Join us for a FREE Supporting Student Engagement Workshop!

Truancy or in more general terms, school non-attendance and disengagement is a local, state, national and international concern. Despite millions of dollars in investment and the best efforts of educational and inter-agency professionals coupled with the findings of thousands of researcher projects and publications the problem continues and, as is the case of Western Australia, is getting worse. The problem is exacerbated by the sheer volume of research and reports some of which have contradictory findings.

Addressing the school non-attendances and disengagement issues is important as there is relationship between class attendance and academic engagement and a significant relationship between academic perseverance and academic engagement. In the majority of cases those students who demonstrate disengagement from school are likely not to complete school and are at greater risk of unemployment, low income, social exclusion, risky health behaviours, and are more likely to engage with the criminal justice system. Of concern is a recent report compiled by the Western Australian Commissioner for Young People and Children that suggests 25% of high school students are disengaged from school.

Professor Brook will summarise current research and outline strategies and techniques that have proven successful in engaging students in meaningful education. He will present local successful projects and discuss a way forward that promotes student engagement from Kindergarten through to the end of high school and will refer to the current Department of Education Western Australia ten point plan to improving student attendance.

How much are tickets?

FREE for Network Teach members. $15 for non members.

Why are tickets to this event so cheap?

This event is not designed to make a profit. As a not for profit organisation, we simply seek to provide high quality access to education based Professional learning opportunities.

We have also heavily subsidised this event in thanks to our sponsors who contribute to the overall event costs.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

We strongly recommend catching public transport to this event with a nearby train station (Murdoch station) and bus interchange which is a short distance from the university site. Alternatively, car pooling is a highly recommended option.

CATCHING A HIGH FREQUENCY BUS SERVICE FROM MURDOCH TRAIN STATION:

Buses: 503, 504 and 513 stop and service the front of the university accessed via South Street and also depart from Murdoch Train Station.

PARKING OPTION:

Parking is accessed via South Street - Campus Entrance B'. Park in either Carpark 4 or 5. Please note that parking is FREE in all red and green bays.

What should I bring to the event?

We strongly recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and bring a notepad as the presenters will provide you with some very valuable information you will wish to record.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Simply email us at admin@networkteach.com with any query you may have and we will provide a response within 24 hours.

Is my registration/ticket transferable?

Absolutely, simply contact us with the new name and email address of the attendee via our Facebook page or via email at: admin@networkteach.com.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

A printed ticket is NOT REQUIRED for this event as we will simply check you in upon arrival.

WHERE IS THE EVENT?

The event is located at the Murdoch University (South Street Campus), room: 1.005 located on the map below in building 450. Please park in CAR PARK 4 or 5. The venue can be seen from the carpark. Please enter campus entrance B which connects from South Street.