childhood philosophy statement. The session offers a research-informed exploration of how young children learn, with a strong focus on aligning this understanding with pedagogy, practice, and whole-school priorities. Participants will be invited to critically reflect on their current EC philosophy statement, consider how e...

This workshop received such positive feedback, we would like to offer it to member schools’ middle leaders who were unable to attend in March. We will explore how to effectively lead curriculum, pedagogy and assessment practices across their teams. Participants will explore strategies to ensure that the curriculum they offer is knowledge-rich, well-sequenced and inclusive as well as how to support staff in implementing high-impact approaches to teaching and learning. Pillars of effective assessm...

An opportunity for teachers of Dance to meet and discuss current issues pertaining to the Dance courses, to share resources and ideas, and to engage in professional learning. The focus for this network meeting is broad and includes the 7-10 syllabus, as well as the Senior Secondary courses. Teachers will have the opportunity to share relevant resources and knowledge.The course is run in conjunction with Catholic Education WA. The venue and agenda will be confirmed closer to the event.

The Leading AI Adoption workshop equips school leaders and educators with the knowledge and practical tools needed to guide the effective integration of AI within their school context. Participants will examine the evolving role of AI in education, key ethical considerations, and strategies for fostering a culture of innovation and responsible use. The session explores policy development, professional learning approaches, and clear, actionable steps for creating an AI adoption roadmap aligned to...

An opportunity for teachers of Drama to meet and discuss current issues pertaining to the Drama courses, to share resources and ideas, and to engage in professional learning. The focus for this network meeting is broad and includes the 7-10 syllabus, as well as the Senior Secondary courses. Teachers will have the opportunity to share relevant resources and knowledge.The course is run in conjunction with Catholic Education WA. The venue and agenda will be confirmed closer to the event.

This event is EOI application. Please contact Lucy Sabatini, AISWA Wellbeing Manager, for more information: lsabatini@ais.wa.edu.auThe Consent and Respectful Relationships Education and Wellbeing Pilot School initiative has been designed to support AISWA Member Schools. The vision of the initiative is to facilitate the delivery of evidence-based and age-appropriate wellbeing, consent and respectful relationships education for Independent schools in Western Australia.This initiative will empower ...

AISWA warmly invites member schools to join our School Registration Seminar. This session is an essential event designed to help your school stay compliant and audit-ready. Led by experts from AISWA and NGSR, these sessions explore current Registration Standards, anticipated regulatory changes, and best practice governance. Learn practical risk management strategies and discover how to strengthen principal reporting processes. Attendees will receive up-to-date insights into evolving compliance r...

The Leading AI Adoption workshop equips school leaders and educators with the knowledge and practical tools needed to guide the effective integration of AI within their school context. Participants will examine the evolving role of AI in education, key ethical considerations, and strategies for fostering a culture of innovation and responsible use. The session explores policy development, professional learning approaches, and clear, actionable steps for creating an AI adoption roadmap aligned to...

In leadership, being able to communicate clearly and with conviction is more than just a skill—it's a superpower. Bold Talk is an engaging, practical course crafted for leaders and executive staff wanting to enhance their communication skills and confidently tackle difficult conversations. This program empowers you to express ideas effectively and persuasively, equipping you with tried-and-tested techniques for impactful communication. You'll learn to approach sensitive topics with empathy, conf...

An opportunity for teachers of Music to meet and discuss current issues pertaining to the Music courses, to share resources and ideas, and to engage in professional learning. The focus for this network meeting is broad and includes the 7-10 syllabus, as well as the Senior Secondary courses. Teachers will have the opportunity to share relevant resources and knowledge.The course is run in conjunction with Catholic Education WA. The agenda will be finalised and distributed closer to the event.

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? The Aspiring Leaders Program is a vibrant two-day professional development opportunity designed for educators in both primary and secondary schools keen to pursue leadership roles. This engaging program combines hands-on workshops, reflective exercises, and collaborative activities to support participants in discovering their leadership strengths and developing the skills needed for educational leadership. Throughout the progra...

This professional learning opportunity is designed for Primary and Secondary HaSS teachers, as well as Heads of Learning Areas (HoLAs). It focuses on supporting educators in effectively implementing the new Western Australian Curriculum: Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS). Participants will engage with current, evidence-based pedagogical practices that enhance student learning and deepen curriculum understanding. The session also provides valuable opportunities for collaboration, enabling tea...

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? The Aspiring Leaders Program is a vibrant two-day professional development opportunity designed for educators in both primary and secondary schools keen to pursue leadership roles. This engaging program combines hands-on workshops, reflective exercises, and collaborative activities to support participants in discovering their leadership strengths and developing the skills needed for educational leadership. Throughout the progra...

An opportunity for teachers of Visual Arts to meet and discuss current issues pertaining to the Visual Arts courses, to share resources and ideas, and to engage in professional learning. The focus for this network meeting is broad and includes the 7-10 syllabus, as well as the Senior Secondary courses. Teachers will have the opportunity to share relevant resources and knowledge.The course is run in conjunction with Catholic Education WA. The agenda will be finalised and distributed closer to the...

Join Alana Walsh and ‘Whisky’ her dog for a practical, hands on workshop that explores contemporary wellbeing approaches supporting students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Designed for educators and school leaders, the session reviews current best practice in whole‑school wellbeing and examines how evidence‑based strategies can strengthen student engagement, resilience, belonging, and learning outcomes. Participants will investigate a range of age‑appropriate programs and frameworks currently...

AISWA, in partnership with AITSL, will conduct an implementation pilot of the Professional Standards for Middle Leaders in 2026. The purpose of this pilot is to strengthen the leadership capabilities of middle leaders, amplifying their impact as key agents of school improvement. Through a series of structured activities, participants will unpack the Middle Leader Standards to develop the dispositions, knowledge, and skills required for effective leadership. Participants will explore the capabili...

AISWA, in partnership with AITSL, will conduct an implementation pilot of the Professional Standards for Middle Leaders in 2026. The purpose of this pilot is to strengthen the leadership capabilities of middle leaders, amplifying their impact as key agents of school improvement. Through a series of structured activities, participants will unpack the Middle Leader Standards to develop the dispositions, knowledge, and skills required for effective leadership. Participants will explore the capabili...