August 2023
SASPA E-Bulletin:
August Edition
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Just a few things for you to consider at the start of a busy term 3. We’re getting ready of our annual conference Connecting for Equity and Community and are looking forward to seeing you there to share in the learning!
Guest Speakers
Career Education information sessions for girls, non-binary & women
Making Her Mark Make your mark in any industry or occupation you choose – Making Her Mark collaborates with industry and educators on activities that strengthen the knowledge and understanding of careers in non-traditional industries for girls, non-binary and women. Check out their programs here: Programs – Making Her Mark
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Culturally safe classrooms
Cultural and psychological safety are integral for children and young people to thrive in the education system. Join this online session to learn about Cultural responsiveness in education, and how to create education settings that are culturally safe, inclusive and welcoming for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. Learn about the frameworks and tools that can support teachers and educators to build culturally safe environments, as well as reflect on their practice and pedagogy.
Calling all teens!
Do you know a teen (aged between 13 and 17 years) and the sibling of someone with a disability? Do you want the chance to WIN a $50 Visa Gift Card?
All you need to do is enter our TeenSib blog competition and you'll go in the draw to win, plus, a selected blog will be chosen and published on our website!
Learn More. Closing Thursday, 31/8
Co-designing a personalised planning solution
We know our current approach to personalised learning, predominately through One Plan, needs to be improved to better meet the needs of schools, preschools and learners.
We’re working with you to develop a solution, including exploring how digital solutions can support this process. This will support schools and preschools to undertake effective personalised learning.
A digital solution will be co-designed with schools, preschools, students, parents, carers and key stakeholders through extensive consultation and engagement, using a human-centred approach.
You’re invited to attend one of our workshops so you can have your say on what a great system looks like to you.
To find out more and register for a workshop see our EDi page.
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Partnership opportunities
Does your school have a value below 1000 on the ICSEA? Do you have an innovative idea for a single or multiyear project for your school that has the potential for significant and sustainable change that will help students succeed? Need some funding? Check out Schools Plus website details. Open to individual schools and clusters (Alliances) of schools.
Applications open between August 7th to September 11th 2023.
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SASPA and SASSLA have collaborated on the development of a concept paper titled Reconceptualising the Principal Role.
Our paper has been developed through extensive engagement and consultation with our members and draws on national reports and research findings. We will continue to develop our thinking and engage with the Department and Principal Associations at a local and national level.
Analyse this
National Centre for Vocational Education Research Report provides insight into students engagement in 2022 VET in schools programs as part of their senior secondary certificate of education across Australia.
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Educators and school leaders can use the DfE compiled External Wellbeing Programs Directory when considering wellbeing and mental health programs for their schools. The directory is a curated list of external wellbeing and mental health programs that have been assessed as having a sound evidence base. There’s even a planning template to help choose a program!
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR THE SASPA CONFERENCE!
We are closing registrations on Monday 14th August at 12PM! With only a few spots remaining, if you are interested in attending - get your registration in quick!
Board Meeting Updates
2023 SASPA Board Priority Work
We held our latest Board meeting on Friday 4th of August, see details here!
2023 Australian of the Year, Taryn Brumfitt invites you to attend a FREE screening of her film, EMBRACE KIDS. The film explores the relationship children have with their bodies and covers topics such as social media, disability, gender identity, representation and diversity. The film sparks conversation and action, transforming the way the kids think about their bodies and helping them to create change in themselves and others.
Following the film, we'd love you to stay and join other educators for a session with Dr Zali Yager (internationally-recognised expert in the body image space). Schools and early learning environments are such a powerful place for young people to learn the tools and strategies they need to Embrace their bodies for life. We’ve pulled together a suite of innovative, engaging body-image resources – created by experts and backed by the latest research – so you have everything you need at your fingertips, and we'll let you know how to take this back and implement it in your own school. Our EMBRACE KIDS Classroom Program is free and curriculum-aligned.
Our kids sessions for the day are already booked out, but we have some space left for Principals, Deputies, Leaders and Teachers.
About the event
COST: Free!
WHEN: Monday 18 September, 2023 (Week 9, Term 3)
TIME: 9.30am - 11.30am OR 12.30pm - 3pm
WHERE: AFL Max, 32 Butler Boulevard, Adelaide Airport
To register, simply email events@theembracecollective.org with your name and the name of your school. Registrations close Friday 18 August.
Education Perfect
Education Perfect is running an exciting new global event 🤩🌏
The World Languages Forum is a FREE online conference designed to encourage learning, discussion and debate around how we can preserve our world languages, promote language learning and celebrate cultural diversity.
The engaging interactive programme includes a mix of keynote speakers, panel discussions and presentations with Q&As.
For more information please see link to register here!
Youth Opportunities
YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES - SUPPORTING THRIVING STUDENTS AND A POSITIVE SCHOOL CULTURE
For more than 25 years, Youth Opportunities has been delivering evidence-based personal leadership programs that create opportunities for young people to develop the life-long skills, habits, and confidence to thrive.
And our consistent outcomes speak for themselves, with a 29% reduction in the number of young people at high risk of developing a mental health disorder after completing our program. Importantly for our school partners, 90% of graduates also report being more motivated for school, and 89% report they have improved their relationships with their teachers!
We value and appreciate the privilege of being part of a school community, which is why offer Community 360 to our education partners to support, educate and empower parents, caregivers, and educators of our personal leadership program participants and to aid in building a positive school culture.
We recently recorded a live Professional Development Webinar for Secondary School Leaders and Educators which we encourage you to watch at your convenience.
Coaching Toward a Positive Learning Environment
If you would like to explore a partnership with Youth Opportunities please reach out to Larry Waller, Head of Programs on 08 8240 3133 or email.
