Sydney STEM Teacher Festival Registration

HIGHLIGHT THE STATE-OF-THE-ART EDUCATION, WORKSHOPS, & TRAINING

Led by world-class experts, futurists, leading educators, and more, the Sydney STEM Teachers Festival features the most innovative ideas on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The festival also provides learning opportunities that can enrich your colleagues and students with new skills. Through interactive workshops, you’ll return to school with new knowledge and abilities to impart and will be ready to hit the ground running, incorporating STEM pedagogy into your teaching.

CURRICULUM REFORM

The festival will feature an array of keynotes, workshops, and focused learning opportunities in curriculum areas, activities and curricular approaches, all presented by esteemed from the University of Sydney, and NSW Department of Education educators. Distinguished by its distinct streams, tailored to specific areas of STEM education, this festival promises to be an invaluable resource for educators. Encourage your Principal to seize this opportunity to be ahead of the game, as participation will greatly support your school in effectively implementing curriculum reform.

USE PERSONAL EXAMPLES

If you’ve been to a similar event and found it beneficial, share your experience with your Principal. Describe how the event helped you grow professionally and how it impacted your work. Identify the skills and capabilities your Principal values most in you, then demonstrate how your attendance helped you hone and perfect those skills.

Finally, demonstrate how attending the festival can help you grow professionally and provide overall benefits to your school.

ASK FOR FORMAL APPROVAL

If you have a positive rapport with your Principal, consider discussing your case in person. However, if written communication is preferred or necessary, request formal approval via email.

• Provided below is an email template (complete the form below for access) for your convenience, which you can customise as needed.
• Keep in mind that your Principal may require time to consult with other stakeholders before making a decision. Therefore, it’s advisable to send your request well in advance to allow ample time for consideration.