ASVAC 2026
Humble Strength
Welcome to ASVAC 2026
This year, we will be exploring the theme of Humble Strength.
In the world of mountaineering, the Sherpa is the embodiment of humble strength. As experts, they navigate treacherous terrain, secure routes, and shoulder immense burdens. Their purpose isn't reaching the summit for personal glory; they use their expertise to ensure the climber's success, making the impossible possible for others.
8.15am Monday 22 June 2026 | Crossway Baptist Church, 2 Vision Drive, Burwood East
Ray Moaga
Meet our Keynote Speaker
Ray Moaga is a gifted communicator and engaging presenter who has worked with young people and educators across Australia and internationally.
With over 20 years of experience speaking within primary schools, secondary schools, TAFE and universities, as well as community and sporting environments, Ray is known for connecting with students from diverse cultural and generational backgrounds. His approachable style, practical insights and authentic storytelling make his sessions both relatable and impactful.
Based in Brisbane QLD, Ray currently serves as a chaplain within the Australian Defence Force (army) and elite sport (NRL Dolphins, Netball Queensland), supporting individuals in high-performance and high-pressure environments with a strong focus on wellbeing, character development and resilience.He holds degrees in Theology, Ministry, Teaching and diplomas of Youth Work, Juvenile Justice and Clinical Pastoral Education, equipping him with both academic knowledge and real-world experience to support young people holistically.
Above all, Ray considers his greatest role to be that of husband and father. His passion is to serve others and help young people grow into confident, capable and values-driven individuals — becoming the best version of themselves both inside and outside the classroom.
Workshop Presenters
Phil Carew
Deploy Learning
Rodney Cassie
Adventist Schools Australia
Stewart D'Silva
Psychologist
Vicky Gemmell
Independent Schools Victoria
Meggan James
Nunawading Christian College
Caitlin Mason
It Takes a Village Australia
Mary McEvilly Butler
Google for Education
Ray Moaga
Foreground Performance
Anthony Morris
It Takes a Village Australia
Jennifer Orr
Greta Shillig
Adventist Schools Australia
Jim Sill
Deploy Learning
Luke Starczak
Google for Education
Brad Skinner
Coach Communication
Fundraiser
Supporting Adventist Schools in Samoa
At ASVAC this year, we are again supporting Adventist schools in Samoa. Your donations will support upgrades to facilities such as the library, canteen and classrooms.
Program
| 8.15am | Registration | Auditorium Foyer |
| 9am | Program Commences | Welcome, Acknowledgement of Country, Praise & Worship, Spiritual Keynote | Auditorium |
| 11am | Morning Tea | Auditorium Foyer |
| 11.35am | Program Continues | Cultural Diversity Keynote | Auditorium |
| 12.30pm | Breakout Sessions | Various locations |
| 1.20pm | Lunch | Auditorium Foyer |
| 2.20pm | Program Continues | Special Item, Service Recognition, Citations, Awards | Auditorium |
| 4pm | Close of ASVAC |
Breakout Sessions
| Title | Presented for | Presenter/s | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service-Based Leadership | Chaplains | Raymond Moaga | Explore service-based leadership by prioritising humility and vulnerability over ego. Gain strategies for steady, faithful service to support your community through presence and trust in the "long game." |
| It Takes a Village: Embedding Inclusive Practice | Early Learning Centre & OSHC Staff | Caitlin Mason, Anthony Morris | Learn to embed inclusive practices by adapting routines and transitions to meet diverse student needs. This session focuses on supporting varied abilities, learning styles, and communication requirements in early learning. |
| Empowering the first point of contact | Counselors and Wellbeing Staff | Beyond Blue | Join this interactive session to explore and share resources that empower educators and caregivers. Strengthen young people’s support networks through collaborative processes and proactive community engagement strategies. |
| An introduction to the identification and engagement of gifted and talented students | Teachers | Vicky Gemmell | Learn to identify Gifted and Talented students and implement effective differentiation strategies. This session provides insights into external initiatives and practical resources to enrich the learning experiences of high-potential learners. |
| Situation Behaviour Impact | School Leaders & Community-Facing Staff | Meggan James | Master the Situation-Behaviour-Impact (SBI) Model to provide objective, fact-based feedback. This framework removes ambiguity and personal judgment, making professional conversations more effective for colleagues, parents, and students. |
| Gemini for Education | Teachers and Support Staff | Phil Carew, Mary McEvilly Butler | Explore Google Gemini through prompt engineering, custom Gems, and NotebookLM. Learn to automate tasks and ground AI outputs in your documentation to boost daily productivity and administrative efficiency. |
| Google Sheets and Productivity | General Staff | Luke Starczak, Jim Sill | Enhance productivity by using Google Sheets and Workspace Studio to automate administrative tasks. Learn to create seamless data flows between Workspace files, utilising live web data to amplify spreadsheet functionality. |
| Advanced Synergetic | Administration & Enrolment Staff | Rodney Cassie | Advanced Synergetic |
| Basics of Synergetic | Administration & Enrolment Staff | Greta Shillig | Basics of Synergetic |
| Out of Focus: ADHA Insights of Educators | Teachers and Support Staff | Stewart D'Silva | Explore the role of psychoeducation in empowering families with mental health knowledge. Learn how reducing stigma and fostering treatment adherence can improve self-management and wellbeing within the school community. |
| Safer Schools Start with Us: Myth busting, mindset shifting, and making schools psychologically safer | Everyone | Brad Skinner | Foster psychological safety through shared responsibility and practical habits. This jargon-free session explores building trust and reducing risk, aligning with the Code of Practice to create thriving school environments. |
| Gemini Advanced | Everyone | Jim Sill, Mary McEvilly Butler | Transform workflows using Google Gemini as a virtual assistant. Learn to leverage Deep Research for synthesis, administrative automation, and content creation, reclaiming time through advanced, actionable AI-driven strategies. |
| Responsive Teaching: Building Accountable Classroom Relationships | Educators | Jennifer Orr | Elevate student engagement through Opportunities to Respond as a relational foundation. Learn to leverage practical monitoring tools that foster authentic connection, accountability, and empowerment within daily teaching. |
Event Partners
We are grateful to our 2026 sponsors for enhancing the ASVAC experience and growing our support for Samoa Adventist Schools.
