NSW Term 4 FLAME Dinner

You are invited to join us at our Term 4 NSW Flame Dinner. Often we look at leaders and can not possibly picture ourselves in their position. Yet the reality is, they are real people, with real lives, just like you and I. Join us at our Hunter Flame dinner where leaders and aspiring leaders from the Christian Education sector will join together in an evening of networking and fellowship while you hear from Samantha Van de Mortel, Principal of St Phillips Teaching School, as she shares her story and leadership lessons she has learnt along the way.

With free onsite parking, why not fill the car with your colleagues and join us for what promises to be a wonderful evening with an amazing dinner, stimulating networking & a highly engaging message.

Event Information

Our Term 4 FLAME dinner will be held at Riverlife Cafe, Wyong Baptist Church. The evening begins at 6pm with canapes on arrival, followed by a lovely buffet dinner, tea, coffee and dessert with a range of non-alcoholic drinks provided.

Event costs are $70+GST for staff attending from CSA member schools and $80+GST for non-members. Free onsite parking is available.

Speaker

Keynote: Samantha Van de Mortel

Samantha Van De Mortel is a highly respected visionary leader in the field of education, currently serving as the Principal of St. Philip's Teaching School. She is a prominent advocate for an innovative apprenticeship teacher training model, reshaping the landscape of initial teacher education in the country. With a journey spanning over 20 years in Christian educational leadership and principalship, Samantha possesses a profound understanding of quality teacher training, complemented by a leadership style deeply rooted in her faith.

Samantha's commitment to Christian education is not just a profession but a deeply ingrained part of her calling. Having experienced the transformative power of Christian schooling, she deeply appreciates its profound influence in shaping her as a young Christian. This personal connection drives her unwavering dedication to providing trainee teachers with an educational experience that intertwines faith and knowledge. She is known for her genuine, passionate, and empathetic approach, serving as a role model for young women who aspire to impact the world positively. Her leadership encourages emerging teachers to excel in all areas of their lives and develop an understating of what it is to teach Christianity.

In an ever-evolving educational landscape, Samantha is dedicated to championing innovative teaching models while staying true to Christian education's enduring mission and vision. Her journey is a testament to the ongoing transformative power of Jesus, inspiring all those who cross her path. .

Qualify for CPD Hours

This event attracts 1.5 CPD hours according to the following AITSL professional teacher, leadership standards & Christian Distinctive Professional Standards for Teachers:

6.2 - Engage in professional learning and improve practice
6.3 - Engage with colleagues and improve practice
7.4 - Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communities
- Leading teaching and learning
- Developing self and others
- Engaging and working with the community;
Christian Distinctives
6.1 -Development of a personal philosophy of Christian Education based in Biblical Principals
7.1 - Knowledge about and engagement with the school, its Christian ethos and vision
7.2 - Contributes to the development of distinctive Christian practice in the school, profession and wider community

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing. No refunds will be issued after 5 days out from the event. Any cancellations made after this date will be charged the full registration fee. 'No Shows' to the event will be charged the full registration fee.

The event program is subject to change without prior notice.

Registration fees do not include insurance to cover loss of any fees/deposit through cancellation of your participation in the event or through cancellation of the event itself.

A full refund (less any unrecoverable registration costs) will be issued if the event is cancelled by the organiser (CSA) due to any other reasons out of the organisers control.

About FLAME

FLAME is a network for women to support their journey into and through leadership at a school, leadership or board level. Come and join a passionate group of women who continue to inspire, support and challenge Christian women in leadership in Christian education. The FLAME network will enable strong connections between experienced and inexperienced leaders and help identify and encourage structures that support women in leadership. If you are a male leader, you are welcome to be one of our champions by attending yourself and/or encouraging a female leader on your board or school management team to be encouraged and inspired.

“Flame is more than networking and building relationships, it’s about developing capacity of female leaders and aspiring female leaders to lead with confidence and humility to be all that God has created them to be.” – Jill Healey, National FLAME Network Facilitator, Christian Schools Australia.

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