Microsoft EduDay 2026: Teaching for Tomorrow Through Practical Innovation

Published 27 May 2026
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Microsoft EduDay 2026

Teaching for Tomorrow: Practical Innovation that Works Today

When: Monday, 20th July 2026 | 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where: Online or In Person (limited capacity available) at St. Carlo Acutis Innovation Centre ~ 1148 Cavendish Road, Mount Gravatt East Qld 4122. Early registration is encouraged.

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Join us for Microsoft EduDay 2026, proudly hosted by FisherONE Online Education.

EduDay 2026 is a practical, hands-on and inspiring day exploring how technology and innovation can accelerate student potential and strengthen engagement. The day focuses on transforming teaching practice and supporting educators to deliver connected, inclusive, and future‑focused learning experiences.

Join educators, school leaders and digital learning innovators for an engaging professional learning event exploring practical ways technology and AI can support teaching, learning and student engagement in today’s classrooms.

Discover Practical Innovation in Action

Explore how technology and AI are transforming teaching for learning through engaging sessions, practical classroom applications, and authentic examples from educators and industry experts who are leading innovation in schools today.

At FisherONE, we know that technology is most powerful when paired with intentional teaching, personalised support, and genuine care for students. EduDay 2026 aims to empower educators with tools and strategies that strengthen these human-centred approaches to learning.

You will gain:
  • Practical strategies you can apply immediately
  • Insights into AI and emerging technologies in education
  • Ideas to support student engagement and learning outcomes
  • Approaches for creating inclusive, secure and connected classrooms
  • Opportunities to connect and collaborate with educators across Queensland
  • Inspiration to support innovation in teaching for learning
Who Should Attend?
  • Educators passionate about innovation and student engagement
  • Principals and Assistant Principals
  • Heads of Department / Curriculum Leaders
  • Senior Schooling and Digital Learning Leaders

*Please note, program details are subject to change.

8.30  Check-in

9.00  Ross Tarlinton OAM - Acting Executive Director, Brisbane Catholic Education
Welcome

9.10 Catherine Thompson - Senior Leader, Brisbane Catholic Education
Opening prayer

9.20 Vince Wall - AI for Teaching and Learning Program Leader, All Hallows School
Think First: Conceptualising Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI

9.50 Ignite session 1

Rochelle Smith - What Makes Learning Stick
Ryan Anspach - Structuring Evidence-informed Lessons
Matt Jensen - Beyond Show and Tell: Building Sustainable Digital Pedagogy
Maria Lo Presti - Hands-on Learning In the Online Classroom

11.10 Hybrid Learning Team, Brisbane Catholic Education
Microsoft Learning Accelerators Project

11.40 Ignite session 2

Kylie Kingdon - Making Quality Visible: Using AI-Generated Exemplars
Kristy Dall - AI Feedback: Teaching Students to Think, Not Copy
Jason Lane - Leaderboards, Exit Cards and Knowledge Gaps the AI Way
Bethany Wass - AI as a Thought Partner, Not an Answer Machine

12.40  FisherONE Online Education Team, Brisbane Catholic Education
 Microsoft Elevate Educator Application Session

1.10  Travis Smith - National Education Specialist, Microsoft
 The Science of Success: Preparing Learners for Tomorrow

1.45 Ignite session 3

  Nathan Milne - Amplifying Small Classes: Using M365 to Deepen Learning
Marion Cahill - Hands-on Learning in the Online Classroom
Rachelle Crameri - Using Copilot Studio Agents as Pedagogical Tools

2.30 Close

Register Today

Places are limited. Secure your spot for Microsoft EduDay 2026 today.

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Need more information or unable to attend this year?

Get in touch with the FisherONE team
Phone: 0418 821 528
Email: FisherONE@bne.catholic.edu.au