Teach Our Next Astronaut

Could you be the teacher who inspires Australia’s next astronaut?

Join us for an inspiring STEM twilight event designed for third and fourth-year pre-service teachers and early career teachers in their first four years of teaching, featuring Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg and Professor Martin Westwell, Chief Executive, Department for Education.

This free event brings together emerging educators, STEM leaders to explore the important role teachers play in building curiosity, confidence and future STEM pathways for learners.

Across the evening, you’ll hear inspiring stories, connect with other emerging educators and discover practical STEM programs, resources and opportunities to support you as you begin your teaching career.

What to expect

Be inspired by Katherine Bennell-Pegg as she shares her journey to becoming an Australian astronaut, exploring curiosity, resilience and problem solving along the way.
Gain insights from Professor Martin Westwell on the important role teachers play in shaping future possibilities for learners
Discover practical ideas and experiences from inspiring STEM teachers.
Explore the STEM Expo, connecting you with programs, resources, professional learning and opportunities from across the education and STEM sectors.
Meet and connect with other pre-service and early career teachers.
Enjoy light refreshments and informal networking.

This event is presented in partnership with the Australia Day Council of South Australia.

Who is this event for?

This event is specifically designed for:

Pre-service teachers studying education at a South Australian university, postgraduate pre-service teachers and Early career teachers in their first four years of teaching.

You do not need to be a STEM specialist. Whether you're preparing to enter the profession or beginning your teaching career, come along to explore what STEM could look like in your practice and the opportunities available to you.

Thursday 15 October 2026

4.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Orbis, Hindmarsh

Free event – registration essential

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