The It Takes a Spark! STEM Conference inspires and engages forward thinking Year 4 to 10 students, Teachers and Education Leaders in STEM.
The program is different to many conferences namely it is intended for both Teachers and Students to attend. This parallel learning experience facilitates shared knowledge and collaboration between Teachers and their Students.
How the Queensland event works…
The day begins with an outstanding keynote speaker to engage and inspire educators and students, followed by the engaging STEM Expo hands-on activity area. You will then move into preselected Digi-Design Mini Workshops, Problem Solvers Design Challenges with Teachers also having the option to attend Teacher only Mini-Master Classes.
The brightest educators and students who are passionate about STEM and key organisations will lead the action-packed sessions...
Why attend…
- Hear from experts in the STEM field
- Engage in innovative, hands-on STEM learning alongside your students
- Discover the latest developments, innovations, tips and tools in STEM from experts and practitioners.
- See live demonstrations and receive resources, tools and tips to implement back in the classroom
- Network and collaborate with other schools, educators and industry experts and get insight into their STEM activities and programs
- Earn professional development hours
Who the conference is for…
- Year 4 to 10 students: those who are already (or aspire to be) STEM Leaders in your school OR those you wish to spark an interest in STEM
- Teachers: those who have little experience and those who have a lot, looking to be inspired, participate in hands-on professional learning and network with peers
- Heads of Learning Areas / Curriculum: who wish to elevate the teaching of future ready skills and disciplines
- Principals and Deputy Principals: to witness what is possible by embedding STEM authentically in your school.
- …and the event is a 4.5 hour Professional Learning day for teachers – certificate provided.
Teacher Professional Development Stream
“Many teachers and schools are challenged by HOW to create STEM learning that develops students across the years to be the independent critical thinkers and problem solvers the world needs.
We will bring together some of Australia’s leading practitioners in the fields of design, technology, curriculum planning, student engagement and STEM learning to develop a special Teacher Professional Development stream at this year’s It Takes a Spark STEM Conference.
Every session is designed to provide teachers with the insight, practical guidance and resources they need to improve their planning and practice upon return to their schools. The professional learning will support teachers no matter their prior background, confidence, or capability.”
QUEENSLAND
THURSDAY, 25 JUNE 2026
AGENDA
9.15 AM
REGISTRATION
9.45 AM
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
Welcome to Participants, Set up for the Day, Housekeeping
9.55 AM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr Naomi Paxton, MedTech Innovator, Propel Health AI
10.25 – 11.25 AM
ROTATION ONE – STEM Expo
60 minute session
- Hands-on STEM activities for Year 4 to 10 students and teachers
- Opportunity to engage in multiple STEM experiences
- Presented by STEM students / educators / universities / sponsors / organisations
- 10-15 min activity, moving between activities during the 60 minute session
Expo Space
11.25 to 11.40 AM
BREAK
An quick break before moving to the next preselected workshops
11.40 AM to 12.20 PM
ROTATION TWO – DIGIDESIGN MINI-WORKSHOPS
40 minute session
- Preselected parallel mini-workshop sessions on a specific STEM topic
- For Teachers and Students
- Hands-on STEM learning for Year 4 to 10 students
- Presented by STEM students / educators / universities / sponsors / organisations
Breakout Rooms
Pre-registration required
11.40 AM to 12.20 PM
TEACHER ONLY PARALLEL SESSIONS
Teacher Mini-Master Class
40 minute session
- Preselected parallel sessions
- Hands-on masterclass on a STEM topic that will make a difference for teachers to enact in their school
- Presented by STEM educators / universities / sponsors / organisations
Breakout Rooms
Pre-registration required
12.25 to 12.45 PM
LUNCH
- A light lunch included for students, teachers and presenters.
- An opportunity to network with other teachers and students.
12.50 to 2.00 PM
ROTATION THREE – PROBLEM SOLVERS DESIGN CHALLENGE
70 minute session
- Preselected parallel sessions
- Aimed at Year 4 to 10 students and teachers
- This session involves real life design challenges where attendees are led through the design process to ideate and present possible solutions
- Presented by STEM students / educators / universities / sponsors / organisations
Breakout Rooms
Pre-registration required
12.50 to 2.00 PM
TEACHER ONLY PARALLEL SESSIONS
Teacher Mini-Master Class
70 minute session
- Preselected parallel sessions
- Hands-on masterclass on a STEM topic that will make a difference for teachers to enact in their school
- Presented by STEM educators / universities / sponsors / organisations
Breakout Rooms
Pre-registration required
2.00 PM
WHERE TO NEXT, FEEDBACK AND CLOSE OF QLD CONFERENCE
- Completion of feedback form
- Prize draw for Teacher STEM Passport
2.15 PM
END OF CONFERENCE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
VENUE
Grace Lutheran College, Rothwell Campus
Anzac Ave & Mewes Rd
Rothwell QLD 4022
DATE Thursday, 25 June 2026
TIME / AGENDA 9.15am open
9.45am start – 2.15pm finish
Read School FAQ’s – suggestions on who should attend, answers about what stage you are at and if the conference will suit, registration T&C’s, and more…
Teachers are able to attend without students
We recommend max 25 students per school with minimum teacher ratio of 1T:10S
CONFERENCE RATES
Early Bird Educator / Teacher: $175.00
Regular fee: $215.00
Teacher Presenter: complimentary*
Early Bird Student: $25.00
Regular fee: $35.00
Student Presenter: $22*
Early Bird Pre-service, Aide/Support staff, Homeschool educator: $65.00
Regular fee: $85.00
Most schools register as a group! Enjoy a 5% discount when you register 8–15 students or 3–6 teachers, and a 10% discount when you bring 16+ students or 7+ teachers.
Includes Lunch for Educators and Students
Early bird registration ends Wednesday 14th May
Queensland It Takes a Spark STEM Conference
Sponsors and Partners
CREATE SPARKS IN LEARNING FOR TEACHERS, STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS! BECOME A SPONSOR…
To discuss sponsorship contact Dr Adrian Bertolini – Conference coordinator
Email: adrian@spark-educonferences.com.au or Call +61 0 413 036 382
GET IN TOUCH WITH US
Rachel Manneke-Jones
Registration & Bookings
Ph: 0411 270 277
E: rachel@spark-educonferences.com.au
Dr Adrian Bertolini
Conference Co-Ordinator
Ph: 0413 036 382
E: adrian@spark-educonferences.com.au
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