Join us for an inspiring day of professional learning designed to support, connect, and celebrate the HEIA(SA) Home Economics community on Saturday 15 August. Featuring leading Home Economics teachers, Rosie Sciacca and Carlie Bartnicki, the day will provide practical strategies, fresh ideas, and innovative approaches to enhance your teaching practice and support student success.
Start the day with practical strategies: Navigating AI in the home economics classroom
Building on the success of her popular AI webinars, Rosie Sciacca returns with an engaging, hands-on workshop designed for all Home Economics teachers, from those beginning their AI journey to experienced users looking to expand their skills.
Explore practical ways to use AI in the classroom, discover tools and strategies that can enhance teaching and learning, and consider the responsible and ethical use of AI in education. Bring your questions, ideas, and fully charged laptop for an interactive session focused on building confidence, creativity, and capability.
Afternoon inspiration: Bee You Education
Carlie Bartnicki from Bee You Education will share valuable insights into supporting student wellbeing and creating positive learning environments. Through practical strategies and thoughtful approaches, Carlie will explore ways educators can strengthen connections with students and foster supportive Home Economics classrooms where all learners can thrive.
Over lunch: Celebrating our home economics community
The day will also provide opportunities to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and strengthen professional networks over lunch. Together, we will celebrate the achievements and contributions of our Home Economics community through the presentation of the
- 2026 Resek scholarship recipients
- 2025 South Australian O'Malley Trust scholarship recipients
- 2025 HEIA/McCormick Tertiary Flavour Forecast recipe challenge winners.
This session will be filled with insights, celebration and collegiality, providing time to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and strengthen professional networks across the HEIA(SA) home economics community.
RSVP by Thursday 30 July
