The Stronger Smarter Institute
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The Stronger Smarter Institute works with educators from across the country as ‘partners in change’ to enact the Stronger Smarter Approach in their schools. We want to see every child succeeding.
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🗓 Wednesday 26 November | 🕥 10:35–11:35am
📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
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#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
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#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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For Trevor Green, Education Mentor, the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program was about strengthening relationships with students — building stronger connections and creating more opportunities for them to talk, share, and engage. 🔗 strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
For Trevor Green, Education Mentor, the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program was about strengthening relationships with students — building stronger connections and creating more opportunities for them to talk, share, and engage. 🔗 strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
On Remembrance Day, we pause to honour those who have served and sacrificed in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples whose service has too often been overlooked. Lest we forget.
Artwork: Lee Anthony Hampton | Koori Kicks Art
Artwork: Lee Anthony Hampton | Koori Kicks Art
November 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
On Remembrance Day, we pause to honour those who have served and sacrificed in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples whose service has too often been overlooked. Lest we forget.
Artwork: Lee Anthony Hampton | Koori Kicks Art
Artwork: Lee Anthony Hampton | Koori Kicks Art
📅 24–27 February 2026 | 📍 Ballina, NSW
🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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November 9, 2025 at 8:01 PM
📅 24–27 February 2026 | 📍 Ballina, NSW
🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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We’re heading to Ballina, NSW in February for the next Stronger Smarter Jarjums Program — our dedicated early years education program. 🌿
Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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November 9, 2025 at 8:01 PM
We’re heading to Ballina, NSW in February for the next Stronger Smarter Jarjums Program — our dedicated early years education program. 🌿
Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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Stronger Smarter alumni carry their learnings into classrooms and communities in powerful ways. For Raelene Fox, Head Teacher Transition and Engagement, the Community Sphere means creating culturally safe spaces and working with local knowledge holders. 🔗 strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
November 5, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Stronger Smarter alumni carry their learnings into classrooms and communities in powerful ways. For Raelene Fox, Head Teacher Transition and Engagement, the Community Sphere means creating culturally safe spaces and working with local knowledge holders. 🔗 strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
This month, our CEO Dr Chris Sarra joins the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS). Together they’ll explore the time we’re in, the work ahead, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come.
🗓 26 Nov | 📍 BCEC
🔗 qcossconference.com
🗓 26 Nov | 📍 BCEC
🔗 qcossconference.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:03 PM
This month, our CEO Dr Chris Sarra joins the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS). Together they’ll explore the time we’re in, the work ahead, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come.
🗓 26 Nov | 📍 BCEC
🔗 qcossconference.com
🗓 26 Nov | 📍 BCEC
🔗 qcossconference.com
From creating culturally safe spaces in Knowledge House to embedding high-expectations relationships across the school — their story shows what’s possible.
Read more: strongersmarter.com.au/community-co...
#StrongerSmarter #AlumniStories #Education
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Read more: strongersmarter.com.au/community-co...
#StrongerSmarter #AlumniStories #Education
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November 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
From creating culturally safe spaces in Knowledge House to embedding high-expectations relationships across the school — their story shows what’s possible.
Read more: strongersmarter.com.au/community-co...
#StrongerSmarter #AlumniStories #Education
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Read more: strongersmarter.com.au/community-co...
#StrongerSmarter #AlumniStories #Education
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At Loganlea State High School, connection, culture, and high expectations walk hand in hand.
First Nations teachers Rueben Davis, Haylee Day, and Dean of Students Jo Symes share how the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program inspired fresh reflections and stronger relationships.
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First Nations teachers Rueben Davis, Haylee Day, and Dean of Students Jo Symes share how the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program inspired fresh reflections and stronger relationships.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:01 PM
At Loganlea State High School, connection, culture, and high expectations walk hand in hand.
First Nations teachers Rueben Davis, Haylee Day, and Dean of Students Jo Symes share how the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program inspired fresh reflections and stronger relationships.
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First Nations teachers Rueben Davis, Haylee Day, and Dean of Students Jo Symes share how the Stronger Smarter Leadership Program inspired fresh reflections and stronger relationships.
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Congratulations to the Maximising the Middle Years Stronger Smarter Specialist Change Makers from Campbelltown and Penrith! A packed 4 days of learning and sharing focused on improving outcomes for Middle Years young people. In partnership with Uniting NSW ACT & ARACY.
November 2, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Congratulations to the Maximising the Middle Years Stronger Smarter Specialist Change Makers from Campbelltown and Penrith! A packed 4 days of learning and sharing focused on improving outcomes for Middle Years young people. In partnership with Uniting NSW ACT & ARACY.
2026 is on the horizon — and our full program calendar is now live. From leadership programs to workshops and masterclasses, these are spaces where educators co-create change and strengthen identity in schools and communities. 🔗 View dates: strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
November 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
2026 is on the horizon — and our full program calendar is now live. From leadership programs to workshops and masterclasses, these are spaces where educators co-create change and strengthen identity in schools and communities. 🔗 View dates: strongersmarter.com.au/program-cale...
🌟 Today we celebrate you.
Happy Australian World Teachers’ Day to all the educators who inspire, connect, and lead with care.
#WorldTeachersDay #StrongerSmarter
Happy Australian World Teachers’ Day to all the educators who inspire, connect, and lead with care.
#WorldTeachersDay #StrongerSmarter
October 30, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🌟 Today we celebrate you.
Happy Australian World Teachers’ Day to all the educators who inspire, connect, and lead with care.
#WorldTeachersDay #StrongerSmarter
Happy Australian World Teachers’ Day to all the educators who inspire, connect, and lead with care.
#WorldTeachersDay #StrongerSmarter
🗓 Wednesday 26 November | 🕥 10:35–11:35am
📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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October 28, 2025 at 8:04 PM
🗓 Wednesday 26 November | 🕥 10:35–11:35am
📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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Our CEO, Dr Chris Sarra will be speaking at the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane this November. In conversation with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS), Dr Sarra will explore the time we’re in, the work we’re called to do, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come
October 28, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Our CEO, Dr Chris Sarra will be speaking at the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane this November. In conversation with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS), Dr Sarra will explore the time we’re in, the work we’re called to do, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come
At ToSI, we support Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women with funding, mentoring, and academic & cultural guidance to finish their studies strong and inspire the next generation.
📖 Apply: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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📖 Apply: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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October 27, 2025 at 8:03 PM
At ToSI, we support Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women with funding, mentoring, and academic & cultural guidance to finish their studies strong and inspire the next generation.
📖 Apply: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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📖 Apply: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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🌿 “STEM is written and spoken through Indigenous knowledge, even before we knew the word science; it’s embedded into culture. Every child deserves that.” – Larni, Deadly in Generation STEM participant (CSIRO, 2025).
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October 27, 2025 at 8:02 PM
🌿 “STEM is written and spoken through Indigenous knowledge, even before we knew the word science; it’s embedded into culture. Every child deserves that.” – Larni, Deadly in Generation STEM participant (CSIRO, 2025).
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🌿 26 October 1985 — Uluru was handed back to its Anangu Traditional Owners.
It was more than a handback. It was recognition of a truth that’s always been there: Country and culture are inseparable.
As educators, how do we honour this truth in our classrooms today?
#Uluru #EducationMatters
It was more than a handback. It was recognition of a truth that’s always been there: Country and culture are inseparable.
As educators, how do we honour this truth in our classrooms today?
#Uluru #EducationMatters
October 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🌿 26 October 1985 — Uluru was handed back to its Anangu Traditional Owners.
It was more than a handback. It was recognition of a truth that’s always been there: Country and culture are inseparable.
As educators, how do we honour this truth in our classrooms today?
#Uluru #EducationMatters
It was more than a handback. It was recognition of a truth that’s always been there: Country and culture are inseparable.
As educators, how do we honour this truth in our classrooms today?
#Uluru #EducationMatters
📅 24–27 February 2026 | 📍 Ballina, NSW
🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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October 22, 2025 at 4:01 AM
📅 24–27 February 2026 | 📍 Ballina, NSW
🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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🔗 Register now: strongersmarter.my.site.com/applicationp...
#StrongerSmarter #Jarjums #EarlyYearsEducation #Community #CulturalSafety
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We’re heading to Ballina, NSW this February for the next Stronger Smarter Jarjums Program — our dedicated early years education program. 🌿
Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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October 22, 2025 at 4:00 AM
We’re heading to Ballina, NSW this February for the next Stronger Smarter Jarjums Program — our dedicated early years education program. 🌿
Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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Together, we’ll explore how to create culturally strong, high-expectations learning environments where children thrive.
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🌟 Applications are open!
The Teachers of STEM Initiative (ToSI) supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on the journey to becoming STEM teachers.
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The Teachers of STEM Initiative (ToSI) supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on the journey to becoming STEM teachers.
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October 20, 2025 at 8:03 PM
🌟 Applications are open!
The Teachers of STEM Initiative (ToSI) supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on the journey to becoming STEM teachers.
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The Teachers of STEM Initiative (ToSI) supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on the journey to becoming STEM teachers.
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With financial support, mentoring, and cultural guidance, ToSI is here to back you every step of the way.
📖 Apply now: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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📖 Apply now: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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October 20, 2025 at 8:03 PM
With financial support, mentoring, and cultural guidance, ToSI is here to back you every step of the way.
📖 Apply now: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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📖 Apply now: strongersmarter.com.au/tosi-applica...
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🗓 Wednesday 26 November | 🕥 10:35–11:35am
📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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October 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
🗓 Wednesday 26 November | 🕥 10:35–11:35am
📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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📍 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
🔗 qcossconference.com
#StrongerSmarter #QCOSS #ChangingState #ChrisSarra #Leadership #Community
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Our CEO, Dr Chris Sarra, will be speaking at the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane this November. In conversation with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS), Dr Sarra will explore the time we’re in, the work we’re called to do, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come.
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October 18, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Our CEO, Dr Chris Sarra, will be speaking at the 2025 QCOSS Conference: Changing State in Brisbane this November. In conversation with Aimee McVeigh (QCOSS), Dr Sarra will explore the time we’re in, the work we’re called to do, and the future we’re dreaming for generations to come.
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Congratulations to an amazing, passionate team of educators, just completed the Stronger Smarter Leadership Follow up Program at Ardyaloon WA, Bardi Jawi Country. Privileged to be part of the One Arm Point Remote Community School Stronger Smarter journey.
#StrongerSmarterAlumni #TeacherPD
#StrongerSmarterAlumni #TeacherPD
October 17, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Congratulations to an amazing, passionate team of educators, just completed the Stronger Smarter Leadership Follow up Program at Ardyaloon WA, Bardi Jawi Country. Privileged to be part of the One Arm Point Remote Community School Stronger Smarter journey.
#StrongerSmarterAlumni #TeacherPD
#StrongerSmarterAlumni #TeacherPD
We had a wonderful time in Townsville on Wulguruk-Abe and Bindal traditional lands. Congratulations to the participants from Townsville Catholic Education Diocese for completing phase 2. Facilitators were Ken Weatherall & Tammi Webber.
#TeacherPD #StrongerSmarterAlumni
#TeacherPD #StrongerSmarterAlumni
October 16, 2025 at 10:59 PM
We had a wonderful time in Townsville on Wulguruk-Abe and Bindal traditional lands. Congratulations to the participants from Townsville Catholic Education Diocese for completing phase 2. Facilitators were Ken Weatherall & Tammi Webber.
#TeacherPD #StrongerSmarterAlumni
#TeacherPD #StrongerSmarterAlumni
🗣️ NSW Aboriginal Languages Week | 19–26 Oct
Theme: Let Our Voices Fly
🌿 Connect.
🗣️ Speak.
✨ Fly.
Language is culture, identity, and future.
How will you celebrate language in your classroom this week?
#LetOurVoicesFly #AboriginalLanguagesWeek #StrongerSmarter
Theme: Let Our Voices Fly
🌿 Connect.
🗣️ Speak.
✨ Fly.
Language is culture, identity, and future.
How will you celebrate language in your classroom this week?
#LetOurVoicesFly #AboriginalLanguagesWeek #StrongerSmarter
October 16, 2025 at 8:03 PM
🗣️ NSW Aboriginal Languages Week | 19–26 Oct
Theme: Let Our Voices Fly
🌿 Connect.
🗣️ Speak.
✨ Fly.
Language is culture, identity, and future.
How will you celebrate language in your classroom this week?
#LetOurVoicesFly #AboriginalLanguagesWeek #StrongerSmarter
Theme: Let Our Voices Fly
🌿 Connect.
🗣️ Speak.
✨ Fly.
Language is culture, identity, and future.
How will you celebrate language in your classroom this week?
#LetOurVoicesFly #AboriginalLanguagesWeek #StrongerSmarter