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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 session provides a comprehensive overview of governance within Aboriginal Independent Community Schools (AICS), focusing on the principles that underpin strong leadership and accountability. It will clarify the distinct roles and responsibilities of boards, principals, and community stakeholders, ensuring participants understand how each contributes to effective decision-making and compliance. The discussion emphasizes how robust governance practices influence school performance, uphold cul...

Launching in 2026, AISWA’s Middle Leaders Network is designed to encourage connection, collaboration, and professional growth among middle leaders across member schools. This network will convene through three interactive webinars during the year, creating a dedicated space for leaders to share experiences, explore strategies, and strengthen their leadership practice. Each session will spotlight current themes in teaching, learning and leading, encouraging reflective dialogue and practical probl...

Starting your teaching career presents many challenges, especially when working in regional and remote schools where access to in-house events is limited. This comprehensive full-day webinar is designed specifically to empower teachers in geographically isolated locations by providing dedicated support and professional learning. Throughout the event, participants will have the chance to deepen their pedagogical expertise, examine best practice approaches, and explore a variety of targeted resour...

Join us for an engaging full-day workshop focused on strengthening oral language and early literacy—essential foundations for children’s future reading success. This practical, hands-on session acknowledges the importance of honouring children’s developmental stages and supports educators to create responsive, language-rich environments in the early years. Throughout the day, participants will explore evidence-informed strategies that nurture vocabulary, sentence structure, storytelling, and ear...

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.

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 agenda will be finalised and distributed 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...

We invite you to be part of the AISWA Early Childhood Network Hubs in 2026. Choose the hub that best suits your location—metro hubs are available across Perth. Each term will spotlight a key aspect of early childhood education, with Term 2 focusing on Responsiveness to Children. These sessions will include afternoon tea & networking, a school tour and a presentation from KIDDO which was born from world-class exercise and sports science research at The University of Western Australia. KIDDO t...

Enhance your leadership capabilities with Dr Simon Breakspear’s People Leader Program—a practical, nine-week online course tailored for educational leaders at any stage of their journey. Over three interactive digital workshops, you’ll develop the skills to foster psychological safety, openness, and strong team support. Learn how to communicate with clarity, strengthen your leadership presence, and provide feedback that drives meaningful improvement. The program offers immediately actionable fra...

Join Clarity Communications Directors Kellie and Anthony Hasluck for an exclusive session building on the successful 2024 and 2025 'Communicating in a Crisis' events. This new topic, "Crisis Communications in a Digital Age," is designed to help school leaders and staff tackle the complex challenges posed by technology, AI and social media. Discover practical strategies to safeguard your school's reputation and respond effectively when online issues or crises arise. The presentation will offer re...

We invite you to be part of the AISWA Early Childhood Network Hubs in 2026. Choose the hub that best suits your location—metro hubs are available across Perth. Each term will spotlight a key aspect of early childhood education, with Term 2 focusing on Responsiveness to Children. These sessions will include afternoon tea & networking, a school tour and a presentation from KIDDO which was born from world-class exercise and sports science research at The University of Western Australia. KIDDO t...

Stacy Benge, M.S. is an early childhood speaker who approaches learning in the early years with practicality and common sense. In addition to a Master of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Stacy spent 10 years in the early childhood classrooms. Stacy advocates for child-led play to build solid foundations for child development and is the author of The Whole Child Alphabet: How Children Actually Develop Literacy. This presentation connects movement, play and child-led activit...

Stacy Benge, M.S. is an early childhood speaker who approaches learning in the early years with practicality and common sense. In addition to a Master of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Stacy spent 10 years in the early childhood classrooms. Stacy advocates for child-led play to build solid foundations for child development and is the author of The Whole Child Alphabet: How Children Actually Develop Literacy. This presentation connects movement, play and child-led activit...

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...

The course provides an in-depth analysis of the chair’s accountabilities and relationships with other board members and the principal.You will explore the chair’s role both inside and outside the boardroom and take part in a forum for participants to discreetly discuss leadership, relationship management and governance issues - including board selection, board processes, and principal succession planning.The course will also provide a rare opportunity to discuss common school governance issues –...

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 agenda will be finalised and distributed closer to the event.

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 us for the Team Teach Level One Course, designed for staff working in low-risk settings who want to strengthen their positive behaviour support skills. This engaging training equips participants with practical strategies to de-escalate distressed behaviours using non-restrictive, respectful approaches. Attendees will explore the underlying causes of behaviours of concern, deepen their understanding of the legal framework, and learn effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques. T...

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...

Are you an Education Assistant eager to boost your skills and toolkit? Don’t miss this full-day professional learning event is designed just for you. Drawing on feedback from our 2024 sessions, we’re offering a dynamic mix of formal presentations and interactive, hands-on experiences. Topics include Everyday Leaders: empowering EAs to make a real difference, understanding brain development and strategies for supporting students with diverse needs, tackling common numeracy misconceptions, and bui...

Join us for a candid fireside chat with South Coast Baptist College as we explore how the school has approached building a safer, more connected campus environment. In this webinar, school leaders will share their real-world experiences, challenges, and lessons learned when modernising their physical security. From improving visibility across campus to supporting staff response and student safety, this session offers practical insights from a school perspective, designed to help others consider ...

This session provides an exploration of the neuropsychology of ADHD and Autism, with an emphasis on understanding the experience of these students and ways that this may present within an educational setting. The content is informed both by current research and by lived experience of students, with the goal of building participants skills in empathising, understanding, and supporting our neurodiverse learners.The session will explore ways that teachers can modify both their teaching methods and ...

Coaching is no longer just for executives—it’s a vital skill for every educator who leads, supports, or inspires others. Coaching Essentials is a dynamic, hands-on workshop designed to equip educators with the mindset, methods, and tools to lead through coaching. Throughout the day, participants will explore the foundations of transformational coaching and understand how coaching can drive growth and positive change in schools. You’ll develop core skills for impactful conversations, practise str...

Network Days provide opportunities for teachers of mathematics to meet and discuss current issues pertaining to mathematics education, to share resources and ideas, and to engage in professional learning. A range of presenters and activities are on offer and cover a variety of topics, such as the 7-10 WA mathematics curriculum, senior secondary courses and teaching and learning best practice. This networking and PL event is targeted at Mathematics Heads of Learning Area.This PL is run in conjunc...