Subscribe for PD updates

Enter your information below to keep up to date with the latest events in your area?

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
ALL PRESENTERS

Adam Kruger

Adam Kruger – Assistant Principal at Lyndhurst Secondary College (Previously Head of Mathematics Faculty, Wesley College, Glen Waverley) has been involved in mathematical professional development for a number of years. He has worked in a number of roles from Mathematics Learning Area leaders, Numeracy Leaders, Curriculum Development, Year Level Coordinator, Senior School Leader, Assistant Principal. They have also been Directors of the Casey and Cardinia Mathematics Network.

Adam believes that teaching and leading with warmth and enthusiasm, looking at the personal interests and strengths of his students is a key to achieving great success. His interest, experience, and expertise in educating students at all levels is reflected in his broad teaching and leadership career. Adam is a celebrated presenter who works extensively with students, teachers and organisations in areas of leadership, data analysis, numeracy and literacy development, effective feedback strategies, restorative justice practices, accelerated learning, building connections outside the classroom, creative and critical thinking, learning styles, multiple intelligences and cooperative learning.

Adam has presented on numerous occasions for a range of organisations and school associations with the main focus of developing change in the classroom. His passion for teaching has been the main driver for developing a range of programs at his college. The student growth that is achieved not only within these programs but in his classrooms is undeniable proof that his hard work and a love of this profession are the building blocks of great success. Adam has recently began developing a book Teach like a STAR which will be the driving force behind using his popular STAR methodology and approach towards building positive change in the classroom.

Hear from teachers who have attended a Critical Agendas Event

Libby Fullard.

Inspirational Speakers –  the knowledge gained will be so beneficial in my classrooms

Emily Anderson – Saint Ignatius College

Classroom Dynamics – the latest strategies and solutions to positive classroom management – Glen Pearsall

I really enjoyed the small group size. The sessions were interactive and we not only saw Glenn demonstrate how he would use strategies himself but we heard from other educators on their challenges and thoughts and also saw video examples from other schools. I find this multi modal style of presentation much more engaging. It was also appreciated to have a copy of the book to take back to school and access to the online platform.

Tim Livy

I love the fantastic variety of workshops and conferences on offer. Always look forward to Critical Agendas PD’s.

Frances Wong AI Skills for Busy School Admin Teams

“AI Skills for Busy School Admin Teams by Tracy Anthony & Dennis Wollersheim”

I have already enhanced my skills over the past week – been able to interact with AI program to redraft, polish and give suggestions/ideas.

Frances Wong

Australian International School Hong Kong

Rebecca Sim Mt Hira College

“Strategies to Thrive as a Year Level Co-ordinator by Sally Learey”

Sally was insightful and helped me to make clear connections to every day behaviours / emotions that I will need to recognise in my position. It really reiterated why I applied for this position in the first place as I think that often the purpose or the why is forgotten in an attempt to do everything for everyone.

Tina Hobbs – Administration Workshops

I have come away from this session feeling very inspired and so much more positive. I now have many new ideas/techniques/strategies regarding how I can better manage a workload that often feels overwhelming. Some of these can be implemented immediately while others are more long-term plans. Thank you for making this workshop so practical. I just wish that all school admin staff had the opportunity to undertake this course.

Ebony Hoiberg – Ashwood High School

Unleashing Brilliant Brains: Boys, ADHD & the Power of Connection – Tony Vallance

This was fab! As a person with ADHD I have done lots of adhd training and sessions but this was by far the best! really good at re framing and explaining students need.

 

St Anne’s School North Albury

“Build Positive Relationships and a Positive Work Environment Within Your Administration Team/Office by Sally Learey”

This session was one of the most empowering workshops that I have ever done and I leave the session with extremely useful and relevant tools to use going forward. Thanks so much to Sally for leading us in the session so positively.

Paul Dillon

Keep up the fantastic PD opportunities! Very  professional and well-researched workshops and conferences.

Meaghan

“It is the first P.L. in a long long time that I haven’t been checking in with my watch.”