The Reality of School Life: Navigating Complexity, Pressure and Imperfection

PL # 14985

Subsidy/Grant Applied School & Student Support
  • Starting on 7 Aug 2026
  • Cancellation permitted until 31 Jul 2026
  • Registration Close : 31 Jul 2026

Delivery Format : In Person

Type Price
For Members
Standard Price
Subsidy/Grant Applied
Reduced Member Price

$305.00
-$100.00
$205.00
Prices are inclusive of GST.
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  • AISWA Member Schools

Description

Across Pre-Kindy to Year 12 settings, educators are constantly balancing relationships, behaviour, learning needs, parent expectations, wellbeing, administrative demands, and the growing complexity of young people’s lives - often placing significant pressure on themselves to “get it right.”

When things don’t go to plan, you might notice how quickly your mind goes to:

“I could have handled that better.”
“I should be able to do more.”

Drawing on an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Framework, this session explores ‘ways of being’ for when work feels messy, emotionally loaded, uncertain, or imperfect. This session is not about managing your time, lowering your standards or thinking positively. Instead, we will explore:

• What our minds do when things feel imperfect or out of control
• Ways to remain psychologically flexible under pressure
• Ideas for anchoring yourself and finding your way in demanding environments

Outcomes

  • Enhanced reflective practice
  • Improved wellbeing strategies
  • Develop emotionally responsive practice
  • Establish sustainable professional resilience 

Presenters

Trish Jakovich (AISWA Staff)

Consultant | Wellbeing

Trish Jakovich <span>(AISWA Staff)</span>

Trish is an experienced educator with a strong professional commitment to holistic education and wellbeing. She holds a Master of Education and a postgraduate qualification in Counselling, combining advanced academic knowledge with extensive practical experience. Trish has held leadership roles across early learning and junior school settings, providing a broad understanding of diverse educational environments. She has designed and led programs focused on parenting, as well as student and staff wellbeing, supporting positive outcomes within school communities.

Tracy Hart

Tracy Hart

Tracy Hart is a psychologist and teacher with over 25 years’ experience in independent PK-12 schools. Her passion lies in preventative work with caregivers, equipping parents and educators with the skills and confidence to support child development, positive behaviour and mental health. Tracy’s Full Circle initiative at Penrhos College delivered population-level support to the adults in children and young people’s lives, and earned her recognition as one of The Educator's Most Influential Educators in 2022. She has promoted parent-focused interventions at the AGSA and SPAWA conferences and presented evidence for these strategies to aspiring AHISA leaders.

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Segments

The Reality of School Life: Navigating Complexity, Pressure and Imperfection

Date / Time

7 Aug 2026 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 12:00

Delivery Format : In Person

AISWA

Address

41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia

AISWA is easily accessible, with plenty of parking options nearby. While there is no onsite parking available, street parking is available along Walters Drive and surrounding streets, with a maximum fee of $5.50 per day. Please note, no cash or card payment options are available, payment is managed via the EasyPark App, so we recommend downloading it ahead of your visit for a seamless experience. Public transport is also a convenient option, with Glendalough Train Station and Bus Stop 25350 (Route 407) located nearby. We look forward to welcoming you!

PL Hours : 3.00

Learning Area

  • Psychology + Wellbeing
  • Wellbeing

School Area

  • Preschool (PK-K)
  • Secondary (7-10)
  • Senior Secondary (11 - 12)
  • Leadership
  • Education Assistants

Event Contact

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