ASA Conference 2023 Program

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CEO Foreword

It’s time! Time to be gathering in-person again. What better place to be doing so than our national capital, Canberra. We have met annually through a conference or other less-formal gathering for over three decades, except for 2020 due to the global pandemic. Gathering, networking, learning and worshipping are central to our Anglican identity.

Anglican Schools Australia (ASA) has our origins in the National Anglican Schools Consultative Committee (NASCC). In 1992, representatives of Anglican dioceses from across Australia who were committed to the mission of Anglican schools gathered ‘in conference’. It’s in our DNA.

By 1999, the NASCC conferences had grown in numbers attending. There was a desire to provide a formal constitution and connection with the General Synod of the Anglican Church of Australia. At NASCC’s eighth Annual Conference, held in Queensland, a new organisation was established, to be known as the Australian Anglican Schools Network (AASN) which, by 2011, became Anglican Schools Australia.

Recently, our new Strategic Plan was launched, with a re-defined Core Purpose “To serve, support and connect Anglican schools in living their Anglican identity.” All we do as a national Anglican peak body for schools is founded on our Core Values: “Inspired by Christ, we embrace service, integrity and inclusion.”

The Management Committee is clear about our focus of ministry. We call those areas ‘Core Activities’. There are four - Anglican Identity, Supporting Chaplaincy, Engagement through Activity, and Sustainability & Growth. Throughout 2023 and the years ahead, our efforts will be directed to and through these core activities.

When you join us in Canberra to celebrate Re-emergence, you’ll gather with fellow Anglican educators, leaders, governors, clergy and friends passionate about supporting and growing their school’s Anglican identity. What an exciting and enticing thought. See you in August!

The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM Chief Executive Officer, Anglican Schools Australia

Welcome from the 2023 Conference Chair

I am delighted to invite your participation at the 2023 Anglican Schools Australia (ASA) National Conference in Canberra. Senior leadership from Australia’s 160 Anglican schools, and the churches and communities that support them, will gather in our national capital from August 4–5, 2023.

We are excited to finally be able to gather face-to-face, on the lands of the Ngunnawal People, who have been meeting here for thousands of years. Canberra provides a myriad of national institutions, which are the perfect backdrop for our gathering and learning. Our conference attendees are looking forward to the many opportunities to network with their peers across the two days.

The program features creative thinkers and inspiring speakers, who will share their deep knowledge of the independent education space and provide exciting ideas for delegates to take back to their schools and communities across Australia.

For the past few years, we have all had to learn how to stay connected, while remaining apart. After the disruption of the past few years, our conference theme –Re-emergence – could not be more fitting.

We will explore the opportunity, innovation and connection that can re-emerge during uncertainty, and how this challenges us and allows us to consider the following questions:

• How can we prepare for individual and collective re-emergence?

• What role do tradition, shared stories, and the wisdom of others play?

• How can our school communities support individuals and groups to see hope and possibility?

• What do we take forward with us, and what do we leave behind?

• How do we respond to worry and fear?

• How can we ensure that justice, equality, and sustainability are part of our reemergence?

I do hope you will take this opportunity to be involved in the Anglican Schools Australia 2023 National Conference, as we imagine, learn and re-emerge together.

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Keynote Speaker: Dr Julia Baird | JOURNALIST & AUTHOR

Julia Baird is an award winning journalist and best selling author based in Sydney, Australia. She hosts The Drum on ABCTV and writes columns for the Sydney Morning Herald, the Age and the New York Times. Her writing has appeared in a range of publications including Newsweek, The New York Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Guardian, the Good Weekend, The Sydney Morning Herald, the Sun-Herald, The Monthly, Time and Harper’s Bazaar. Her new book, Phosphorescence: On awe, wonder, and the things that sustain you when the work goes dark, is a number one best seller in Australia.

Julia has had a wide-ranging career in print and broadcast journalism both in the United States and Australia. Her work has earned her four Walkley Our Watch Awards, (including the Gold) for her reporting on domestic violence, a Walkley Award for team election reporting, and two further Walkley nominations, for analysis and commentary and for Victoria: The Queen.

Baird’s history Ph.D., on female politicians and the media, formed the basis of her first book, Media Tarts: How the Australian Press Frames Female Politicians (2004). Baird has also taught history and made radio documentaries on subjects as diverse as black metal music and convent education.

Baird received both her B.A. and Ph.D. in history from Sydney University. She is a regular commentator on television and radio.

Keynote Speaker: Dr Brad Tucker

ASTROPHYSICIST | COSMOLOGIST

Brad Tucker is an Astrophysicist/ Cosmologist, at the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Mt. Stromlo Observatory at the Australian National University. He is currently trying to discover the true nature of dark energy, the mysterious substance causing the accelerating expansion of the Universe. He is the lead of the Kepler Extra-Galactic Survey, which uses the Kepler Space Telescope to understand why and how stars blow up and the search to discover Planet 9 - a proposed new planet in our Solar System. He is also leading a project to build a network of telescopes that will float on balloons.

Brad frequently gives talks to school groups and the public about Astronomy and has regular segments on radio and TV stations, such as channel 7’s Sunrise and Morning Show, and ABC’s 7:30 Report. Brad has also developed a series of Astronomy coins with the Australian Mint and consulted on science fiction movies such as Alien:Covenant. He is currently in the process of writing his first popular-level science book and developing a series of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC)s.

Keynote Speaker: Mr Thomas Mayo | AUTHOR

Thomas Mayo is a Kaurareg Aboriginal and Kalkalgal, Erubamle Torres Strait Islander man. He is a union official with the MUA and is an advocate in the campaign for a constitutionally enshrined Voice – the key proposal in the Uluru Statement. He is the Chairperson of the Northern Territory Indigenous Labor Network, advises the Diversity Council of Australia and the From the Heart campaign, and is an executive member of the Northern Territory Trades and Labour Council. Thomas is the author of four books, and has articles and essays published in The Guardian, Griffith Review and Sydney Morning Herald.

Thomas has published books that cover both historical and contemporary First Nations struggles including his extensive work campaigning for the Uluru Statement from the Heart, biographical narratives, fatherhood, masculinity, love and race. He has published essays and articles in the Griffith Review, the Sydney Morning Herald and The Guardian.

Thomas was inspired to write his first book: Finding the Heart of the Nation – the Journey of the Uluru Statement towards Voice, Treaty and Truth, after being entrusted to carry the sacred Uluru Statement from the Heart canvas to Australians from all walks of life, soon after its creation in the heart of the country in 2017. This best-selling book is now in a paperback second-edition.

Thomas traveled throughout the nation for eighteen months with the Uluru Statement, taking it to the smallest of communities to large city gatherings, playing a key role in building the peoples movement for a constitutionally enshrined First Nations Voice to what it is today. His first childrens book: Finding Our Heart, is a childrens book about the Uluru Statement. It has enjoyed success because of its contemporary art and powerful truth telling with a uniquely clear call to action.

Thomas continues to passionately advocate for workers rights and for a constitutionally enshrined Voice. His writing journey continues also, with several books in development.

Keynote Speaker: Dr Donna Cross OAM BEHAVIOURAL SCIENTIST

Dr Donna Cross is a behavioural scientist and Emeritus Professor at the University of Western Australia, and Senior Research Fellow at the Telethon Kids Institute.

Donna has received over $84m in competitive applied research funding which has contributed to significant health and education policy and practice change in schools and communities. Her research addresses children’s and adolescents’ social and emotional wellbeing, mental health promotion, bullying prevention, and positive and safe online behaviour.

For her leadership improving children’s and adolescents’ mental health and wellbeing Donna received an OAM, was the 2012 WA Australian of the Year, the 2022 inductee to the WA Women’s Hall of Fame and she is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Science.

Keynote Speaker: The Most Reverend Geoffrey Smith

PRIMATE OF THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF AUSTRALIA & ARCHBISHOP OF ADELAIDE

Archbishop Geoffrey Smith is the 10th Bishop and 5th Archbishop of Adelaide and Metropolitan of South Australia. In April 2020 he was elected Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia.

Prior to his installation as Archbishop on 28 April 2017, he was the Assistant Bishop/ General Manager and Registrar of the Anglican Diocese of Brisbane.

Archbishop Geoff’s past roles have included Rector of Taraka, Papua New Guinea, First Vicar of the Parochial District of SawtellBonville, National Director of the Anglican Board of Mission – Australia, and Bishop of the Southern Region, Diocese of Brisbane.

Keynote Speaker: Mr Brennon Dowrick OLY OAM

FORMER OLYMPIAN

Australian Brennon Dowrick is one of Australia’s most successful gymnasts. He has represented Australia at two Olympic games, three Commonwealth Games and seven World Championships. Brennon was Australia’s first ever gymnastics Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist in 1990, a feat he repeated in 1994. He also was Australia’s first Olympic games finalist at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.

From the age of seven, Brennon had the goal of representing his country at the Olympic games. Joining the Australian Institute of Sport at the age of twelve and spending sixteen years on scholarship, Brennon lived through highs and lows with an unwavering passion to achieve beyond his dreams.

Brennon has been speaking since the age of twelve when he started winning high school public speaking competitions. Upon his retirement from gymnastics in 2000, speaking became Brennon’s full time career.

Chaplains’ Day and Leading in an Anglican School Day

There are two pre-conference programs available. The Chaplains’ Day offers a day of professional learning and networking for School Chaplains. The Leading in an Anglican School Day provides an opportunity for aspiring leaders to come together for leadership activities. These programs are NOT included in your conference registration and there is an additional fee to attend.

Thursday 3 August | Radford College

Cost: $150.00pp which includes light catering and refreshments

Chaplains’ Day

10:00am Arrive and register

10:30am Worship & Morning Tea

Leading in an Anglican School Day

10:00am Worship & Morning Tea

11:00am Tour of the College

11:30am

Towards a Theology of School Chaplaincy: in conversation with renowned poet Mr John Foulcher, The Reverend Dr Jane Foulcher, and The Reverend Associate Professor Andrew Cameron.

12:30pm Small group discussion

1:00pm Lunch

Exploration Workshops

• Godly Play

• Prayer Spaces/Labyrinth

• Bush walk

2:00pm

• Ideas for chapels using the Church Calendar and other significant times of the year eg. Book Week, National Reconciliation Week, NAIDOC Week

• Space to ‘be’

• Service Learning

3:00pm Afternoon Tea

3:30pm Ideas sharing

4:00pm Chaplains Day concludes

12:00pm Major issues for Anglican Schools

1:00pm Lunch

2:00pm The changing landscape of digital education and innovation

3:00pm Surviving a crisis in our school

Conference Program

Program Disclaimer

Day 1

The speakers, topics, and times are correct at the time of publishing. However, in the event of unforeseen circumstances, the organisers reserve the right to alter or remove items from the conference program. For the most up to date conference information please visit the conference website.

FRIDAY 4 AUGUST 2023

8:00 - 8:45am Registration Open

8:45 - 9:30am Conference Opening

MCs / Conference Prophet - Sarah Agnew , Storyteller/Poet/Minister and Stephen Pickard , Australian Academic/Retired Anglican Bishop

- Welcome to Country

- Opening Liturgy

- Welcome by Mrs Fiona Godfrey OAM , 2023 Conference Chair, Anglican Schools Australia

- Comments by Mrs Debbie Dunwoody , President, Anglican Schools Australia

9:30 - 10:45am Keynote Speaker | Dr Julia Baird

10:45 - 11:15am Morning Tea break with Trade Exhibitors

11:15am - 12:30pm Keynote Speaker | Dr Brad Tucker

12:30 - 1:00pm Panel Session: Lesley Johnston , Trinity College - Faith and Life

1:00 - 2:00pm Lunch

2:00 - 2:15pm CEO’s Address

The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM, Chief Executive Officer, Anglican Schools Australia

2:15 - 3:30pm Keynote Speaker | Mr Thomas Mayo

3:30 - 4:00pm Afternoon Tea break with Trade Exhibitors

4:30 - 5:00pm Conference Eucharist | St. Paul’s Anglican Church

6:00 - 7:30pm Welcome Reception | Manuka Oval

Conference Program Day 2

Program Disclaimer

The speakers, topics, and times are correct at the time of publishing. However, in the event of unforeseen circumstances, the organisers reserve the right to alter or remove items from the conference program. For the most up to date conference information please visit the conference website.

SATURDAY 5 AUGUST 2023

8:00 - 8:30am Registration Opens

8:30 - 9:00am

Annual General Meeting

9:00 - 9:15am Welcome | Morning Prayer

9:15 - 10:30am

10:30 - 11:00am

Keynote Speaker | Dr Donna Cross OAM

Uncle Glenn Loughrey: Voice, Treaty, Truth. Absurd Generosity. The Statement from the Heart as Pedagogy

11:00 - 11:30am Morning Tea break with Trade Exhibitors

11:30am - 12:45pm

Keynote Speaker | The Most Reverend Geoffrey Smith Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia and Archbishop of Adelaide

12:45pm - 1:45pm Lunch break with Trade Exhibitors

1:45pm - 3:00pm Keynote Speaker | Mr Brennon Dowrick OLY OAM

3:00pm - 3:45pm

Closing Liturgy, Conference Review and Announcement of 2024 Conference

3:45pm - 6:00pm Free time to explore Canberra

6:00pm - 6:30pm Pre-Dinner Drinks

6:30pm - 10:00pm Conference Dinner | Great Hall, Parliament House

Registration Fees

Registration is now open for the 2023 Anglican Schools Australia Annual Conference, Re-emergence. Early Bird will close on Friday 30 June 2023, book and pay before this date to secure the discounted registration rate.

Please note all prices are displayed in Australian dollars and inclusive of GST. Before registering, please view the Event Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

If you are having any trouble with the registration process please contact the Conference Manager, BCC Management (03) 7031 9900 or info@bccm.com.au.

Networking Events

General Information

Venue: Hotel Realm

18 National Circuit, Canberra ACT 2600

The conference will be held at Hotel Realm with official conference proceedings taking place in the National Ballroom. Hotel Realm is within walking distance to national icons including Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and the National Gallery of Australia and a high level of exposure at a fantastic price point.

Getting to Hotel Realm

• Taxi/Ride Share - For all taxi and ride share services, please utilise the drop off area outside of the entrance of the hotel. The hotel is located at 18 National Circuit, Canberra ACT 2600.

• Parking - Car parking is available within the Realm Precinct. Parking is complimentary at the Hotel Realm for the first 60minutes. Wilson Parking offer free parking Monday - Friday from 4:30pm3am and all weekend. Please visit Wilson Parking Australia to view the carparking rates outside of these days and times.

• Train: Kingston Train Station is located 2km from Hotel Realm. For further information on public transport please visit the Canberra Transport website https://www.transport.act.gov.au/

Key Locations

• Canberra Airport 7.4 km

• CBD: 4km

• Parliament House - 1.5km

• Manuka Oval - 0.85

• Little National Hotel - 0.35km

• Hotel Burbury - 0.2km

Dietary Requirement

If you have any dietary requirements, please detail them when you register. We require 7 days’ notice to ensure your dietary requirement can be catered for. At the conference, keep an eye out for the special diets table or ask one of the friendly venue staff for assistance.

Wi-Fi

All conference delegates, event attendees can access complimentary Wi-Fi whilst at the venue. Wi-Fi login details will be available via the conference App.

Program Disclaimer

The speakers, topics, and times are correct at the time of publishing. However, in the event of unforeseen circumstances, the organisers reserve the right to alter or delete items from the conference program.

Conference Manager

BCC Management

P: +61 (03) 7031 9900

E: info@bccm.com.au

W: https://bccm.com.au/

Anglican Schools Australia

For all questions regarding the Anglican Schools Australia please contact ASA directly

P: +61 (08) 9286 0290

E: asa@anglicanschoolsaustralia.edu.au