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 Experience
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 Museum of Australia (NMA), National Library of Australia (NLA), and the Australian War Memorial (AWM)
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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 |
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Important Information
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- Australian War Memorial