Supporting Older Adolescent Arrivals: Navigating the Space Between School and Adulthood  Thursday 30 July 2026 4:00pm – 5:00pm AEST, Online For young people who arrive in Australia during their later teenage years, settlement is often shaped by a unique set of challenges. Some arrive with significant responsibilities and life experience, having worked, lived independently or […]

New Arrivals in the Mainstream Classroom: Practical Teaching Strategies Thursday 13 August 2026 4:00pm – 5:00pm AET, Online As increasing numbers of newly arrived students transition into mainstream schools, teachers are seeking practical strategies to support language development, engagement and wellbeing across all learning areas. In this session, Michele Bond and Jo Rochford, Outreach Coordinators […]

When Students Need More Than English: Navigating Settlement Services Tuesday 18 August 2026 4:30pm – 5:30pm AET, Online EAL students from refugee and migrant backgrounds often face complex settlement challenges that can affect their learning, wellbeing and engagement. As trusted adults, teachers are frequently asked for information and advice about housing, employment, health, education pathways […]

Supporting Refugee Women in English Classes: Culturally Responsive TESOL Strategies Tuesday 25 August 2026 4:30pm – 5:30pm AEST, Online This professional development session explores the unique challenges faced by refugee women learners in English classes across Victoria. Participants will examine how cultural, social, and linguistic factors affect learning and engagement. Drawing on culturally responsive pedagogy, […]