WEBINAR 1

21 May, 3.30 - 5.00pm -  ELEVATE YOUR IMPACT AS A MIDDLE YEARS TEACHER

Presenter: Deb Evans

Together, we will explore two key questions through this webinar. How can knowing more about adolescent development and middle years learners impact our learning and teaching; and how can we better prepare ourselves with strategies that will engage and motivate our young adolescents for success?

This webinar is for those middle years’ teachers looking to elevate their impact with this unique age group (10-15 yrs) of young adolescents. The conversation will look at what is unique about middle years learners and provide practical and research-based strategies to create a fruitful learning partnership.

WEBINAR 2

28 May, 3.30 - 5.00pm - THE DISENGAGED ADOLESCENT: How my team engages with the disengaged

Presenter: James Marsman

Join us for an insightful presentation on innovative strategies to re-engage disengaged youth. Discover how building strong relationships, creating relevant and active learning experiences, and fostering a positive school climate can transform student engagement. Learn from real-world examples and practical tips that have made a difference in our school community. Perfect for educators, administrators, and anyone passionate about supporting student success.

WEBINAR 3

4 June, 3.30 - 5.00pm - Digital Wellbeing: Promoting Healthy Online Habits and Screen Use

In today’s tech-driven world, fostering digital wellbeing is essential for both educators and students. This session explores practical strategies to encourage balanced screen time, build healthy online habits, and promote a mindful digital environment in the classroom. Participants will learn how to model positive digital behaviour, integrate digital wellness into instruction, and support students in developing critical self-regulation skills. Join us to discover tools and approaches that support a healthier relationship with technology for all learners.

Presenter: Jasmine Kelly (Psychologist and Supervisor specialising in child development, adolescents, parenting, and families)

WEBINAR 4

18 June, 3.30 - 5.00pm 

AI UNIT AND LESSON DESIGN: Creating dynamic unit and lesson plans for the middle years

 Presenter: Gerard Alford

"This practical and hands-on workshop aims to familiarise educators with the innovative use of AI in unit and lesson planning and curriculum development, ensuring that all AI generated lesson plans are systematically checked and customised. All participants will generate AI unit plans, lesson plans and supporting activities applicable for the Middle School years".

WEBINAR 5

30 July, 3.30 - 5.00pm

High Impact Strategies for Successful Middle Schools: Theory Into Practice

Presenter: Stephanie Simpson

Now in its third year, AMLE's Successful Middle School Research Program has taken a deep dive into what's working in middle grades schools around the world. What can we learn from this data? In this session, we will explore interesting new insights into middle grades education and implications for practice revealed through this real-world research. As we consider what we've learned, we will also share high-impact strategies you can bring back to your own role or school as you work to align to the characteristics and essential attributes of a successful middle school.

WEBINAR 6

6 August, 3.30 - 5.00pm

Self-regulated Learning in the Middle Years

Presenter: Katherine Main

Self-regulated learning is crucial for academic success and lifelong learning. Having strong SRL skills equips students with the tools to take charge of their own learning. This session is designed for middle years educators and delves into the science behind SRL and how to teach it explicitly in the classroom. You'll gain a clear understanding of SRL's key components, explore why it is crucial during early adolescence, and discover evidence-based strategies and classroom-ready activities.