Practical Sustainability for Schools - Operations (In Person)

Climate Action Schools — 2026 Partner School Information Session for Business Managers & Leaders

Practical Strategies, Cost Savings & Industry Partnerships to Lead Sustainability Change

About this Session

This 5-hour in-person catered workshop is your opportunity to understand how schools are activating carbon plans, reducing waste removal costs, and accessing industry-backed support to implement circular systems as an income stream.

You’ll gain industry strategies to integrate ‘sustainability in action’ through Functional Sustainability systems used by industry. Using LEAN principles, resource recovery and circular economy practices aligned to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) outcomes and the V9 curriculum — while strengthening leadership, school culture, and operational efficiency.

 Hear case studies from Climate Action Schools (such as Woodridge & Shailer Park SHS) and see how schools are turning “waste” into recoverable resources, measuring savings, and building student career pathways to industry.

This briefing is also the official Expression of Interest pathway for the 2026 Industry ESG Partnership Round — where 4 schools will be subsidised through CAS industry partners including Cummins, and the Qld Govt North Coast Manufacturing Hub

Why Attend

✔ Gain practical sustainability knowledge of resource recovery with measurable operational strategies and systems that deliver economic benefits to your school and community
✔ Explore the Fifth & Sixth Industrial Revolutions (5IR/6IR) and their focus on sustainability along with inclusive technologies for people and planet, including ai and neuro
✔ Understand how ESG factors measure sustainability and drive ethical investment partnerships with industry
✔ Dive into the Circular Economy—an economic system that eliminates waste and ensures continuous resource and provides circular income to the school and or P&C
✔ Learn how to activate a School Environmental Management Plan (SEMP) and integrate the Climate Action Schools (CAS) systems into your sustainability plans with #continuousimprovement
✔ Enhance operation systems with sustainability-focused professional learning
✔ Connect with industry leaders to establish partnerships and build new career pathways for students

Who Should Attend

🔹 Principals & Leadership Teams – Align school operations with ESG and circular economy principles for sustainability, particularly Business Managers.
🔹 Facilities & Utilities Staff – Develop practical strategies for reducing landfill and improving resource recovery

Workshop Outcomes

🎯 Understand the Climate Action Schools systems and how to embed it into your school’s operations and sustainability strategy
🎯 Learn to activate a School Environmental Management Plan (SEMP) for long-term impact
🎯 Analyse your school’s waste bills to set measurable reduction targets and identify cost savings and grant opportunities from the data captured
🎯 Discover how to implement circular economy and LEAN efficiency strategies to reduce waste and improve operations
🎯 Explore case studies of successful sustainability programs and world-of-work pathways for students
🎯 Take home the exclusive Climate Action Schools Guide—including step-by-step instructions, customisable templates, and best-practice case studies

Event Details

📍 Location: Caloundra State High School, 88 Queen St, Caloundra QLD
⏳ Duration: 5 hours (in person, catered)
🎟 Cost: $275 per person + GST + booking fee

Secure your spot today and get the tools, strategies and industry support to drive sustainability in your school.