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The ACHPER NSW Annual K-12 PDHPE Conference is a chance to come together to learn, share and network.

The Conference will showcase the latest innovative pedagogies, strategies, research and evidence informing PDHPE. Expert presenters will translate evidence into practical ideas you can implement in the classroom the next day.

Details

Date: Fri 24 and Sat 25 Nov 2023
Venue: University of Western Sydney, Parramatta South Campus, Victoria Rd, Rydalmere.

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  • Free car parking at P1, see map. The permit must be displayed – see your delegate email for details.
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  • Free WiFi available
  • Morning tea & lunch provided daily
  • Bring laptop/chargers, program & workbooks, waterbottle, sun protection
  • Wear comfortable clothing for light activity.
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2 day – $599; members $479
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2023 PDHPE Conference

November 24 @ 8:00 am - November 25 @ 5:00 pm AEDT

$410.00 – $599.00
ACHPER NSW PDHPE conference

Proudly sponsored by:

Western Sydney University logo

2023 K-12 PDHPE Conference
Friday 24 & Saturday 25 November 2023
University of Western Sydney, Parramatta South Campus, Victoria Rd, Rydalmere

The ACHPER NSW Annual K-12 PDHPE Conference is a chance to come together to learn, share & network. The Conference will showcase the latest innovative pedagogies, strategies, research & evidence informing PDHPE.

Expert presenters will translate evidence into practical ideas you can implement in the classroom the next day.

Go to the full 2023 Conference webpage, including program.

Details

Start:
November 24 @ 8:00 am AEDT
End:
November 25 @ 5:00 pm AEDT
Cost:
$410.00 – $599.00

Venue

Western Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus
Victoria Rd
Rydalmere, NSW 2116 Australia + Google Map
Phone:
(02) 9852 5222
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Organiser

ACHPER NSW
Phone:
02 9787 5141
Email:
achpernsw@achper.com.au
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2023 Conference program

 

Day 1

8.00-8.30am - Registration, Auditorium foyer (Building EE)

8:30-9.45am - Conference opening, welcome and keynote, Auditorium (Building EE)

Keynote presentation

In a rapidly evolving world, the importance of consent education cannot be overstated. As the boundaries of personal relationship continue to shift and technology reshapes how we interact, people need knowledge and tools to navigate the changes responsibly and respectfully. In this thought-provoking keynote, Jenny will explore how teaching consent should not be a one-time conversation, but a lifelong journey that begins in early childhood and continues throughout adolescence and adulthood. By fostering an open dialogue and providing age-appropriate information and scenarios, we can empower students to understand the concept of consent, communicate effectively, and establish healthy and respectful boundaries.

Jenny Walsh
Jenny is a consultant who started her professional life as a primary school teacher and in community health education. She has worked for 20 years translating research into child and adolescent education materials, as well as books and campaigns for parents, teachers and health professionals. This includes The Practical Guide to Love, Sex and Relationships for Years 7-10, which achieved international acclaim. Jenny believes teaching kids age-appropriate messages about their bodies, their right to safety, challenging gender roles, and creating positive expectations of how sexual relationships are meant to be (ethical, mutual, consensual and pleasurable) is fundamental to the promotion of respectful relationships, and the prevention of sexual abuse, unplanned pregnancies and STIs/HIV.

9:50-11:00am - Workshop session 1 (select 1 option)

New ideas for inclusive, safe and high involvement physical activity. This workshop will take a special education lens and apply its principles and strategies to all class types. You’ll explore practical ways to ensure maximum inclusion and increase participation for all students.

Sean DouglasSean Douglas, National Schools and Youth Manager, Special Olympics Australia
Sean has taught in Australia and the UK and is a passionate advocate for an inclusive, games-based approach to students’ physical literacy. Sean has worked extensively in teacher training and resource development and now heads Special Olympics Australia’s Schools and Youth programs, focusing on the expansion of Unified Champion Schools, empowering all students to be champions of inclusion.

Leisl Stimpson, Education and Training Manager, Special Olympics Australia
A PE teacher for 10 years in Australia and overseas, sport is a big part of Leisl’s life. She has worked for Australian Sports Commission in Sport Coordinator & Training roles and now with Special Olympics Australia. For the past decade she has coached an all-abilities female football program called PINK which drives physical literacy outcomes to improve the lives of young women.

Building respectful relationships and teaching consent education are essential components of creating a safe and inclusive school community. Discover valuable tools and techniques to effectively teach students about respect, consent, and fostering positive relationships. 

Jenny Walsh  
Jenny is a consultant who started her professional life as a primary school teacher and in community health education. She has worked for 20 years translating research into child and adolescent education materials, as well as books and campaigns for parents, teachers and health professionals.  This includes The Practical Guide to Love, Sex and Relationships for Years 7-10, which achieved international acclaim. 

Planning purposeful learning experiences is essential for engaging and motivating students. Discover innovative teaching strategies to foster critical thinking, practical application and support student growth. Leave with tools and resources that will enhance your lesson planning skills and empower you to deliver impactful PDHPE lessons.

Angus Glynne, Head Teacher PDHPE, Sydney Secondary College
A secondary teacher for 11 years, Angus has extensive experience leading quality programming and assessment in PDHPE and PASS.  He has worked with NSW DoE to create inquiry-based learning units of work for teachers in NSW. Angus has a genuine passion for providing and sharing enriching learning experiences that are meaningful. 

Making consistent and fair judgements about student achievement can be a challenge. Unlock the power of single point rubrics to enhance assessment practices and student learning outcomes. Learn how to utilise rubrics to provide targeted feedback, promote student growth, and simplify the assessment process.

Nick MulvihillNick Mulvihill, Nationally Certified Highly Accomplished Teacher (Health & Physical Education)
Nick is an experienced leader of health and physical education. His passion for data informed practice has resulted in academic growth for students in his classroom, extended across his faculty and associations, supporting teachers understand the value of seeking long term development. Nick regularly collects evidence of impact through formative and summative assessment and utilises this to maximise opportunities for student value.

Adolescence is a vital period for the prevention of substance use and mental health problems, yet existing school-based prevention programs are limited. Ken and Erin will explore two evidence-based programs getting results. OurFutures is award-winning health education courses that empower students to improve their health and wellbeing. PreVenture is an innovative program that provides personality-tailored coping skills for adolescents, delivered in small groups by trained facilitators.

Ken Wallace, CEO, OurFutures Institute  
Ken has twenty years’ experience in technology organisations with a passion for and focus on Education Technology and e-learning. Ken was co-founder, CEO and chair of Educator Impact. He has also held senior executive roles including COO at kidsbook.io and CTO at Emagine International.  

Erin KellyDr Erin Kelly, Research Fellow, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, The University of Sydney 
Erin leads a program of research in the translation of brief intervention in schools for the prevention of substance use and mental disorders. She is lead trainer of the Preventure program in Australia, an evidence-based personality-focused brief intervention. Erin completed her PhD in 2018, titled Tackling adolescent bullying head on: Victimisation, perpetration and targeted intervention. She is also a practicing Clinical Psychologist, currently working in private practice.

Unlock the power of Google Apps for formative assessment and feedback. Discover how to leverage Google App features to create interactive assessments, provide timely feedback, promote student engagement and create time-efficient assessment processes.

John Cunynghame, Leader of PDHPE, Xavier Catholic College Ballina
John has extensive teaching experience both in Australia and overseas. A PDHPE department head for over 20 years, John is the current leader of PDHPE at Xavier Catholic College Ballina. He’s a Google Certified Trainer, casual academic at Southern Cross University and leader of the 7-12 Collaborative Network PDHPE for the Diocese of Lismore. He is also presenting at EduTECH 2023 and the PDHPE Teachers’ Association Conference 23.

Learn how easy it can be to engage classes of 30 students through a game-based approach. Understand ways to cater for varying abilities through differentiation and ensure students drive their learning. Build your confidence to deliver a unit of Tennis in schools to students of all year levels. 

Patrick LandyPatrick Landy, Schools Development Manager, Tennis NSW 
Patrick has a lifetime of experience in tennis as a player, coach, centre manager and administrator. A qualified Tennis Australia Club Professional Tennis Coach, he spent many years as a full-time coach before transitioning into venue management. In coach development roles both with Tennis Australia and New Zealand, Patrick has educated many teachers and coaches in the art and science of tennis coaching. 

The new Stage 6 HMS syllabus has been released – and the structure is considerably different. Take a deep dive into the Year 11 outcomes and content to build your knowledge. Unpack the understanding and skills addressed by the outcomes. Explore the new content and how to teach it effectively.

Lisa BauerLisa Bauer, Head Teacher, James Ruse Agricultural High School 
Lisa has been a head teacher PDHPE for 14 years, with extensive Stage 6 and HSC marking experience. She has taught in both the independent and public sector and holds a Master of Teaching from the University of Sydney. Lisa is involved in improving pedagogical practices through mentoring, professional development groups and working with teachers on their accreditation processes. 

Pam WilliamsPam Williams, Head Teacher, Lisarow High School
Pam has been an educator for 30 years, with experience as Head Teacher PDHPE and Administration at various schools. Pam’s expert knowledge of PDHPE curriculum planning and syllabus has seen her lead and drive change across a wide range of initiatives. Pam firmly believes in the value of developing and nurturing relationships for effective teaching and learning.

Unlock the full potential of your CAFS students and create a positive learning environment for all. Learn strategies to build student confidence, foster active learning, and promote the practical application of knowledge.

Brenda Doran, Training, Compliance and Accreditation Specialist, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese 
Brenda has extensive PDHPE teaching experience across a number of high schools. She has been a deputy principal, head teacher, mentor and PDHPE teacher and has taught across all PDHPE curriculum areas. Brenda has been involved in ACHPER workshops for Stage 6 PDHPE and CAFS. She values high impact professional development as a pathway to evidence-based teacher practice, developing a network of informed educators which ultimately leads to enhanced student learning outcomes. 

11:00-11:25am - Morning tea

11:30am-12:40pm - Workshop session 2 (select 1 option)

Physical activity levels often change as student’s transition from primary to secondary school. Learn about the advantages of physical activity and ‘play’. Ross will share his experiences, discuss the mental and physical benefits, and why the approach should be actively promoted in secondary schools. Ross was the recipient of the 2023 NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship (Health Education & Wellbeing).

Ross Montague, Highly Accomplished Teacher, PDHPE, Picnic Point High School
An experience PDHPE teacher of 17 years, Ross has worked as an educator, sports coach and executive in Australia, UK and USA and is nationally accredited as a Highly Accomplished Teacher. As the recipient of the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship (Health Education and Wellbeing), he visited 32 schools throughout Australia to conduct his research. Ross was the 2022 ACHPER NSW Secondary PDHPE Teacher of the Year in recognition of his innovation in Game Sense education.

Discover evidence-based strategies and resources to help teaching about vaping and e-cigarettes. Unpack the latest research, trends, and health implications. The session will provide ready-to-use materials and engaging activities to help students make informed decisions and develop critical thinking skills regarding vaping and e-cigarettes.

Jackie HicksHolly Akhurst and Jackie Hicks, PDHPE Curriculum Officers, NSW Department of Education  
Jackie and Holly are two of the PDHPE Curriculum Officers as part of the NSW Department of Education, Secondary PDHPE Curriculum team. The role of this team is to provide ongoing support for syllabus implementation, curriculum reform and high quality pedagogy across NSW that meets the needs of teachers, leaders and key stakeholders. 

Unpack evaluation, evaluative thinking and collaborative inquiry. Focus your work with the QDAI framework and how it can be used to optimise curriculum implementation, quality teaching practice, assessment planning, and student achievement growth. Acquire practical skills to apply the framework in your school context and drive positive change for students. 

Brendan JonesBrendan Jones, Capability Building Advisor, NSW Department of Education 
Brendan is a committed lifelong learner and has investigated and implemented purposeful PDHPE practice in his role as a faculty leader in NSW public schools. Brendan is always looking for opportunities to bridge education research and praxis. His current work focuses on supporting school leadership teams in using evaluative thinking processes and evidence-based practice to improve school, teaching and student outcomes. 

This workshop is full. Please select another workshop from Session 2 to attend.

Do you find assessment of PE and movement challenging? Embed authentic formative assessment in your movement units. Explore how to use observational recording tools to assess students as you teach. Focus on creating efficiency and authenticity and collating your evidence of learning all in one place. 

Lisa Quinn, PDHPE Teacher, Corrimal High School
Lisa is an experienced Head Teacher PDHPE and has worked as a RFF primary school PE teacher. She has planned and delivered workshops for ACHPER and the DoE including Teaching Sexual Health, Inclusive and Safe practices, and Reimagining PE. As a Project Officer, Lisa has guided teachers across NSW to develop their knowledge and skills in PDHPE syllabus programming and effective assessment.

A key proposition that underpins the PDHPE syllabus is focusing on an educative purpose. Bring this to life in your PE lessons – learn how to create purposeful small-sided games that support students to transfer and adapt strategies across football codes. Based on years of experience, Gareth and Adam have partnered to explore the similarities and purposes of tactics in the different codes.

Gareth LongGareth Long, Director of Program Innovation & Development, Australian College of Physical Education 
Gareth is the Course Director of the Bachelor of Football (Development, Management & Performance) degree at the Australian College of Physical Education. He specialises in Coach Education and Physical Literacy.

Adam bunceAdam Bunce, Schools Engagement Manager, AFL Schools
Adam worked as a PE teacher in both Australia and the United Kingdom for 15 years, before moving to sport organisations in 2016. In his role with the AFL Adam works with schools throughout NSW & ACT to shape the lives of students through high quality physical education experiences.

Mental health is a dominant issue for many schools, with PDHPE faculties often responsible for dealing with it. Explore the key research on promoting mental health and wellbeing within schools. Learn key strategies and ideas to adopt both within the classroom and PE lessons.

Rhiannon WhiteDr Rhiannon White, Senior Lecturer, Western Sydney University
Rhiannon has a background in PDHPE and is currently a lecturer and researcher at Western Sydney University. Her research area primarily focuses on the relationship between physical activity and mental health, and she has expertise is how physical activity, sport, and PE activities can be tailored to maximise mental and emotional outcomes. She also supervises HDR students who are examining novel approaches to supporting mental health among high school students.

Embrace the diversity of learners and explore solutions to challenges of purposeful learning for all. Examine practical approaches including differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and personalised learning. Learn how to foster an inclusive classroom environment where every learner can reach their potential.

Veronica BrogdenVeronica Brogden, Leader of Learning, CathWest Innovation College
Veronica has a wide range of PDHPE teaching experience in NSW Independent and Catholic primary schools. She has been actively involved in the sports domain all her life as a competitor, coach, manager and convenor, from local to international level. She enjoys assisting teachers develop PDHPE programs that assist students develop life skills.

The new HMS syllabus requires different thinking when it comes to your scope and sequence. Explore options for sequencing your Year 11 HMS program to fit depth studies, collaborative investigations and assessment tasks within requirements.

James MuirJames Muir, PDHPE teacher, Aurora Southern Highlands Steiner School
James is an experienced Stage 6 teacher who has presented regularly for ACHPER NSW at Stage 6 conferences and workshops. James has a deep knowledge of the Core 2 content and designs innovative, interactive and educational practical experiences for students that make the learning stick.

Pam WilliamsPam Williams, Head Teacher, Lisarow High School
Pam has been an educator for 30 years, with experience as Head Teacher PDHPE and Administration at various schools. Pam’s expert knowledge of PDHPE curriculum planning and syllabus has seen her lead and drive change across a wide range of initiatives. Pam firmly believes in the value of developing and nurturing relationships for effective teaching and learning

Learn how to use RAP data to its full potential to improve student performance. Unpack simple ways to identify your successes and areas for improvement through analysing your school’s annual RAP data. Participants will need access to their own school’s RAP data for this session.

Alex LuptonAlex Lupton, Head Teacher, Teaching and Learning, Heathcote High School
Alex has extensive teaching experience across all three teaching sectors. She has been a PDHPE teacher, mentor, head teacher and senior education officer and has taught all PDHPE curriculum areas. Alex has been involved in ACHPER workshops for PASS and Stage 6 PDHPE. She values PDHPE professional development as a way of enhancing student learning and teaching strategies.

12:45-1:10pm - Curriculum update, Auditorium (Building EE)

The latest news on the new PDHPE learning area syllabuses.  This will include timelines, resources, and professional learning available to support planning and implementation. With Janice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW.

1:10-1:50pm - Lunch

1:50-3:00pm - Workshop session 3 (select 1 option)

It’s amazing what students can achieve when given the responsibility for physical activity promotion.  Damian will share the experiences of the Physical Activity Leaders Scheme (PALS) implemented at Irrawang High School. The Scheme has led to greater engagement in physical activity and provided the student leaders with post-school skills such as leadership, empathy and a strong work ethic. 

Damian HurleyDamian Hurley, PDHPE teacher, Irrawang High School 
Originally from Ireland, Damian has 15 years teaching experience in the UK, including 10 years as a head teacher.  He moved to Australia in 2012 and is currently Sports Organiser at Irrawang High School and has a huge interest in sports leadership. Damian is a former member of the ACHPER NSW board and part of the PE Pioneers group that initiated the ACHPER NSW Reimagining PE workshops. 

Understanding and recognising the potential impact of trauma on student learning is important. Learn how to plan lessons that are trauma-informed and psychologically safe for all, along with ways to support students who have experienced trauma.

Melinda Navin, Head Teacher, Student Wellbeing Initiatives, Department of Education
Melinda is a trained PDHPE teacher who has been working in the Student Wellbeing Initiatives role since 2017. She has delivered the Youth Aware of Mental Health program to Stage 5 students across NSW. Melinda is also an accredited facilitator of the Trauma Informed Practice to Improve Learning and Wellbeing professional learning program.


Samantha VazSamantha Vaz, Head Teacher, Student Wellbeing Initiatives, Department of Education 
Samantha is a passionate educator who believes in the power of connection in driving positive change. In her current role since 2020, she facilitates evidence-based wellbeing programs including Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) across schools in NSW. Samantha is an accredited facilitator of Supporting our Students Mental Health and Trauma-informed Practice for Improved Learning and Wellbeing professional learning programs. 

  

Structure of Observed Learning Outcomes (SOLO) offers a structured outline for enhancing learning and thinking. It motivates students to ponder where they are presently in terms of their level of understanding, and what they must do to progress. Simon will showcase how he has used SOLO in classes. He’ll share tasks and resources developed and provide insights into successful implementation.

Janice AtkinJanice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW 
Janice has worked as a PDHPE teacher, Head Teacher and curriculum consultant for 30 years. She has extensive experience with curriculum development in NSW, Australia and internationally, and recently managed the review of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education. Janice provides professional development, support and resources for departments, schools and teachers across Australia. 

Explore how to use observation and feedback techniques to enhance student learning in PE lessons. Strengthen your understanding of what to look for in students’ performances and how to effectively use students in peer feedback loops.

Lisa Quinn, PDHPE Teacher, Corrimal High School   
Lisa is an experienced Head Teacher PDHPE and has worked as a RFF primary school PE teacher. She has planned and delivered workshops for ACHPER and the DoE including Teaching Sexual Health, Inclusive and Safe practices, and Reimagining PE. As a Project Officer, Lisa has guided teachers across NSW to develop their knowledge and skills in PDHPE syllabus programming and effective assessment. 

Dance is a powerful form of self-expression and a medium through which creativity can flourish. In this workshop, we will reimagine traditional dance units to foster an environment where creativity thrives making dance more accessible, inclusive, and inspiring for contemporary learners.

Jennifer SharpJennifer Sharp, PDHPE & Learning Support teacher, Magdalene Catholic College
Jenn is both a teacher and Sessional Lecturer, University of Wollongong. An enthusiastic educator who strives to create an inclusive learning environment, Jenn’s areas of passion include dance, health, boys’ education and supporting students with additional needs. She is an experienced dance teacher and choreographer who currently educates pre service teachers on ways to reshape traditional dance units.

Better understand the guiding principles for sexuality and sexual health education in NSW schools. Unpack the principles developed by Family Planning Australia, in conjunction with the NSW Sexual Health in Schools Advisory Committee. Explore how these principles can inform the delivery of sexuality and sexual health education in your school context.

Victoria OttelVictoria Oettel, Senior Education Officer, Family Planning NSW
Victoria is passionate about supporting teachers with approaches that enhance young people’s engagement in learning. She works with Family Planning NSW supporting educators in teaching sexuality, sexual health and relationships education. She has worked in diverse areas of education in Australia and overseas, and has presented at conferences and forums across Australia.

Developing skills such as feedback, metacognition and self-regulation is a challenge when juggling timetable limits and curriculum requirements. Portfolio Based Assessment is a formative assessment approach that focuses on developing self-reflective learners, aware of their learning progress, strengths and areas for improvement.

Carly McPherson, Assistant Head of PDHPE, International Grammar School 
Carly has been a passionate PDHPE teacher for 10 years and has held leadership roles in Wellbeing and PDHPE. She holds both a Master of Education with a specialisation in Mathematics and PDHPE qualifications. As Assistant Head of the PDHPE Department Carly focuses on curriculum. She is dedicated to the creation and implementation of curriculum that is designed to enable students to thrive both within and beyond the school context. 

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) replace the Ottawa Charter in the new Stage 6 HMS syllabus (Core 1). Explore SDGs and how to use this framework to explore related areas. You’ll receive resources that unpack the content and provide sample learning sequences to build student understanding of SDGs.

Simon Board, Director of PDHPE and Sport, International Grammar School  
Simon is an experienced leader in PDHPE with a passion for curriculum and innovation. He has worked with NESA and other non-government organisations developing syllabus aligned resources. He has been involved extensively in syllabus development, review and implementation and has a keen interest in the new Stage 6 HMS syllabus. 

Alex Walters, Director of Learning for Wellbeing, St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah
Alex been teaching for 19 years including Stage 6 PDHPE and CAFS since 2007 and head of Department roles from 2008-2018. Alex is also an experienced senior marker.

Case studies and scenarios in CAFS support the practical application of syllabus content. Explore techniques to engage students in real-world scenarios that bring content to life. Gain resources and insights to help create meaningful learning experiences and foster deeper understanding among your students.

Louisa BaileyLouisa Bailey, R/Head Teacher PDHPE, East Hills Girls Technology High School 
Louisa has been a secondary PDHPE teacher for 8 years. She has experience teaching and leading in a range of courses, including HSC CAFS, PDHPE and Child Studies. Passionate about being ‘all-in’, Louisa strives to contribute across all aspects of school life, including welfare, the PDHPE classroom, school sport and curriculum development.   

3:00-3:45pm - Session 4: Collaborative future planning

PDHPE teachers are in the midst of the biggest curriculum reform in three decades. With the amount of work involved it makes sense to work smarter, not harder. This session will be the launching pad for local collaborative teacher networks for K-10, HMS and CAFS. ACHPER NSW will support each to plan, program and deliver the new PDHPE learning area syllabuses in their schools. You will select one group option: K-10, Stage 6 HMS or Stage 6 CAFS.

Alex Luptonwith Alex Lupton, Head Teacher, Teaching and Learning, Heathcote High School  
Alex has extensive teaching experience across all three teaching sectors. She has been a PDHPE teacher, mentor, head teacher and senior education officer and has taught all PDHPE curriculum areas. Alex has been involved in ACHPER workshops for PASS and Stage 6 PDHPE. She values PDHPE professional development as a way of enhancing student learning and teaching strategies. 

Janice Atkinwith Janice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW 
Janice has worked as a PDHPE teacher, Head Teacher and curriculum consultant for 30 years. She has extensive experience with curriculum development in NSW, Australia and internationally, and recently managed the review of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education. Janice provides professional development, support and resources for departments, schools and teachers across Australia. 

Clare Rodenwith Clare Roden, Professional Learning Support Officer, ACHPER NSW 
Clare has been a secondary PDHPE for 15 years, including head teacher for 11 years. She has sat on multiple curriculum and HSC advisory groups, and was a HSC marker for 8 years. Clare has been part of ACHPER NSW team for more than a decade as a presenter, vice president and board member. Clare is currently a sessional lecturer at the University of Wollongong and has presented widely on K-12 PDHPE and CAFS to teachers and schools across NSW. 

3:45-4:30pm – Networking, Auditorium foyer (Building EE)

 

Day 2

 

8:30-9.00am - Registration, Auditorium foyer (Building EE)

9:00-10:10am - Workshop session 5 (select 1 option)

Create engaging and inclusive gym and dance lessons without expensive equipment and expertise. Discover innovative strategies to promote active participation, creativity, and enjoyment in gymnastics and dance classes, using minimal equipment. 

Rhiannon WhiteDr Rhiannon White, Senior Lecturer, Western Sydney University  
Rhiannon is a senior lecturer at Western Sydney University. She currently leads a final semester subject within Western’s PDHPE degree which focuses on novel and creative ways to embed aspects of gymnastics and dance into every day PDHPE lessons. Through this subject, she works with her students to develop new ideas that use gymnastics and dance movements to develop physical competencies that can be transferred into other everyday lifelong activities. 

Adolescence is a vital period for the prevention of substance use and mental health problems, yet existing school-based prevention programs are limited. Ken and Erin will explore two evidence-based programs getting results. OurFutures is award-winning health education courses that empower students to improve their health and wellbeing. PreVenture is an innovative program that provides personality-tailored coping skills for adolescents, delivered in small groups by trained facilitators.

Ken Wallace, CEO, OurFutures Institute  
Ken has twenty years’ experience in technology organisations with a passion for and focus on Education Technology and e-learning. Ken was co-founder, CEO and chair of Educator Impact. He has also held senior executive roles including COO at kidsbook.io and CTO at Emagine International.  

Erin KellyDr Erin Kelly, Research Fellow, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, The University of Sydney 
Erin leads a program of research in the translation of brief intervention in schools for the prevention of substance use and mental disorders. She is lead trainer of the Preventure program in Australia, an evidence-based personality-focused brief intervention. Erin completed her PhD in 2018, titled Tackling adolescent bullying head on: Victimisation, perpetration and targeted intervention. She is also a practicing Clinical Psychologist, currently working in private practice.

Unlock the power of Google Apps for formative assessment and feedback. Discover how to leverage Google App features to create interactive assessments, provide timely feedback, promote student engagement and create time-efficient assessment processes. 

John Cunynghame, Leader of PDHPE, Xavier Catholic College Ballina 
John has extensive teaching experience both in Australia and overseas. A PDHPE department head for over 20 years, John is the current leader of PDHPE at Xavier Catholic College Ballina. He’s a Google Certified Trainer, casual academic at Southern Cross University and leader of the 7-12 Collaborative Network PDHPE for the Diocese of Lismore. He is also presenting at EduTECH 2023 and the PDHPE Teachers’ Association Conference 23. 

Conceptual understanding of movement outcomes for PDHPE is a priority in the current and new draft syllabus. Unpack the movement skills outcomes and discover ways to embed intentional and purposeful questioning in your PE lessons. Learn how to use questioning to check and progress your students’ learning and assist you to make judgements on level of understanding.

Kristie crawfordKristie Crawford, Sports Coordinator, PDHPE Teacher and College Aboriginal Education Coordinator, Northern Beaches Secondary College, Manly campus ; Certified – Highly Accomplished 
Kristie has 15 years experience teaching PDHPE including Stage 6 CAFS, SLR and PASS courses across multiple campuses of the Northern Beaches Secondary College. As an ACHPER NSW PE Pioneer, Kristie collaboratively developed the suite of Reimagining PE workshops. She has also presented the ACHPER Programming the K-10 PDHPE syllabus workshops.   

Physical activity levels often change as student’s transition from primary to secondary school. Learn about the advantages of physical activity and ‘play‘. Ross will share his experiences, discuss the mental and physical benefits, and why the approach should be actively promoted in secondary schools. Ross was the recipient of the 2023 NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship (Health Education & Wellbeing). 

Ross Montague, Highly Accomplished Teacher, PDHPE, Picnic Point High School 
An experience PDHPE teacher of 17 years, Ross has worked as an educator, sports coach and executive in Australia, UK and USA and is nationally accredited as a Highly Accomplished Teacher. As the recipient of the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship (Health Education and Wellbeing), he visited 32 schools throughout Australia to conduct his research. Ross was the 2022 ACHPER NSW Secondary PDHPE Teacher of the Year in recognition of his innovation in Game Sense education. 

Planning purposeful learning experiences is essential for engaging and motivating students. Discover innovative teaching strategies to foster critical thinking, practical application and support student growth. Leave with tools and resources that will enhance your lesson planning skills and empower you to deliver impactful PDHPE lessons.

Angus Glynne, Head Teacher PDHPE, Sydney Secondary College 
A secondary teacher for 11 years, Angus has extensive experience leading quality programming and assessment in PDHPE and PASS.  He has worked with NSW DoE to create inquiry-based learning units of work for teachers in NSW. Angus has a genuine passion for providing and sharing enriching learning experiences that are meaningful. 

Discover evidence-based strategies and resources to help teaching about vaping and e-cigarettes. Unpack the latest research, trends, and health implications. The session will provide ready-to-use materials and engaging activities to help students make informed decisions and develop critical thinking skills regarding vaping and e-cigarettes.

Holly AkhurstJackie HicksHolly Akhurst and Jackie Hicks, PDHPE Curriculum Officers, NSW Department of Education  
Jackie and Holly are two of the PDHPE Curriculum Officers as part of the NSW Department of Education, Secondary PDHPE Curriculum team. The role of this team is to provide ongoing support for syllabus implementation, curriculum reform and high quality pedagogy across NSW that meets the needs of teachers, leaders and key stakeholders. 

Depth studies and collaborative investigations are new structural elements of the HMS syllabus. You’ll need upfront planning to implement these effectively. Explore content that best lends itself to each element. Review a variety of learning sequences to analyse considerations for planning implementation at your school.

Kelly Pfeiffer, Education Officer, Department of Education
An innovative educator with years of experience, Kelly has a reputation for excellence in the classroom, and as a leader and networking champion. Kelly has a keen eye for emerging trends, and seeking creative ways to engage students and inspire learning. Kelly’s work includes designing engaging curricula using project-based learning and collaborative inquiry approaches.

Janice AtkinJanice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW
Janice has worked as a PDHPE teacher, Head Teacher and curriculum consultant for 30 years. She has extensive experience with curriculum development in NSW, Australia and internationally, and recently managed the review of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education. Janice provides professional development, support and resources for departments, schools and teachers across Australia.

Looking to review your current CAFS assessment processes and need new ideas? Explore a wide range of formative and summative assessment practices that will make your overall assessment process easier. With practical examples and collaborative activities, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to implement quality assessments. 

Rebecca Sammut AlessiRebecca Sammut-Alessi, PDHPE Teacher and Sports Organiser, Woonona High School 
Rebecca has been teaching PDHPE for 9 years, covering all subject areas. With experience as Head Teacher and Sport Coordinator, Rebecca has previously led a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Feedback Project. She has experience training and mentoring pre-service teachers and has led in-faculty High Impact Teaching Strategies learning and data-driven HSC improvement plans.  

10:15-11:25am - Workshop session 6 (select 1 option)

Are you looking for an exhilarating and unique game to engage players of all ages and abilities? Join us for an exciting session introducing “YOU.FO” – the innovative new game that combines elements of flying discs and team sports to create an adrenaline-pumping experience like no other. 

Giel BosGiel Bos, Director of Sports at YOU.FO 
Giel has 8 years of experience as Physical Educator and Lecturer in Sports Science in the Netherlands. A developing partner of YOU.FO, he has spent 10 years on its global development, presenting at conferences, writing curriculum, and supporting teachers. Giel has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and a Master of Science degree in Human Movement Sciences

Consent education is a key aspect of relationship and sexuality education. Build your understanding and practical tools to navigate conversations with students about consent. Explore how consent relates to setting boundaries, alcohol and other drugs, the digital world and recognising and responding to sexual harassment and assault.

Katie BirdDr. Katie Bird (MD) Head of Content Development and Co-Head of Curriculum, Consent Labs 
Joining Consent Labs at the end of 2020, Katie works on program development, drives Consent Labs’ social media channels and facilitates workshops. Passionate about inclusivity and education, she champions marginalised voices and ensures programs are in line with best educational practices. 

Embrace the diversity of learners and explore solutions to challenges of purposeful inclusive learning for all. Examine practical approaches including differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and personalised learning. Learn how to foster an inclusive classroom environment where every learner can reach their potential. 

Veronica Brogden, Leader of Learning, CathWest Innovation College  
Veronica has a wide range of PDHPE teaching experience in NSW Independent and Catholic primary schools. She has been actively involved in the sports domain all her life as a competitor, coach, manager and convenor, from local to international level. She enjoys assisting teachers develop PDHPE programs that assist students develop life skills. 

Making consistent and fair judgements about student achievement can be a challenge. Unlock the power of single point rubrics to enhance assessment practices and student learning outcomes. Learn how to utilise rubrics to provide targeted feedback, promote student growth, and simplify the assessment process.

Nick MulvihillNick Mulvihill, Nationally Certified Highly Accomplished Teacher (Health & Physical Education)
Nick is an experienced leader of health and physical education. His passion for data informed practice has resulted in academic growth for students in his classroom, extended across his faculty and associations, supporting teachers understand the value of seeking long term development. Nick regularly collects evidence of impact through formative and summative assessment and utilises this to maximise opportunities for student value.

New ideas for inclusive, safe and high involvement physical activity. This workshop will take a special education lens and apply its principles and strategies to all class types. You’ll explore practical ways to ensure maximum inclusion and increase participation for all students.

Sean DouglasSean Douglas, National Schools and Youth Manager, Special Olympics Australia
Sean has taught in Australia and the UK and is a passionate advocate for an inclusive, games-based approach to students’ physical literacy. Sean has worked extensively in teacher training and resource development and now heads Special Olympics Australia’s Schools and Youth programs, focusing on the expansion of Unified Champion Schools, empowering all students to be champions of inclusion.

Leisl Stimpson, Education and Training Manager, Special Olympics Australia
A PE teacher for 10 years in Australia and overseas, sport is a big part of Leisl’s life. She has worked for Australian Sports Commission in Sport Coordinator & Training roles and now with Special Olympics Australia. For the past decade she has coached an all-abilities female football program called PINK which drives physical literacy outcomes to improve the lives of young women.

Understanding and recognising the potential impact of trauma on student learning is important. Learn how to plan lessons that are trauma-informed and psychologically safe for all, along with ways to support students who have experienced trauma. 

Melinda NavinMelinda Navin, Head Teacher Student Wellbeing Initiatives, Department of Education
Melinda is a trained PDHPE teacher who has been working in the Student Wellbeing Initiatives role since 2017. She has delivered the Youth Aware of Mental Health program to Stage 5 students across NSW. Melinda is also an accredited facilitator of the Trauma Informed Practice to Improve Learning and Wellbeing professional learning program. 

Samantha VazSamantha Vaz, Head Teacher, Student Wellbeing Initiatives, Department of Education 
Samantha is a passionate educator who believes in the power of connection in driving positive change. In her current role since 2020, she facilitates evidence-based wellbeing programs including Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) across schools in NSW. Samantha is an accredited facilitator of Supporting our Students Mental Health and Trauma-informed Practice for Improved Learning and Wellbeing professional learning programs. 

The new Stage 6 HMS syllabus focuses on the development of research skills. Investigate the skills needed to effectively research in HMS and ways to embed them in your programs. You’ll receive sample learning sequences that model ways to develop and apply research skills whilst learning course content.

Alex LuptonAlex Lupton, Head Teacher, Teaching and Learning, Heathcote High School
Alex has extensive teaching experience across all three teaching sectors. She has been a PDHPE teacher, mentor, head teacher and senior education officer and has taught all PDHPE curriculum areas. Alex has been involved in various NESA curriculum advisory groups and presented ACHPER workshops for both PASS and Stage 6 PDHPE.

Clare RodenClare Roden, Professional Learning Support Officer, ACHPER NSW 
Clare has been a secondary PDHPE for 15 years, including head teacher for 11 years. She has sat on multiple curriculum and HSC advisory groups, and was a HSC marker for 8 years. Clare has been part of ACHPER NSW team for more than a decade as a presenter, vice president and board member. Clare is currently a sessional lecturer at the University of Wollongong and has presented widely on K-12 PDHPE and CAFS to teachers and schools across NSW. 

Delve into the world of cognitive load and memory retention to support learning in CAFS.  Learn techniques to help structure the delivery of course content and learning to your students. Enhance their memory retention, ultimately leading to more effective learning outcomes and greater exam success.  

Rachel Koulyras-QuinnRachel Koulyras Quinn, Education consultant
Rachel is an experienced PDHPE teacher who has been teaching in K-12 schools since 2009. She has a wide range of experience leading in areas including faculty, Secondary curriculum, middle school wellbeing and differentiation for students with diverse learning needs. She is passionate about supporting student growth and achievement by developing teachers’ capacity to embed evidence based practice into classroom and assessment. 

11:25-11:45am - Morning tea

11:50am-1:00pm - Workshop session 7 (select 1 option)

Re-focus on the educative purpose of PE and explore new and practical ways to engage those “switched-off” students. Plan lessons that provide a buffet of choices at different levels of challenge to ensure success for all students. Change it up by exploiting different combinations of equipment, rules, skills and strategies. 

Kristie crawfordKristie Crawford, Sports Coordinator, PDHPE Teacher and College Aboriginal Education Coordinator, Northern Beaches Secondary College, Manly campus
Certified – Highly Accomplished
Kristie has 15 years experience teaching PDHPE including Stage 6 CAFS, SLR and PASS courses across multiple campuses of the Northern Beaches Secondary College. As an ACHPER NSW PE Pioneer, Kristie collaboratively developed the suite of Reimagining PE workshops. She has also presented the ACHPER Programming the K-10 PDHPE syllabus workshops.

Having difficult conversations with students can be challenging. Learn techniques for effectively approaching and navigating them with empathy and professionalism. Build your confidence and practical skills to address sensitive topics, build trust with students, and foster a supportive and caring learning environment.

Andre Adam-De-Villiers, PDHPE Teacher, Marist Catholic College North Shore
Andre is an experienced primary and secondary PDHPE and whole school and community approaches to enhance physical education levels, self-worth, fortitude and discipline. He focuses on the ability to form genuine and meaningful connections to enhance student outcomes, perceptions of one’s perceived ability, forming self-worth and challenging negative thinking.

Do you find assessment of PE and movement challenging? Embed authentic formative assessment in your movement units. Explore how to use observational recording tools to assess students as you teach. Focus on creating efficiency and authenticity and collating your evidence of learning all in one place. 

Lisa Quinn, PDHPE Teacher, Corrimal High School
Lisa is an experienced Head Teacher PDHPE and has worked as a RFF primary school PE teacher. She has planned and delivered workshops for ACHPER and the DoE including Teaching Sexual Health, Inclusive and Safe practices, and Reimagining PE. As a Project Officer, Lisa has guided teachers across NSW to develop their knowledge and skills in PDHPE syllabus programming and effective assessment.

Menstrual health can be a taboo topic and is largely absent from the current K-10 PDHPE curriculum. Explore the evidence base, challenges and solutions to effective menstrual health literacy for students. Look at how student co-design can improve student understanding of this normal bodily function.

MIchelle O'SheaDr Michelle O’Shea, Senior Lecturer, Western Sydney University
Michelle‘s most recent scholarship, practice and advocacy is concerned with understanding and redressing inequities in education and work contexts with a focus on menstrual health. She co-led the white paper What’s the bloody big deal? How Australian workplaces and educational institutions can help break the menstrual taboo and has worked to advance the roll out of free period product provision in education settings. She contributes to menstrual health curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.

Kylie SteelDr Kylie Steel, Senior Lecturer, Health and Physical Education, Western Sydney University
Kylie is a trained K-12 Physical Education teacher, K-6 generalist teacher, and Sport Scientist. She began her career as an outdoor educator, followed by several years teaching K-12 in NSW and the ACT. Concurrently over a six-year period Kylie coached various sports at a private metropolitan girl’s school, in addition to working as a sport scientist with the NSW Institute of Sport. Broadly, Kylie’s research and teaching expertise focuses on human movement behaviour with a focus on the factors that influence performance and how performance can be improved or modified. 

Outdoor education has been included as a Department of Education developed elective in Stage 5. Many schools now offer outdoor education to students. Lori will share the resources, expertise and insights Outdoors NSW/ACT can offer schools to support development and implementation of an outdoor learning program.

Lori ModdeLori Modde, CEO, Outdoors NSW and ACT
Lori has worked in community and economic development for close to 30 years. As the CEO of Outdoors NSW & ACT, she is leading the organisation in being a strong peak body for the industry. Lori holds numerous volunteer board roles and volunteers in mentoring programs. Her previous work includes senior roles with Tourism NSW, Hills Shire Council, and Sydney Olympic Park Authority.

Enrich your Physical Activity and Sports Studies course. Explore the brand new set of AFL resources, which offer valuable insights from current players into various aspects of training and nutrition programs. 

Adam bunceAdam Bunce, Schools Engagement Lead, AFL Schools  
Adam worked as a PE teacher in both Australia and the United Kingdom for 15 years, before moving to sport organisations in 2016. In his role with the AFL Adam works with schools throughout NSW & ACT to shape the lives of students through high quality physical education experiences. 

The literacy demands of the PDHPE learning area are well documented. This workshop will model practical lesson ideas that explicitly teach elements of literacy whilst addressing the outcomes and content of the syllabus.   

Kelly-Ann ParryDr Kelly Ann Parry, ACHPER NSW Board and Lecturer, Australian College of Physical Education 
Kelly is a passionate educator with a philosophy grounded in student-centric and innovative pedagogies. She has lead PDHPE faculties in Australia and the UK. Kelly believes in supporting students to be physically literate and providing authentic learning experiences so that students can value movement.   

Declan McNallyDeclan McNally, Australian College of Physical Education 
Declan co-teaches the Literacy & Numeracy for Learning and Teaching course, as well as supporting students with academic skills. Declan’s background is in teaching basic skills, ESL, and EALD. He has taught in a range of settings from prisons to private language schools in the UK, Egypt, Spain, and Australia. Declan has an MA in Ethics and Legal Studies and a lifelong passion for Tottenham Hotspur, Australia’s new favourite EPL team. 

Smashed is a free program available as a live theatre incursion and an online cinematic lesson. Since 2015 Smashed has engaged over 250,000 students in conversation about the dangers and consequences of underage drinking. Smashed compliments the work already done in schools and brings the curriculum to life in a dynamic, memorable way. This session will include a showcase of the live theatre and interactive workshop that forms part of the program. 

Tim WattTim Watt, Director, Gibber Educational  
Tim has been creating and delivering interactive learning experiences for young people using professional actors for almost 30 years. In his early career as an actor, Tim experienced the power of using live theatre as an accessible, inclusive learning tool and learnt the value of creating credible authentic characters to break down barriers and engage and empower an audience.  Tim co-founded Gibber in the UK in 1999 and brought the company to Australia in 2013. 

The Stage 6 HMS course (Focus Area 2) extends body systems content to include interrelationships between systems. Students need to understand how all aspects of the body work together during physical activity and exercise. Unpack this new content area and take part in hands-on activities you can use with students.

James MuirJames Muir, PDHPE teacher, Aurora Southern Highlands Steiner School 
James is an experienced Stage 6 teacher who has presented regularly for ACHPER NSW at Stage 6 conferences and workshops. James has a deep knowledge of the Core 2 content and designs innovative, interactive and educational practical experiences for students that make the learning stick. 

Janice AtkinJanice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW
Janice has worked as a PDHPE teacher, Head Teacher and curriculum consultant for 30 years. She has extensive experience with curriculum development in NSW, Australia and internationally, and recently managed the review of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education. Janice provides professional development, support and resources for departments, schools and teachers across Australia.

NESA has announced a change in Category A groups to be studied in the CAFS Groups in Context module. Explore the new groups and resources available to teach the content through the lens of rural and remote families.

Vanessa PenitaniVanessa Penitani, Sports Coordinator, Trinity Catholic College
Vanessa is an experienced, enthusiastic and passionate PDHPE/CAFS teacher. Her teaching philosophy is centred on providing authentic learning experiences for all the students in her classes. Vanessa also has experience of marking CAFS HSC. 

Clare RodenClare Roden, Professional Learning Support Officer, ACHPER NSW
Clare has been a secondary PDHPE for 15 years, including head teacher for 11 years. She has sat on multiple curriculum and HSC advisory groups, and was a HSC marker for 8 years. Clare has been part of ACHPER NSW team for more than a decade as a presenter, vice president and board member. Clare is currently a sessional lecturer at the University of Wollongong and has presented widely on K-12 PDHPE and CAFS to teachers and schools across NSW.

1:00-1:45pm - Lunch

1:50-3:00pm - Workshop session 8 (select 1 option)

Explicit questioning in games-based lessons can dramatically enhance learning.  Learn how to use skinny and fat questions, question starters and questioning protocols. See how techniques such as the 5Ws and the debate of ideas can help to develop thinking players and game understanding. 

Kelly-Ann ParryDr Kelly Ann Parry, ACHPER NSW Board and Lecturer, Australian College of Physical Education  
Kelly is a passionate educator with a philosophy grounded in student-centric and innovative pedagogies. She has lead PDHPE faculties in Australia and the UK. Kelly believes in supporting students to be physically literate and providing authentic learning experiences so that students can value movement.   

Young people often turn to their peers for mental health support. According to R U OK research, 69% of young people are much more likely to discuss mental health concerns privately with a close friend, than with family or in a group setting with friends. Explore the role that peers play as informal caregivers in mental health prevention and promotion for young people.

Kim HarperKim Harper, Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing Initiatives, Department of Education 
Kim currently leads a team responsible for the state-wide implementation of a mental health and suicide prevention program in NSW government high schools. An experienced PDHPE teacher and Head teacher, Kim has taught at several schools, and worked as a drug education consultant and relieving PDHPE Curriculum Advisor. Kim is passionate about PDHPE and its impact on the lives of students. 

As Artificial intelligence (AI) grows, it’s important to ensure students interact with AI systems responsibly and ethically. Explore effective approaches to teach the ethical use of Chat GPT, a powerful language model, while highlighting the opportunities and challenges associated with AI-driven communication.

Kelly Pfeiffer, Education Officer, Department of Education
An innovative educator with years of experience, Kelly has a reputation for excellence in the classroom, and as a leader and networking champion. Kelly has a keen eye for emerging trends, and seeking creative ways to engage students and inspire learning. Kelly’s work includes designing engaging curricula using project-based learning and collaborative inquiry approaches.

The PDHPE syllabus is underpinned by the development of skills under three domains – self-management, interpersonal and movement skills. Explore learning approaches which support the development and assessment of these skills across a range of areas in PDHPE. Deepen your understanding of the relationship between skill application and opportunities for formative assessment.

Jodie Wilks, Primary PDHPE Teacher, Hunter Valley Grammar School  
A former secondary teacher, Jodie found her passion in teaching primary PDHPE 10 years ago. A strong believer in the value of fundamental movement skills in the primary years, Jodie has great enthusiasm for sparking student engagement through humour, fun and modified games. She has worked for ACHPER NSW for many years developing and delivering professional learning.  

Embark on an interactive journey into the Psychology of Strengths. Discover your own unique top 5 strengths through an immersive experience, and learn how to profile the individual strengths of your students and cohort. Gain access to valuable resources that will empower you to adopt a strengths-based approach to wellbeing, student engagement, motivation, and success in the classroom. 

Dan HardieDan Hardie, Adolescent Therapist & Founder of MyStrengths Australia  
Dan has been an adolescent therapist for over 16 years and has seen too many young people only describe themselves with negative labels: dumb, nerdy, lazy. Dan discovered that genuine and lasting change only occurred when positive self-esteem and confidence was built. He created the MyStrengths Assessment, which has engaged 75,000+ teens across 120+ schools. He hopes to see all Australian adolescents understand their strengths and reframe their perceived weaknesses. 

Ebony BasherEbony Basher, School Partnerships Manager, MyStrengths 
Ebony has a 16 year history in education both as a primary and secondary teacher. Her school-based roles centred around sport and PDHPE, which aligns with her passion outside of work where she coaches Oztag at National and International levels. Joining the MyStrengths team 3 years ago, Ebony supports school staff to embed a Strengths-Based Approach to their wellbeing framework.  

Structure of Observed Learning Outcomes (SOLO) offers a structured outline for enhancing learning and thinking. It motivates students to ponder where they are presently in terms of their level of understanding, and what they must do to progress. Simon will showcase how he has used SOLO in classes. He’ll share tasks and resources developed and provide insights into successful implementation.

Simon Board, Head of PDHPE, International Grammar School
Simon Board is an educational specialist in the area of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. Over 20 years he has led, developed and grown future-focused and collaborative PDHPE departments at numerous schools including St Aloysius College, Barker College, Loreto Kirribilli and Northern Beaches Christian School.

The new Stage 6 HMS syllabus focuses on skills outcomes as part of the teaching and assessment requirements. Explore the skills outcomes and how each can be developed, applied to content and assessed effectively in your programs. You’ll analyse sample learning and assessment products to explore how to teach skills while covering course content.

Alex Walters, Director of Learning for Wellbeing, St Brigid’s Catholic College, Lake Munmorah 
Alex has been teaching PDHPE for 19 years including Stage 6 PDHPE and CAFS since 2007. She has held head of Department roles from 2008-2018. Alex is also an experienced senior marker and has presented on numerous occasions for ACHPER. 

Clare RodenClare Roden, Professional Learning Support Officer, ACHPER NSW
Clare has been a secondary PDHPE for 15 years, including head teacher for 11 years. She has sat on multiple curriculum and HSC advisory groups, and was a HSC marker for 8 years. Clare has been part of ACHPER NSW team for more than a decade as a presenter, vice president and board member. Clare is currently a sessional lecturer at the University of Wollongong and has presented widely on K-12 PDHPE and CAFS to teachers and schools across NSW.

Learn how to work smarter, not harder, when it comes to the CAFS Independent Research Project (IRP). Explore different ways to teach the IRP which you can adapt to your school context. Learn new ideas around content, IRP facilitation and assessment. Discover methods to enhance student research skills, promote critical thinking and guide them to success.

Jessica GavricJessica Gavric, PDHPE teacher/Assistant Head Teacher, Narrabeen Sports High
Jess has been teaching secondary PDHPE for 13 years, with a wide range of experience leading curriculum, faculty, wellbeing and sport. She is a passionate mentor for pre-service and early career teachers, committed to nurturing sense of purpose, connection, teacher wellbeing and effective teacher organisation and practice.

3:00-3:40pm - Conference plenary, prize draws and evaluation, Auditorium (Building EE)

Janice Atkinwith Janice Atkin, Professional Learning Officer, ACHPER NSW 
Janice has worked as a PDHPE teacher, Head Teacher and curriculum consultant for 30 years. She has extensive experience with curriculum development in NSW, Australia and internationally, and recently managed the review of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education. Janice provides professional development, support and resources for departments, schools and teachers across Australia. 

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