Australian Secondary Principals' Association
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A big week of leadership in Queensland! Andy Mison is connecting with principals, delivering a ‘National Agenda’ workshop, and attending the QSPA state council. Thank you to outgoing QSPA President Mark Breckenridge and welcome to new QSPA President Kirsten Ferdinands!
November 28, 2025 at 1:35 AM
A big week of leadership in Queensland! Andy Mison is connecting with principals, delivering a ‘National Agenda’ workshop, and attending the QSPA state council. Thank you to outgoing QSPA President Mark Breckenridge and welcome to new QSPA President Kirsten Ferdinands!
We were pleasantly surprised to see ASPA president Andy Mison included in Newscorp's 'National Education Power List' this week. It's a welcome recognition of ASPA's advocacy and influence on behalf of public school leaders.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:37 AM
We were pleasantly surprised to see ASPA president Andy Mison included in Newscorp's 'National Education Power List' this week. It's a welcome recognition of ASPA's advocacy and influence on behalf of public school leaders.
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ASPA President Andy Mison had the privilege of speaking to the NSW Secondary Principals Council retired principals group yesterday about the national landscape. This experienced group plays an important role in supporting current leaders and public education. We stand on the shoulders of giants!
November 27, 2025 at 1:36 AM
ASPA President Andy Mison had the privilege of speaking to the NSW Secondary Principals Council retired principals group yesterday about the national landscape. This experienced group plays an important role in supporting current leaders and public education. We stand on the shoulders of giants!
ASPA President Andy Mison attended the NSW Secondary Principals Council State Council last week to hear Murat Dizdar speak in strong support of public education, calling to close the ‘learning poverty gap’ and boost micro-credentialling for Years 9–10.
November 27, 2025 at 1:34 AM
ASPA President Andy Mison attended the NSW Secondary Principals Council State Council last week to hear Murat Dizdar speak in strong support of public education, calling to close the ‘learning poverty gap’ and boost micro-credentialling for Years 9–10.
The Australian Government is continuing its support for aspiring teachers through the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program.
📅𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝟑 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝟏𝟕 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Learn more: education.gov.au/teaching-sch...
Toolkit: 6469bd8b-c707-41f7-aa9d-fcf04f3563ff.filesusr.com/ugd/d0bd1d_b...
📅𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝟑 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝟏𝟕 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Learn more: education.gov.au/teaching-sch...
Toolkit: 6469bd8b-c707-41f7-aa9d-fcf04f3563ff.filesusr.com/ugd/d0bd1d_b...
November 12, 2025 at 2:38 AM
The Australian Government is continuing its support for aspiring teachers through the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program.
📅𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝟑 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝟏𝟕 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Learn more: education.gov.au/teaching-sch...
Toolkit: 6469bd8b-c707-41f7-aa9d-fcf04f3563ff.filesusr.com/ugd/d0bd1d_b...
📅𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝟑 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝟏𝟕 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Learn more: education.gov.au/teaching-sch...
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ASPA President Andy Mison met with Shadow Education Minister Julian Leeser MP to discuss principals’ wellbeing, raising esteem for educators, the National Teaching and Learning Commission, and equity and excellence for all students.
November 6, 2025 at 3:00 AM
ASPA President Andy Mison met with Shadow Education Minister Julian Leeser MP to discuss principals’ wellbeing, raising esteem for educators, the National Teaching and Learning Commission, and equity and excellence for all students.
Today, on 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗗𝗮𝘆, we acknowledge the remarkable contribution of teachers across Australia. We commend the dedication, skill, and care of teachers who inspire learning and nurture the potential of young Australians. #WorldTeachersDay #HatsOffToTeachers
October 31, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Today, on 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗗𝗮𝘆, we acknowledge the remarkable contribution of teachers across Australia. We commend the dedication, skill, and care of teachers who inspire learning and nurture the potential of young Australians. #WorldTeachersDay #HatsOffToTeachers
ASPA Directors Colin Axup (VASSP) and Mark Breckenridge (QSPA) are concluding their terms this year, and the Board celebrated and acknowledged their leadership and service to public secondary education at the national level over the years with ASPA. Thank you, Colin and Mark!
October 22, 2025 at 4:45 AM
ASPA Directors Colin Axup (VASSP) and Mark Breckenridge (QSPA) are concluding their terms this year, and the Board celebrated and acknowledged their leadership and service to public secondary education at the national level over the years with ASPA. Thank you, Colin and Mark!
The ASPA Board met with Jo Palmer MLC, Tasmanian Minister for Education, and Ginna Webster, Secretary, DECYP, in Hobart. Discussions focused on public secondary education, school leader wellbeing, admin burden, and student success. ASPA remains committed to collaboration.
October 22, 2025 at 4:44 AM
The ASPA Board met with Jo Palmer MLC, Tasmanian Minister for Education, and Ginna Webster, Secretary, DECYP, in Hobart. Discussions focused on public secondary education, school leader wellbeing, admin burden, and student success. ASPA remains committed to collaboration.
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social and TPA President Mat Grining visited Don College and Sheffield K–12 School in Northern Tasmania - two innovative schools delivering fantastic programs and outcomes. Inspiring public school leadership! Thanks John & Wendy for having us!
October 21, 2025 at 7:29 AM
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social and TPA President Mat Grining visited Don College and Sheffield K–12 School in Northern Tasmania - two innovative schools delivering fantastic programs and outcomes. Inspiring public school leadership! Thanks John & Wendy for having us!
The 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀' 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗔), in partnership with 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗬𝗖𝗔), is proud to launch 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀!
EOI opens TODAY: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
#EntrepreneurialSchools #InnovationInEducation
EOI opens TODAY: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
#EntrepreneurialSchools #InnovationInEducation
October 15, 2025 at 2:21 AM
The 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀' 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗔), in partnership with 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗬𝗖𝗔), is proud to launch 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀!
EOI opens TODAY: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
#EntrepreneurialSchools #InnovationInEducation
EOI opens TODAY: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
#EntrepreneurialSchools #InnovationInEducation
The Entrepreneurial Schools project is a two-year national initiative supporting secondary schools to strengthen student agency and innovation. Delivered by Young Change Agents and ASPA.
EOIs open October 15, 2025
Learn more: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
EOIs open October 15, 2025
Learn more: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
October 9, 2025 at 6:32 AM
The Entrepreneurial Schools project is a two-year national initiative supporting secondary schools to strengthen student agency and innovation. Delivered by Young Change Agents and ASPA.
EOIs open October 15, 2025
Learn more: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
EOIs open October 15, 2025
Learn more: aspa.asn.au/entrepreneurial-schools
ASPA has been in New Delhi this week for the ICP Annual Council with a strong Aussie contingent. School leaders from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Oceania & Europe gathered under the theme Leadership in Action to examine critical challenges in educational leadership globally.
September 29, 2025 at 5:31 AM
ASPA has been in New Delhi this week for the ICP Annual Council with a strong Aussie contingent. School leaders from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Oceania & Europe gathered under the theme Leadership in Action to examine critical challenges in educational leadership globally.
ASPA President joined students and colleagues from around the country at the 3rd annual We Are More meeting in beautiful Arrente Country, Alice Springs. This movement to support learner agency, realise the Mparntwe goals, and enable every young person to thrive is growing across Australia.
September 16, 2025 at 1:15 AM
ASPA President joined students and colleagues from around the country at the 3rd annual We Are More meeting in beautiful Arrente Country, Alice Springs. This movement to support learner agency, realise the Mparntwe goals, and enable every young person to thrive is growing across Australia.
ACEL and headspace Schools & Communities are partnering on a national pilot to strengthen mental health and wellbeing supports for school leaders. Register your EOI today: headspace.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
September 8, 2025 at 3:26 AM
ACEL and headspace Schools & Communities are partnering on a national pilot to strengthen mental health and wellbeing supports for school leaders. Register your EOI today: headspace.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social joined Queensland DG Sharon Schimming and two student leaders on a panel reimagining education—from hierarchy to partnership, where students are co-architects of their learning. ASPA looks forward to seeing Queensland schools lead this shift.
August 21, 2025 at 6:43 AM
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social joined Queensland DG Sharon Schimming and two student leaders on a panel reimagining education—from hierarchy to partnership, where students are co-architects of their learning. ASPA looks forward to seeing Queensland schools lead this shift.
A big turnout of QLD public secondary school leaders in Brisbane for the future-focused QSPA conference 'What If?'. We heard from Queensland Minister for Education John Paul Langbroek and QSPA President Mark Breckenridge opened the conference, celebrating 60 years of QSPA growth and strength.
August 21, 2025 at 6:42 AM
A big turnout of QLD public secondary school leaders in Brisbane for the future-focused QSPA conference 'What If?'. We heard from Queensland Minister for Education John Paul Langbroek and QSPA President Mark Breckenridge opened the conference, celebrating 60 years of QSPA growth and strength.
Victorian Education Minister Ben Carroll highlighted the strong performance of Victorian public schools and acknowledged there is more work to do to fully fund our schools and address conditions for teachers and school leaders, at the VASSP conference in Melbourne today.
@andymison.bsky.social
@andymison.bsky.social
August 15, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Victorian Education Minister Ben Carroll highlighted the strong performance of Victorian public schools and acknowledged there is more work to do to fully fund our schools and address conditions for teachers and school leaders, at the VASSP conference in Melbourne today.
@andymison.bsky.social
@andymison.bsky.social
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social is privileged to be at the WASSEA conference in Perth. WA Minister for Education expressed strong support for teachers and school leaders, and acknowledged the increasing complexity being managed very well. Great message too from WASSEA president!
August 4, 2025 at 10:59 AM
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social is privileged to be at the WASSEA conference in Perth. WA Minister for Education expressed strong support for teachers and school leaders, and acknowledged the increasing complexity being managed very well. Great message too from WASSEA president!
The ASPA Board had constructive discussions yesterday in Adelaide with SA Minister for Education Blair Boyer and SA Education Department Chief Executive Professor Martin Westwell on principal wellbeing, teacher workforce, national reform, and the great work in SA public schools.
July 23, 2025 at 12:33 AM
The ASPA Board had constructive discussions yesterday in Adelaide with SA Minister for Education Blair Boyer and SA Education Department Chief Executive Professor Martin Westwell on principal wellbeing, teacher workforce, national reform, and the great work in SA public schools.
ASPA president @andymison.bsky.social was honoured to open the Quality Teaching in Practice conference at Newcastle University this week. An excellent gathering of education professionals and academics, treated to a fabulous and diverse program of speakers and workshops focused on pedagogy.
July 9, 2025 at 5:51 AM
ASPA president @andymison.bsky.social was honoured to open the Quality Teaching in Practice conference at Newcastle University this week. An excellent gathering of education professionals and academics, treated to a fabulous and diverse program of speakers and workshops focused on pedagogy.
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social visited Jerrabomberra High School today to meet with Principal Scott O'Hara and observe this thriving public school in action. Highlights were visits to industrious Big Picture, woodwork, visual arts classrooms, and a spontaneous musical performance.
June 20, 2025 at 6:12 AM
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social visited Jerrabomberra High School today to meet with Principal Scott O'Hara and observe this thriving public school in action. Highlights were visits to industrious Big Picture, woodwork, visual arts classrooms, and a spontaneous musical performance.
ASPA president @andymison.bsky.social is privileged to be attending the fantastic NSWSPC annual conference 'Beyond the Horizon' in wintery Bathurst this week, together with almost 300 dedicated NSW public secondary school principals.
June 10, 2025 at 4:22 AM
ASPA president @andymison.bsky.social is privileged to be attending the fantastic NSWSPC annual conference 'Beyond the Horizon' in wintery Bathurst this week, together with almost 300 dedicated NSW public secondary school principals.
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social is in Wellington for the SPANZ conference at Te Papa. A valuable opportunity to share knowledge across the Tasman. Thanks to Vaughan Couillault and incoming president Louise Anaru for the warm welcome. We look forward to strengthening our relationship!
May 28, 2025 at 3:20 AM
ASPA President @andymison.bsky.social is in Wellington for the SPANZ conference at Te Papa. A valuable opportunity to share knowledge across the Tasman. Thanks to Vaughan Couillault and incoming president Louise Anaru for the warm welcome. We look forward to strengthening our relationship!
Congratulations @jasonclaremp.bsky.social on your reappointment as Education Minister for a 2nd term. ASPA welcomes the continuity of collaborative leadership and looks forward to building on the foundations of vital education reform for all young Australians.
May 12, 2025 at 6:48 AM
Congratulations @jasonclaremp.bsky.social on your reappointment as Education Minister for a 2nd term. ASPA welcomes the continuity of collaborative leadership and looks forward to building on the foundations of vital education reform for all young Australians.