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SUMMARY:Curriculum Alignment Mapping Workshop and Q&A with Susan Feez
DESCRIPTION:As part of MSCA’s Curriculum Alignment Mapping Project\, contributors are invited to join this online workshop and Q&A with Dr Susan Feez. \nThe Curriculum Alignment Mapping Project is a national initiative linking Montessori curriculum with the Australian Curriculum (Version 9.0) achievement standards from Foundation to Year 10\, helping schools and centres clearly demonstrate how Montessori practice delivers Australian Curriculum outcomes. \nDuring this session\, Dr Feez will provide guidance to support contributors as they review their allocated curriculum area and provide feedback on the mapping document. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and clarify aspects of the review and alignment process.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/curriculum-alignment-mapping-workshop-and-q-and-a-with-susan-feez#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260812T014746Z
CREATED:20260729T074305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T014746Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Meeting the Standard: Understanding the Exceeding Themes
DESCRIPTION:What does it really mean to exceed the National Quality Standard? This workshop will explore the three Exceeding themes and how they are applied during Assessment and Rating.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/beyond-meeting-the-standard-understanding-the-exceeding-themes?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260620T115952Z
CREATED:20251112T113843Z
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UID:10000164-1789171200-1789343999@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Grassroots Montessori Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Submissions are now open for presentations! \nThe Grassroots Conference brings together Montessori educators to share practical ideas\, classroom experiences\, and inspiration from the heart of Montessori practice. \nJoin us in Adelaide on 12–13 September 2026 for two days of collaboration\, connection\, and professional growth. \nSave the date and stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://msca.edu.au/montessori-conference/
LOCATION:Adelaide\, SA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,In-Person Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T173000
DTSTAMP:20261011T045120Z
CREATED:20260326T010749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T045120Z
UID:10000207-1789057800-1789061400@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Learning Support Hub Group
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Support Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre staff working in learning support\, student services\, and other associated roles. \nFacilitated by Suzie Saffin.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/learning-support-hub-group-c-web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260909T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260909T213000
DTSTAMP:20260812T013543Z
CREATED:20260729T073716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T013543Z
UID:10000209-1788984000-1788989400@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Who is Your “Inner Adolescent?”: Transform Yourself to Transform Your Environment
DESCRIPTION:Adolescents are society’s most misunderstood age group. To truly serve them\, we must journey inward. Join us to revolutionise your approach to adolescent education!
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/who-is-your-inner-adolescent-transform-yourself-to-transform-your-environment?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260908T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260907T032032Z
CREATED:20260901T045129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T032032Z
UID:10000214-1788881400-1788885000@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:DUC Hub Group (Deputies)
DESCRIPTION:The DUC Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre deputies. Facilitated by Susan Harris Evans. Our Hub Groups are FREE and exclusively for MSCA members.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/duc-hub-group-for-deputies?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260901T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260326T013828Z
CREATED:20231017T005411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T013828Z
UID:10000193-1788278400-1788282000@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Marketing and Enrolments Hub Group
DESCRIPTION:The M&E Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre staff working in marketing\, enrolments\, and other associated administration roles. Facilitated by Gay Wales.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/m-and-e-hub-group?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260813T163000
DTSTAMP:20260326T012542Z
CREATED:20250826T064338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012542Z
UID:10000190-1786635000-1786638600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:LEAD4M Hub Group (Principals)
DESCRIPTION:The LEAD4M group is for all school principals: Learn\, Enthuse\, Assist\, Develop for Montessori. Facilitated by Adam Scotney. Our Hub Groups are FREE and exclusively for MSCA members.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/lead4m-hub-group?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260321T110757Z
CREATED:20240513T081550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T110757Z
UID:10000088-1786183200-1786190400@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:School Governance Workshop Series – Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Montessori schools are complex\, dynamic\, integrated ecosystems with students\, teachers\, parents/carers\, leaders and board directors working towards a shared purpose. This specialised\, online workshop series will focus on the role of school leaders and board directors using a Montessori lens to build an effective board and negotiate crucial conversations. \n\n\n\nDirectors’ Dragons Den\nMontessori governance challenges \n\nBoard challenges including complaints and grievances\nConflict of interest\nTricky case studies
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/school-governance-workshop-series-with-karen-bennetts?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260321T111914Z
CREATED:20240513T081546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T111914Z
UID:10000087-1785578400-1785585600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:School Governance Workshop Series – Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Montessori schools are complex\, dynamic\, integrated ecosystems with students\, teachers\, parents/carers\, leaders and board directors working towards a shared purpose. This specialised\, online workshop series will focus on the role of school leaders and board directors using a Montessori lens to build an effective board and negotiate crucial conversations. \n\nWalk Like a Montessori Director \n\n\nGovernance beyond the basics\n\nCultural Red Flags\nDifficult and crucial conversations\nThe Boardroom as a Prepared Environment\nBoard Culture Freedom and Responsibility\nDeveloping a Director’s mindset\nSkills sets
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/school-governance-workshop-series-with-karen-bennetts?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260321T111908Z
CREATED:20240513T081542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T111908Z
UID:10000086-1784973600-1784980800@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:School Governance Workshop Series – Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Montessori schools are complex\, dynamic\, integrated ecosystems with students\, teachers\, parents/carers\, leaders and board directors working towards a shared purpose. This specialised\, online workshop series will focus on the role of school leaders and board directors using a Montessori lens to build an effective board and negotiate crucial conversations. \nHow to Build an Effective Board \nBasic ideas and materials to help build an effective board \n\nThe decision-making work of the board\nMontessori as a distinct approach to board governance\nBoard action plans
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/school-governance-workshop-series-with-karen-bennetts?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T101151Z
CREATED:20251127T231042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T101151Z
UID:10000166-1782412200-1782415800@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Music in the Montessori Classroom with Jesam Stewart-Rech
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Montessori Classroom with Stewart-Rech\nNo musical experience? No problem! Whether you’re a seasoned musician or new to music\, this demonstration-based webinar gives practical strategies for engaging children inspired by Orff and Montessori principles. Learn to structure lessons\, guide behaviour\, manage transitions\, and differentiate for all abilities while teaching percussion\, drama\, and dance—with tips on finding materials and resources to make music joyful and manageable. \nMeet Your Host\nStewart-Rech\nJesam trained at WAAPA and the University of Tasmania\, completing double degrees in Piano Performance and Accompaniment. After moving to Melbourne\, she worked as a vocal accompanist and repetiteur\, where she discovered a love of theatre that continues to inspire\nher work. \nSearching for a meaningful\, non-mainstream education for her first child\, Jesam found Melbourne Montessori College\, where both of her children attended from Early Learners through to Year Six. Inspired by this experience\, she went on to qualify as a Primary Teacher\nand Orff practitioner\, drawn to the natural connection between the Orff approach and Montessori philosophy. \nSince joining the College in 2010 at the invitation of Dianne Davis\, Jesam has loved teaching Creative Expression across Cycles One to Three\, bringing together her passion for music\, creativity\, and child-centred learning.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/music-in-the-montessori-classroom-with-jesam-stuart?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260618T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260618T173000
DTSTAMP:20261011T045120Z
CREATED:20260326T010749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T045120Z
UID:10000188-1781800200-1781803800@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Learning Support Hub Group
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Support Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre staff working in learning support\, student services\, and other associated roles. \nFacilitated by Suzie Saffin.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/learning-support-hub-group-c-web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T120308Z
CREATED:20260511T115924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T120308Z
UID:10000206-1781634600-1781640000@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Being Child-led with Montessori philosophy - finding the way to identify and assist the development of infant\, toddler or child with a shared vision
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how understanding individual differences – sensory\, emotional\, and relational – strengthens connection\, regulation\, and learning for all children. Drawing on Montessori philosophy and contemporary developmental insights\, participants will examine how careful observation\, flexible assumptions\, and thoughtful environmental design support children to engage authentically and with greater ease. Children need to be observed objectively\, and for adults/environments to perhaps move from a different set of assumptions. The adult has to drop biases about how the child should experience the world\, communicate\, or feel emotions.\n\nTogether\, we will reflect on the role of the eight sensory systems\, the importance of regulation as a foundation for learning\, and how adults’ communication style\, pace\, and expectations shape a child’s experience. Practical\, Montessori‑aligned examples will illustrate how adapting environments and interactions – rather than correcting children – supports autonomy\, self‑awareness\, and meaningful participation.\nThis session is suitable for educators\, parents\, and school administrators seeking to deepen their capacity to follow the child\, honour individual difference\, and apply Montessori principles intentionally within everyday practice.\n\nMeet Your Host \nClare Jameson\nClare has blended her passions for education and therapy to support schools\, parents\, and children in their seeking of ways to find a sense of how they can hold themselves with more ease in the world. \nClare was an owner and directress for ten years of a 0-6-year-old pre-school in South Africa. On migrating to Australia\, Clare was part of the Northside Montessori School for 7 years\, both as a parent and as an educator in the 0-3 and 3-6 year old rooms.  In addition to Montessori training\, Clare also added Psychomotor Education training into her skill base as a useful understanding of the mind/body connection. Clare trained in counselling to better understand and provide in-built responses within the school community. Consulting with other Montessori communities has been part of the sharing of these experiences to assist community responses to shifting needs and demands. \nMoving into private practice has allowed the facilitation of the ‘follow the child’ ethos of Montessori philosophy to be present through child-centric approaches and modalities.  There is a fundamental difference between therapy and education….what is possible is to bridge the learning in therapy to translate into generalised application in the school room.  This can be a coordinated effort to observe and share with adults who are part of the macro support to a child. The balance to find is the acknowledgment of the presentations and capacity for the child\, along with the adaptation of the environment (which includes people!) to find common goals.  Having a shared vision that has the child as the central focus usually results in positive outcomes for all.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/being-child-led-with-montessori-philosophy-finding-the-way-to-identify-and-assist-the-development-of-infant-toddler-or-child-with-a-shared-vision?c=edm
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T095111Z
CREATED:20260502T072045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T095111Z
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SUMMARY:Whole Child: Whole Community\, driving holistic success for neurodiverse students.
DESCRIPTION:Whole Child: Whole Community\, driving holistic success for neurodiverse students.\nHow can we better understand and support neurodiverse students in a way that is responsive\, informed\, and meaningful? \nIn this session\, Kate draws on over 20 years of experience working with autistic individuals and their families across home\, school\, employment\, and organisational settings. Her work is grounded in the belief that individuals and families are the experts in their own lives\, and that effective support begins with listening\, understanding\, and collaboration. \nThis presentation begins with an overview of autism\, focusing on aspects that are often less well understood. As a diagnosis that presents differently in every individual\, educators are supported to move beyond generalisations and develop a more nuanced understanding of what autism means in practice. \nThe second part of the session explores overarching best-practice strategies that can be applied within educational settings. These approaches are designed to build confidence\, strengthen relationships\, and support environments where neurodiverse students can thrive. \nAbout Kate Exner\nWith more than 20 years’ experience supporting autistic people and their families\, Kate has worked across the full array of autism-support environments – from one-on-one with younger children at home\, to schools\, in employment settings and as a consultant improving autism accessibility for large organisations. She is committed to providing responsive care that acknowledges people on the autism spectrum and their families are the experts in their own lives. In a therapeutic sense she works collaboratively with families and individuals to explore their diagnosis and devise strategies to help achieve their goals.  As a consultant\, Kate leads by example\, sharing real-life insights and supporting businesses and schools to build the understanding\, confidence\, and empathy needed to create best-practice approaches that benefit everyone in their community.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/whole-child-whole-community-driving-holistic-success-for-neurodiverse-students-with-kate-exner?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260603T203000
DTSTAMP:20260401T112743Z
CREATED:20260401T110636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T112743Z
UID:10000196-1780511400-1780518600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Bringing Montessori Sports to Life in the 3–12 Environment
DESCRIPTION:Bringing Montessori Sports to Life in the 3–12 Environment\nPatrick Oudejans and co-host Tom Ransom will explore how purposeful movement and sport can be seamlessly integrated into Montessori environments for children ages 3–12. \nThis session introduces the Montessori Sports framework\, rooted in child development\, independence\, and joyful movement\, and demonstrates practical ways to implement meaningful physical activity across Children’s House (3–6) and Elementary (6–12) communities. \nPatrick and Tom will share real examples from classrooms and playgrounds worldwide and in Australia\, showing how movement can: \n\n\nStrengthen concentration and focus \n\n\nSupport social-emotional growth \n\n\nFoster a positive community culture \n\n\nSee Montessori Sports in action in a local Australian school\, with concrete strategies\, materials\, and approaches you can implement immediately. \nThis webinar is ideal for school leaders\, guides\, and movement educators seeking practical inspiration and actionable insights for integrating movement and sport into Montessori classrooms. \nMeet Your Hosts\nPatrick Oudejans\nPatrick Oudejans is the co-founder of Montessori Sports\, an organisation dedicated to integrating purposeful movement and sport into Montessori environments worldwide. With a background in elite football coaching and Montessori pedagogy\, Patrick works with schools\, educators\, and sports organisations across the globe to design child-centered movement programs for all ages. He regularly speaks at international Montessori conferences and leads the AMI-accredited Montessori Sports Fundamentals Course. Patrick is passionate about helping communities use movement to nurture independence\, wellbeing\, and the holistic development of every child. \nTom Ransom\nAfter working in a high school for two years\, Tom felt that he loved teaching\, but found many aspects of the education system he worked in troubling. When he observed in a Montessori 3-6 environment while trying to decide which school to send his son to\, Tom knew that he had found something very special. He decided to pursue this passion\, and has worked at Canberra Montessori since 2013\, in both 6-9 and 9-12 environments. \nTom began studying Montessori Sports in 2020\, and quickly realised the benefits for the whole class\, and the whole school. He runs Sport as a fully integrated part of the classroom\, where children receive lessons\, in small groups\, in the normal work cycle\, there are materials available on a shelf\, and they independently use the outdoor environment for follow up. Sport has so many benefits of a Montessori classroom that Tom says he would never want to work in an environment without it.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/bringing-montessori-sports-to-life-in-the-3-12-environment?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260326T013828Z
CREATED:20231017T005411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T013828Z
UID:10000192-1780416000-1780419600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Marketing and Enrolments Hub Group
DESCRIPTION:The M&E Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre staff working in marketing\, enrolments\, and other associated administration roles. Facilitated by Gay Wales.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/m-and-e-hub-group?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T173000
DTSTAMP:20260520T101510Z
CREATED:20260416T055049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T101510Z
UID:10000197-1779811200-1779816600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:The Genuine Montessori Pathway: What It Is and How It Works with Gay Wales
DESCRIPTION:The Genuine Montessori Pathway: What It Is and How It Works\nWhat does authentic Montessori practice look like at an organisational level – and how can it be consistently supported\, measured and strengthened? \nThis session introduces the Genuine Montessori Pathway (GMP)\, a structured framework designed to support schools and centres in delivering and sustaining high-quality Montessori education. Aligned with core Montessori principles and informed by global standards\, the GMP provides a clear\, practical pathway for continuous improvement and accountability. \nIn this session\, we will explore: \n\nWhat the Genuine Montessori Pathway is and the rationale behind its development\nHow the pathway functions across whole-school and centre contexts\nThe role of the GMP in supporting quality assurance\, reflection and professional growth\nHow it strengthens consistency\, integrity and alignment in Montessori practice\nThe benefits for leadership teams\, educators and broader school communities\n\nDesigned for school leaders\, educators and organisations\, this session offers a deeper understanding of how the Genuine Montessori Pathway can be used as a strategic tool to guide practice\, support teams and uphold the integrity of Montessori education. \nMeet Your Host\nGay Wales\nGay brings over 30 years of experience across education and business\, with a strong focus on leadership and authentic Montessori practice. \nAs Principal of Melbourne Montessori School (2012–2022)\, she led significant growth\, including the addition of a senior school\, IB Authorisation\, and two Innovative Schools Awards (2019 and 2020). \nGay holds an AMI Administrators Certificate and a Montessori Diploma (3–6)\, and brings deep expertise in implementing Montessori with integrity at a whole-school level. \nHer work with the Genuine Montessori Pathway (GMP) is grounded in this experience\, supporting schools and centres to strengthen quality\, consistency and alignment in practice.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/the-genuine-montessori-pathway-what-it-is-and-how-it-works?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260206T122117Z
CREATED:20260206T121812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T122117Z
UID:10000183-1779804000-1779807600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:DUC Hub Group (Deputies)
DESCRIPTION:The DUC Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre deputies. Facilitated by Susan Harris Evans. Our Hub Groups are FREE and exclusively for MSCA members.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/duc-hub-group-for-deputies?c=web
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260422T083407Z
CREATED:20251112T112417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T083407Z
UID:10000163-1779321600-1779580799@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:MiM: Meeting in the Middle Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Meeting in the Middle (MiM) is a forum for educators working in Montessori Adolescent Programs across Australasia. This annual gathering offers a collaborative space to share ideas\, explore best practices\, and connect with fellow adolescent guides and practitioners. \nJoin us in Sydney from 21–23 May 2026 for three days of learning\, inspiration\, and community.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/meeting-in-the-middle-mim-forum-2026?c=web#new_tab
LOCATION:Sydney\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,In-Person Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T095906Z
CREATED:20260502T105320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T095906Z
UID:10000199-1779301800-1779309000@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Weaving Wellbeing into Montessori: A Practical Framework 
DESCRIPTION:Weaving Wellbeing into Montessori: A Practical Framework \nIn Montessori environments\, we are already supporting the whole child—but many educators are noticing a growing need for more intentional wellbeing support in their classrooms. \nThis session introduces the RELEASE Montessori Wellbeing Model\, a practical and relational approach to embedding emotional wellbeing into everyday practice. Grounded in Montessori principles and real classroom experience\, this session explores simple\, developmentally aligned strategies that support emotional regulation\, connection\, and resilience across the planes of development. \nTogether\, we’ll reflect on what we’re already doing\, explore small group wellbeing rhythms\, and share practical tools that can be implemented immediately—without adding pressure or overwhelm. \nThis is a space to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with the meaningful work you are already doing\, while gently extending your wellbeing practice in ways that feel sustainable and authentic. \n  \nMeet Your Host \nMaria Vaioleti-Ponga\nMaria Vaioleti-Ponga is a Montessori educator\, Wellbeing Coordinator\, and mental health advocate based in Western Australia. She works at The Montessori School Kingsley and is the founder of Purple Fig Wellbeing Services\, a small business in Perth supporting women and school communities through practical\, compassionate approaches to mental health. \nMaria developed the RELEASE Montessori Wellbeing Model in response to the growing emotional needs she observed in students\, families\, and educators. Her work weaves together Montessori philosophy\, lived experience\, and evidence-informed wellbeing practices\, grounded in her Pacific and Māori cultural perspectives and holistic approaches. \nShe is passionate about creating safe\, reflective spaces where educators feel supported\, confident\, and equipped to nurture the whole child—while also honouring their own wellbeing.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/weaving-wellbeing-into-montessori-a-practical-framework?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260326T012542Z
CREATED:20250826T064338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012542Z
UID:10000189-1778772600-1778776200@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:LEAD4M Hub Group (Principals)
DESCRIPTION:The LEAD4M group is for all school principals: Learn\, Enthuse\, Assist\, Develop for Montessori. Facilitated by Adam Scotney. Our Hub Groups are FREE and exclusively for MSCA members.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/lead4m-hub-group?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T194500
DTSTAMP:20260407T104810Z
CREATED:20251112T111614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T104810Z
UID:10000161-1778697000-1778701500@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Annual Webinar 2026 with Anne Kelly
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 13 May 2026 at 6:30pm AEST for our Annual Webinar\, presented by Anne Kelly. This engaging online event will offer valuable insights and inspiration for Montessori educators\, leaders and parents. \nSave the date and stay tuned for more details! \n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Host!\n\n\n\n\nAnne Kelly is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert on the application of Montessori principles for Dementia\, Disability and Aged Care. She is currently Head of Montessori for Dementia\, Disability and Ageing for the Association of Montessori Internationale. Anne holds qualifications in Post Graduate Dementia Management\, Assessment and Workplace Training and Dementia Care Mapping. She has worked extensively in aged and dementia care both residential and community for the past 45 years. \nHer work takes her across Australia and the world\, providing training\, mentoring and consultation to care communities developing Montessori Environments. \nAnne is considered an Australian and world leader in Montessori Methods for dementia\, disability and ageing. She published her first book in 2017\, Forgetfulness\, Feelings and Farnarkling\, a book that examines where aged care has come from\, where we are now and where we need to  be.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/2026-annual-webinar-montessori-dementia-program-with-anne-kelly?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T173000
DTSTAMP:20261011T045120Z
CREATED:20260326T010749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T045120Z
UID:10000130-1775061000-1775064600@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Learning Support Hub Group
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Support Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre staff working in learning support\, student services\, and other associated roles. \nFacilitated by Suzie Saffin.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/learning-support-hub-group-c-web#new_tab
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Hub Groups,Online Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260114T131706Z
CREATED:20251112T111338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T131706Z
UID:10000162-1774483200-1774655999@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:H2H: Head to Head Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The next Head-to-Head (H2H) Forum will be held in Canberra\, ACT\, on 26 & 27 March 2026. \nThe Head-to-Head Forum is an annual gathering of Montessori school leaders to share ideas\, tackle challenges\, and support one another. This affordable two-day event offers a valuable opportunity to connect\, collaborate\, and strengthen leadership across the Montessori community. \nThe program typically includes school tours\, presentations from Heads of Schools\, guest speakers\, and facilitated discussion groups — all designed to inspire professional growth and practical exchange. \nNote: The H2H Forum is designed for Montessori principals and deputies. Other school leadership team members are welcome to attend\, though the program may be less relevant to their roles. \nRegister your interest and stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://msca.edu.au/event/h2h-head-to-head-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Canberra\, ACT
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,In-Person Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260316T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260316T200000
DTSTAMP:20260304T111038Z
CREATED:20251218T120357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T111038Z
UID:10000174-1773685800-1773691200@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Smartphones\, Gaming & Social Media: What Parents and Educators Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Smartphones\, Gaming & Social Media: What Parents and Educators Need to Know\nUnsure whether – or when – to give your child or teen a smartphone?Concerned about how much time they spend online and what they’re exposed to?Wondering whether new social media laws actually make a difference? \nThis essential webinar unpacks what’s really happening in the online world of children and young people\, how screens and social media affect developing brains\, and what adults can do to keep kids safe while maintaining trust and connection. \nDesigned primarily for parents and educators of older children (8+) and young teenagers\, this session will also be valuable for anyone living or working with children. \nTopics include: \n\nKey online risks and how to protect children while building trust\nAddictive app and game design and its impact on developing brains\nHow to decide when your child is ready for a smartphone or certain apps (and alternatives to consider)\nTurning screen-time battles into opportunities for connection and growth\n\nGrounded in the latest research\, this session offers proven\, real-life strategies and practical tools you can use immediately to manage device use more calmly and confidently at home. \nAbout Anke & FamilyFlow\nAnke is a parenting coach and educator based in Margaret River (WA). After completing a life-changing year of immersive parenting training with her family seven years ago\, she was inspired to share these transformative insights with others. \nWith over 20 years’ experience in IT project management\, Anke brings a unique perspective to helping families navigate screentime\, smartphones\, and social media with confidence and calm. Through her work with FamilyFlow\, she supports parents to create more ease\, joy\, and connection at home using an approach that is practical\, peaceful\, empowering – and grounded in real-life success.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/smartphones-and-social-media-practical-strategies-for-parents-and-educators?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260304T111226Z
CREATED:20251218T113820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T111226Z
UID:10000168-1773253800-1773259200@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Practical Skills That Actually Work: How to Get Kids to Listen in the Classroom & Home with Sylvia Arotin
DESCRIPTION:Practical Skills That Actually Work: How to Get Kids to Listen in the Classroom & Home with Sylvia Arotin\n\nEver hear yourself saying “No\, stop\, don’t do that\, be nice\, Share!”? Frustrated with not knowing what to say? Or maybe you are struggling to deal with challenging behavior after trying so many different approaches with no positive outcomes?\n\nIn this fun-filled session with Sylvia Arotin\, you will move beyond the frustration to understand where children’s behavior stems from. You will learn how to tackle those stressful moments with ease and confidence\, gaining practical skills to apply to your classroom or home that actually work.\n\nThe session will leave you feeling equipped to communicate in a positive and effective way\, helping to build a child’s skill set so they have the ability to self-regulate\, communicate effectively\, and learn about healthy boundaries.\n\nJoin us to discover the proven methods that will help the children in your care become confident\, capable\, and emotionally intelligent.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sylvia Arotin\n\nSylvia Arotin was recently named Women Changing the World in Education\, she is an award-winning international early childhood speaker\, child advocate & Director of My Montessori school in Sydney.\nShe founded Guide & Grow with over 440\,000+ members globally & holds various Montessori qualifications and degrees from Macquarie University. Known for her practical and relatable style\, she specializes in helping parents and educators understand child behavior and build thriving\, peaceful environments for young children through conscious communication.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/practical-skills-that-actually-work-how-to-get-kids-to-listen-in-the-classroom-or-home-with-sylvia-arotin?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260310T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260206T122117Z
CREATED:20260206T121812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T122117Z
UID:10000186-1773151200-1773154800@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:DUC Hub Group (Deputies)
DESCRIPTION:The DUC Hub Group is for all Montessori school and centre deputies. Facilitated by Susan Harris Evans. Our Hub Groups are FREE and exclusively for MSCA members.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/duc-hub-group-for-deputies?c=web
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260114T101918Z
CREATED:20260114T092016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T101918Z
UID:10000177-1772649000-1772654400@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Montessori in the Age of AI with Amelia Cobb
DESCRIPTION:Montessori in the Age of AI\nHow can Montessori educators prepare children to approach AI with curiosity and discernment in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? \nAs AI integrates deeply into learning\, communicating\, and understanding the world\, our students must develop digital literacy to navigate this landscape effectively. This literacy extends beyond traditional skills\, including the ability to question\, analyse\, and discern truth in an era where AI can obscure the line between fact and fiction. \nIn this session\, we explore how AI does not replace human thinking but acts as a tool to enhance creativity\, curiosity\, and problem-solving. With intentional use\, AI can empower children to think critically and innovate\, using technology to create\, communicate\, and explore. \nFor Montessori educators\, AI is a game-changer\, streamlining administrative tasks and enriching lesson planning\, allowing educators to focus more on what truly matters—inspiring and guiding our students. We must model thoughtful engagement with AI\, teaching digital skills that students will need in the future. \nParticipants will engage with case studies from Montessori classrooms that demonstrate how AI aligns with and supports Montessori philosophy. This includes fostering self-directed learning and independence while cultivating critical thinking\, creativity\, and concentration skills. Through interactive activities\, participants will discover practical AI tools tailored for Montessori settings\, equipping them with strategies to leverage AI’s potential while upholding the core principles of Montessori education. \nAbout Amelia Cobb\nAmelia Cobb is a distinguished Lead Teacher and School Leader at Montessori East Primary & Pre School. She is instrumental in embedding inclusive education strategies and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into the Montessori curriculum\, guided by the Curriculum Handbooks she has authored and published through MSCA. \nAs a Montessori graduate and educator\, Amelia’s deep understanding of Montessori principles drives her commitment to ensuring Montessori education remains relevant and impactful in a changing world.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/montessori-in-the-age-of-ai?c=web
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260128T061826Z
CREATED:20260128T061632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T061826Z
UID:10000179-1772130600-1772136000@msca.edu.au
SUMMARY:Visual Arts Literacy Foundations For 0-6 with Spramani Elaun
DESCRIPTION:Visual Arts Literacy Foundations for Ages 0–6\nVisual Arts Literacy Foundations for Ages 0–6 \nThis practical and inspiring workshop invites educators and parents to deepen their understanding of how young children develop visual literacy through meaningful art experiences. \nYou’ll explore: \n\nThe core foundations of visual arts in early childhood\nHow the arts support cultural awareness and identity\nWhy visual arts play a vital role in emotional development\nHow art-making builds confidence and healthy self-esteem\nWays visual arts integrate naturally with other learning areas\nWhy process-based art-making leads to genuine art appreciation\n\nWorkshop Features \n\nEngaging presentation grounded in developmental research\nLive demonstrations of art materials suited to children aged 0–6\, including how to prepare them for open-ended\, process-based exploration\nDedicated time for questions and discussion\n\nThis session is designed to leave you feeling confident\, informed\, and inspired to support children’s creativity through thoughtful\, developmentally aligned art experiences. \nAbout Spramani Elaun\nSpramani Elaun is an artist\, author\, and internationally recognized art educator who has spent over two decades transforming how children experience art. As the founder of Nature of Art®\, she has built a unique\, nature-inspired approach that blends developmental science with creative exploration. \nA homeschooling mom turned education leader\, Spramani has taught tens of thousands of children through her traveling art studio\, school programs\, and conference workshops across the U.S. and abroad. She’s also the author of nine art education books\, including The Way Children Make Art\, Defining Visual Arts\, and Early Childhood Art Guide. \nSpramani now trains teachers and parents in her time-tested visual art methods\, helping them bring art literacy into classrooms and homes with confidence and joy. Her background spans visual communication\, fine arts\, painting\, graphic design\, multimedia\, and business marketing management—all of which shape her creative\, holistic teaching style. \nWhether leading workshops\, speaking at international conferences\, or mentoring educators online\, Spramani continues to inspire a global community of teachers to nurture children’s creativity through meaningful art experiences.
URL:https://events.humanitix.com/visual-arts-literacy-foundations-for-0-6-with-spramani-elaun?c=website
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education Professionals,Online Events,Parents
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