APPA Impact Canberra
Strengthening Civics and Citizenship through School Leadership
Monday, 31 August 2026
Step outside the conference room and into the heart of the nation’s capital for a day of professional immersion and cultural discovery. This curated program offers a seamless transition from leadership insights in local schools to themed site visits across Canberra.
The Experiences
Extend your professional development through a program that blends practical educational takeaways with meaningful cultural immersion. Your day begins with a guided school tour for real-world leadership insights, followed by one of three themed exploration streams:
Stream 1: Civics & Citizenship
School Tour: St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Primary School, Kambah
Site Visits: National Archives of Australia (NAA), National Electoral Education Centre, and the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD)
Stream 2: Science & Environment
School Tour: Throsby School, Throsby
Site Visits: Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG), Royal Australian Mint (RAM), and Questacon
Stream 3: History & Culture
School Tour: Burgmann Anglican School (Valley Campus), Gungahlin
Site Visits: National Library of Australia (NLA), National Museum of Australia (NMA), and the Australian War Memorial (AWM)
Draft Itinerary
- 08:30: Delegate arrival at the National Convention Centre (NCC)
- 08:45: Coaches depart for school tours
- 09:00 – 10:30: Guided school tours begin
- 10:30: Tours conclude; delegates board buses to commence themed itinerary
- 11:00 – 16:15 Themed cultural itineraries commence (includes lunch)
- 16:30: All delegates gather at the Australian War Memorial for a wreath-laying and the Last Post Ceremony
- 17:00: Transfer back to the NCC for the official Welcome Reception
Important Information
- Places are strictly limited and subject to availability.
- Final itineraries and timings will be confirmed closer to the event.
- School Tours Disclaimer: These school tours are generously hosted and coordinated by the participating schools. While APPA is pleased to share these opportunities, the tours are independently operated by the host schools and not managed or supervised by APPA.
- Australian War Memorial