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Largest to date: 2026 AISSA Governance Conference

Lucinda Pow — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:54:04 GMT

More than 220 education leaders, board members, principals and business managers gathered at the National Wine Centre on Friday for our largest Governance Conference to date, creating a vibrant day of learning, discussion and future-focused thinking.

Supported by 14 conference sponsor Priority Partners, the conference brought together governance and leadership professionals from across South Australia to explore one critical question: how can school leaders effectively govern and lead in an increasingly uncertain and complex future?

Preparing for an uncertain future

This year's conference challenged attendees to think differently about the future of leadership, governance and decision-making.

Internationally recognised futurists Associate Professor Sandra Peter and Professor Kai Riemer guided delegates through thought-provoking sessions that explored uncertainty, disruption and the capabilities leaders need to thrive in rapidly changing environments.

Through a combination of research, practical examples and interactive discussion, attendees were encouraged to move beyond traditional planning approaches and develop strategies that enable more agile, adaptable and resilient leadership.

Meaningful Engagement and Practical Takeaways

One of the standout features of the day was the exceptional level of engagement from attendees.

Throughout the conference, participants actively contributed to discussions, shared experiences with peers and reflected on the challenges and opportunities facing their schools and governing bodies.

Thank you

Feedback following the event has been overwhelmingly positive, with attendees describing the conference as both inspiring and challenging. Many noted that the sessions provided practical tools, fresh perspectives and actionable strategies they can apply in their own contexts to better navigate complexity and uncertainty.

Thank you to all who made the Conference such a terrific success, including our members who thoughtfully engaged, our facilitators who challenged, and sponsors and partners who thoughtfully created activities and supported the event.

A tremendous privilege - Cultural immersion in East Arnhem Land: AISSA staff reflection

AISSA — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT

I was incredibly grateful when I learnt I would attend the cultural immersion as one of the AISSA's staff representatives in 2026. The prospect of a week spent listening to and learning from Australia's First People, to be completely immersed in culture, felt like the opportunity of a lifetime.

2026 AISSA Leaders Dinner

AISSA — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

More than 200 representatives from our member school leadership teams, governing bodies and their partners gathered with the AISSA Board, staff, and our Priority Partners for the 2026 AISSA Leaders Dinner.

MEDIA RELEASE: National campaign to give school families a stronger voice

AISSA — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Independent Schools Australia (ISA) has today launched a major new national campaign to put parents, school choice and affordability at the centre of education policy.

MEDIA RELEASE: SA Independent schools 2026 State election priorities

AISSA — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The Association of Independent Schools of South Australia (AISSA) has launched SA Independent Schools – A Choice That Matters, outlining the sector’s key ‘Asks’ ahead of the 21 March State election.

AISSA and Data#3 announce a new Priority Partnership

AISSA — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The Association of Independent Schools of South Australia (AISSA) is delighted to announce a new priority partnership with Data^#3, one of Australia’s leading technology solutions providers.

Celebrating Contribution: AISSA 2025 Appreciation event

Lucinda Pow — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:30:00 GMT

The AISSA’s annual Appreciation Event provides a meaningful opportunity for us to acknowledge and thank the many individuals and organisations whose support throughout the year has strengthened the Independent school sector.

A transformational learning experience in Arnhem Land: AISSA staff reflection

AISSA — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 GMT

Participating in the 2025 Cultural Immersion Program in Arnhem Land was one of the most powerful professional and personal learning experiences we have ever undertaken.

Compass Wellness Experience – 2025 Winners Announced

Lucinda Pow — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

We are delighted to officially share the recipients of the 2025 Compass Wellness Experience, following the formal announcement at the 2025 AISSA Governance Conference on Friday, 20 June.

New Priority Partnership: the AISSA Partners with Swanbury Penglase

Lucinda Pow — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT

The Association of Independent Schools of South Australia is delighted to welcome Swanbury Penglase as a new priority partner.