AISA Events

Aug
27

Glocalize Your Curriculum - Workshop

Glocalizing our curriculum is much more than simply incorporating global issues. By taking an interculturally responsive approach, we make sure the curriculum becomes a mirror to all students, creating truly inclusive spaces where all are seen, heard and have a sense of belonging

This workshop aims to nurture an attitude of appreciation for global perspectives while valuing and integrating local cultures and identities.

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Sep
9

AISA-ICMEC Level 1 Child Protection #1 - Workshop

This 3-session course enables deep training of school-based child protection team members. Experts will support team work on creation and audit of child protection policies and supplemental policies, such as online safety and child-on-child abuse. Teams will work together to develop shared values around child protection while evaluating their institutional risks and vulnerabilities.

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Sep
11

Staff Wellbeing: Leading for Lift off - Workshop

The beginning of the school year is a pivotal moment. As a school leader, your ability to guide staff into a positive, productive rhythm can have long-term impacts on morale, retention, and student outcomes. This session explores what the modern educator needs to feel grounded and energized—using current research and real-world case studies.

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Sep
15

School Counselling, Confidentiality & Collaboration - Workshop

Confidentiality is the cornerstone of effective school counselling, yet maintaining it within a complex school ecosystem requires careful navigation. This session explores the ethical, legal, and practical dimensions of confidentiality in school counselling. Through scenario-based discussion, participants will examine how to honor student trust while upholding a school’s duty of care, legal obligations, and collaborative responsibilities.

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Sep
16

AISA-ICMEC Level 1 Child Protection #2 - Workshop

This 3-session course enables deep training of school-based child protection team members. Experts will support team work on creation and audit of child protection policies and supplemental policies, such as online safety and child-on-child abuse. Teams will work together to develop shared values around child protection while evaluating their institutional risks and vulnerabilities.

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Sep
16

How to get started with Community Engagement and Learning - Workshop

This annual 4-part workshop series is back by popular demand! In 2025/26, we will explore important themes, tools, and strategies for authentic and purposeful service learning and community engagement. Any and all AISA educators are welcome to attend. If you’re new to service learning, you’re welcome! If you’re an experienced service learning educator, you’re also welcome! There will be something for everyone in this workshop series.

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Sep
17

QPR: Suicide Prevention Training #1 - Workshop

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a research-backed approach designed for laypersons—those without formal mental health training—who may be in a position to recognize the warning signs of suicide in others. Similar to CPR for medical emergencies, QPR empowers participants to respond quickly and effectively during a mental health crisis.

Repeats on 24 September.

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Sep
18

Staff Wellness: Stay Strong - Workshop

A great school year starts with intention. This interactive session gives educators the space to reflect and recalibrate before the busyness of the year kicks off. Together, we’ll explore simple, evidence-based practices that support boundary-setting, sustainable work habits, and connection with colleagues.

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Sep
23

AISA-ICMEC Level 1 Child Protection #3 - Workshop

This 3-session course enables deep training of school-based child protection team members. Experts will support team work on creation and audit of child protection policies and supplemental policies, such as online safety and child-on-child abuse. Teams will work together to develop shared values around child protection while evaluating their institutional risks and vulnerabilities.

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Sep
24

QPR: Suicide Prevention Training #2 - Workshop

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a research-backed approach designed for laypersons—those without formal mental health training—who may be in a position to recognize the warning signs of suicide in others. Similar to CPR for medical emergencies, QPR empowers participants to respond quickly and effectively during a mental health crisis.

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Oct
3
to Oct 5

AISA 2025 Annual Conference

Join us at the 2025 AISA Conference in Kigali, Rwanda from 3 to 5 October, where, under the theme of Ubumwe: Our Collective Strength, Our Shared Future, school leaders, educators, co-professionals, and associates will come together to share their rich and varied experiences, ideas, and expertise to build their skills, their professional network, and the AISA community.

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Oct
14

Amplify Your Impact: Teaching Smarter with AI #1- Workshop

This three-part workshop series is designed to help teachers explore practical, classroom-ready ways to integrate artificial intelligence into their work. Each session focuses on a different aspect of teaching—planning, instruction, and assessment—offering tools, hands-on practice, and space for professional reflection.

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Oct
16

How to get started with Community Engagement and Learning

This annual 4-part workshop series is back by popular demand! In 2025/26, we will explore important themes, tools, and strategies for authentic and purposeful service learning and community engagement. Any and all AISA educators are welcome to attend. If you’re new to service learning, you’re welcome! If you’re an experienced service learning educator, you’re also welcome! There will be something for everyone in this workshop series.

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Oct
21

The Deep Well: Understanding, Supporting, and Sustaining Curious Minds in Secondary Classrooms #1 - Workshop

3-Part Series. Have you taught those students who devour advanced texts, challenge your assumptions in class discussions, or show incredible depth in their chosen subjects? Are you looking for ways to truly stretch and support the intellectual and emotional growth of your most capable learners in grades 6-12?

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Oct
28

The Deep Well: Understanding, Supporting, and Sustaining Curious Minds in Secondary Classrooms #2 - Workshop

3-Part Series.

Have you taught those students who devour advanced texts, challenge your assumptions in class discussions, or show incredible depth in their chosen subjects? Are you looking for ways to truly stretch and support the intellectual and emotional growth of your most capable learners in grades 6-12? During the series, we’ll focus on the unique characteristics of gifted adolescents.

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Oct
28

Amplify Your Impact: Teaching Smarter with AI #3- Workshop

This three-part workshop series is designed to help teachers explore practical, classroom-ready ways to integrate artificial intelligence into their work. Each session focuses on a different aspect of teaching—planning, instruction, and assessment—offering tools, hands-on practice, and space for professional reflection.

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Nov
4

The Deep Well: Understanding, Supporting, and Sustaining Curious Minds in Secondary Classrooms #3 - Workshop

3-Part Series.

Have you taught those students who devour advanced texts, challenge your assumptions in class discussions, or show incredible depth in their chosen subjects? Are you looking for ways to truly stretch and support the intellectual and emotional growth of your most capable learners in grades 6-12? During the series, we’ll focus on the unique characteristics of gifted adolescents.

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Nov
18

Neurodiversity in the Classroom #1 - Workshop

Three-part series. Neurodiversity in the Classroom is a three-part professional learning series designed to help educators better understand and support neurodivergent learners. Rooted in inclusive, strengths-based practices, this series explores how conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other learning differences present in school settings—and how educators can create learning environments where all students thrive.

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Nov
25

Neurodiversity in the Classroom #2 - Workshop

Three-part series. Neurodiversity in the Classroom is a three-part professional learning series designed to help educators better understand and support neurodivergent learners. Rooted in inclusive, strengths-based practices, this series explores how conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other learning differences present in school settings—and how educators can create learning environments where all students thrive.

Dates: 25 Nov & 2 Dec

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Dec
2

Neurodiversity in the Classroom #3 - Workshop

Three-part series. Neurodiversity in the Classroom is a three-part professional learning series designed to help educators better understand and support neurodivergent learners. Rooted in inclusive, strengths-based practices, this series explores how conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other learning differences present in school settings—and how educators can create learning environments where all students thrive.

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Dec
4

Building Strong School Communities through Storytelling - Workshop

This annual 4-part workshop series is back by popular demand! In 2025/26, we will explore important themes, tools, and strategies for authentic and purposeful service learning and community engagement. Any and all AISA educators are welcome to attend. If you’re new to service learning, you’re welcome! If you’re an experienced service learning educator, you’re also welcome! There will be something for everyone in this workshop series.

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Jan
21
to Jan 24

Adaptive Schools Foundation Johannesburg - Professional Learning Institute

This Professional Learning Institute will provide a practical set of ideas and tools for developing collaborative groups in becoming effective and better equipped to resolve complex issues around student learning. The training not only explores what makes teams effective but how to develop skills as facilitators and informed group members.

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Mar
5

The Magic and Impact of Community Asset Mapping

This annual 4-part workshop series is back by popular demand! In 2025/26, we will explore important themes, tools, and strategies for authentic and purposeful service learning and community engagement. Any and all AISA educators are welcome to attend. If you’re new to service learning, you’re welcome! If you’re an experienced service learning educator, you’re also welcome! There will be something for everyone in this workshop series.

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Mar
7
to Mar 8

Physical Education - Professional Learning Institute

The AISA Physical Education Professional Learning Institute offers dynamic opportunities for physical education teachers to lead, collaborate, and share their expertise. Featuring keynote presentations and interactive breakout sessions, delegates will engage deeply with colleagues, contributing their insights while learning from one another. Specifically, a “teachers teaching teachers” approach will be used, with attendees leading sessions and sharing their ideas and expertise with colleagues.

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Mar
23
to Mar 26

Cognitive Coaching Foundation - Professional Learning Institute

The Professional Institute emphasizes practical skills and strategies directly applicable to cultivating a thriving school environment. By mastering these techniques, you’ll contribute to a culture of collaboration, deep reflection, and a robust professional learning community. This workshop is ideal for anyone looking to empower their colleagues and build a more dynamic and supportive educational setting.

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Apr
23

Storytelling for Belonging: The power of Personal Narrative

This annual 4-part workshop series is back by popular demand! In 2025/26, we will explore important themes, tools, and strategies for authentic and purposeful service learning and community engagement. Any and all AISA educators are welcome to attend. If you’re new to service learning, you’re welcome! If you’re an experienced service learning educator, you’re also welcome! There will be something for everyone in this workshop series.

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