Doubt is an entirely natural part of a developing faith; a message students need to hear from us. This session will help you diagnose the doubts of students, giving you what you need to walk alongside them on the journey towards a deeper faith.

Teachers and school leaders will be provided with a framework for informed conversations about critical theory as well as practical resources to support teaching practices that align with biblical values. Senior English will serve as a site to explore how such engagement might take place across the curriculum. This workshop presents the findings of a research project in which NZACS teachers have participated.

How can we cultivate flourishing in our classrooms? This workshop offers practical tools to direct students to our 'Big Story' and to adopt an anthropology of humanity that reflects the humanity of Christ. Discover how to weave hope into your teaching and empower students to thrive as God's hands and feet in the world.

What do teachers do that really makes a difference to the possibility of enduring faith in students? Is it what we teach and the impact of biblical worldview, or how we teach and who we are? This workshop will discuss the findings from ex-Christian school student interviews conducted as part of a Master's thesis. What do past students reflect on as they consider their completed journey through high school? What do they say teachers did that drew them towards considering an enduring faith that lasted well after leaving high school? A chance to discuss how we engage with transcendent faith development in Christian schooling. 🔹 Aimed at Year 7-13.

This workshop presents research-informed strategies for designing assessments that nurture student agency while meeting curriculum requirements. Participants will explore a practical framework that bridges the often-perceived gap between knowledge-focused curricula and student agency. Through hands-on activities, teachers will learn ways to adapt their assessment practices by using the key principles that crossover between nurturing agency and assessment. You'll leave with practical tools to measure student agency and design assessments that allow both students and teachers to flourish in the classroom. 🔹 Aimed at Primary.

Want to transform your lessons into engaging, high-impact learning experiences? In this workshop you will explore effective strategies for structuring your lessons, managing time and transitions to maximize student involvement. Learn how to use High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) to keep your students motivated, focused, and actively involved in their learning. Don't miss this opportunity to boost student engagement and see your students flourish in their learning!

At Hamilton Christian School, our approach to behaviour management is rooted in discipleship, fostering strong Christian character in students. We believe that effective behaviour management is built on relationships where students honour God, value others, and take responsibility. Our model prioritises proactive classroom management and student engagement, ensuring that structured discipline systems serve as a last resort rather than a first response.

Thinking Routines are a range of processes developed by Harvard Graduate School of Education that help make thinking visible, and facilitate lifelong dispositions in learners such as truth-seeking, understanding, fairness, and imagination. Workshop participants will be introduced to a range of Thinking Routines and supporting resources. 🔹 Suitable for ALL year levels.

We will look at some ways you can strengthen your teaching of the Nature of Science and the 5 science capabilities. Participants will leave with a range of resources and practical activities which can be directly implemented in their own classrooms. 🔹 Aimed at Year 1-8.

Limited resources mean that it can be a challenge to specifically serve the diverse needs of students in our classes. This workshop will explore strategies and teaching practices that will enhance teaching and learning for ALL (not only those who have a label or diagnosis).

AI for Educators is a conversation starter to look at where schools and teachers are engaging in AI use from a culturally responsive practice and special character perspective. We will unpack tools to use in the class space after showcasing ways to teach good practice around AI use.

Join us for an inspiring workshop that challenges Christian educators to lead with purpose and faith. - Is your teaching truly transformational? - How can we grow responsive Christian disciples while confidently delivering the NZ curriculum?

Understanding who we are and the strengths we bring is key to fostering a sense of belonging, engagement, and success in both school and life. This workshop explores how strengths-based language and coaching can help students discover their God-given identity, build confidence, and contribute meaningfully to their learning and community. Through practical strategies, we will discuss how to create a culture where students feel seen, valued, and equipped to step boldly into their future.

Are you looking to improve your human resource processes in a school setting? In this session we’ll cover a range of essential topics including recruitment and safety vetting as well as important legal aspects like good faith and managing challenges in employment relationships. This will be an interactive session with the opportunity for Q & A. 🔹 Aimed at Senior Leaders

Developing student leadership and discipling students in a biblical worldview of leadership is a key approach to empowering and equipping this generation to not be observers of change, but active participators in it. This workshop shares a framework to working with Middle Years students.

Our Christian faith is based on flourishment informed by our relationship with God. Māori also conceptualise flourishment relationally. I propose to present a way of thinking about flourishment that incorporates relationships with God, the natural environment and each other found in Māori culture. Based on biblical values, and through the lens of Māori relations, I propose an articulation of identity, our colonial history and aspirations for flourishment in our schools that unites us as New Zealanders, Māori and non-Māori, to uphold Te Tiriti and most importantly, Te Rongopai (The Gospel) in the classroom and our school communities.

How can we lead our special character schools effectively and purposefully? In amongst the busyness and demands of school life, it can often be easy to lose sight of our purpose(s). This workshop is an opportunity to reflect on what really matters for us as Christian educators and as leaders in special character schools. How do we balance the demands of special character with the many other initiatives and activities that always sound so good? We will use a tool developed alongside international research to pause and ask - what is it that we value?