Fogarty Foundation

28/01/2026

''We want [students] to be really successful, but perhaps even more importantly, to find the experience of being educated, both joyful and incredibly rewarding.''

Hear from Mandy Nayton OAM as she explains the work done by the The Dyslexia-SPELD Foundation (DSF). The Fogarty Foundation have partnered with DSF for over a decade as they consistently demonstrated excellence in supporting learners with dyslexia and other literacy challenges. DSF plays a vital role in the education landscape, providing evidence-based programs, specialist tutoring, professional development for teachers, and resources for families.

We are also excited for Mandy Nayton OAM to be joining us as a panelist at our upcoming event EDUCATED 2026. This annual event takes place in two weeks, and we are very excited to bring together educators, policymakers, school leaders, community advocates and sector partners.

18/11/2025

05/11/2025

Australia and Beyond – WA’s Position on AI in Education

We’re excited to share that at our upcoming State of AI in WA Schools Forum, our CEO Elizabeth Knight will moderate a panel featuring:
Professor Sharath Sriram – Chief Scientist WA
Dr Jake Renzella – UNSW Day of AI
Professor Karen Murcia – Curtin University, National Co‑Lead & Chief Investigator, ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child

The discussion will explore Western Australia’s position in national and international education landscapes and the lessons we can learn from how other education systems and industries are responding to AI.

📅 18 November 2025

05/11/2025

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome Hon. Sabine Winton MLA as the Opening Address speaker for Day 1 of our State of AI in WA Schools Forum, in collaboration with The Beyond Boundaries Institute.

Sabine brings a wealth of experience and commitment to education and community outcomes. She is the current Minister for Education; Early Childhood; Preventative Health; and the Wheatbelt region in Western Australia. Before entering Parliament in 2017 representing the electorate of Wanneroo, she spent 27 years as a primary school teacher across WA; including in regional locations such as Fitzroy Crossing and the Cocos‑Keeling Islands and served as the Primary Extension and Challenge Coordinator (PEAC) from 2005–2017.

📅 Date: 18th & 19th November 2025
📍 Location: Curtin University

We look forward to her addressing how emerging technologies can align with youth development, equitable access, and future‑ready learning outcomes across WA’s schools.

29/10/2025

🎤 Opening Keynote Announcement: Chris Bush

We are thrilled to welcome Chris Bush, Churchill Fellow and pioneering educator, as our opening keynote speaker for our upcoming State of AI in WA Schools Forum co-hosted with The Beyond Boundaries Institute.

Chris’ journey began with a problem every teacher knows too well: too many students, too little time, and the constant challenge of giving each student what they actually need. After ten years teaching in Victorian secondary schools, he created an AI chatbot trained on the economics curriculum to provide personalised support for his students. The results were striking; test scores improved, and students were more engaged. But success raised a bigger question: if this works, why isn’t every student getting this kind of support?

His Churchill Fellowship took him to five countries to investigate how education systems are integrating AI. What he found was stark: AI is creating a “double equity crisis”, where students with advantages pull further ahead while others are left behind.

Now teaching at University High School in Melbourne, Chris works with schools and systems across Australia. Through workshops, consultations, and strategic planning, he helps educators reimagine education in an AI age; ensuring all students benefit, not just some.

The reality is uncomfortable: some schools are experimenting while others wait for perfect policies; and that delay has consequences. Don’t miss this opportunity to see what’s working, what’s possible, and what you can do.

🔗 Secure your place now to hear Chris speak on the first day of our Forum- link in comments

27/10/2025

🚀 We’re thrilled to announce our collaboration with the WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) for the upcoming State of AI in WA Schools Forum this November.

🎤 On Day 1, WADSIH Director Alex Jenkins will lead a panel; Navigating the Shift: Sector leaders on AI in schools.

💡 On Day 2, WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) will deliver an professional development workshop for teachers and school leaders who are already using generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, and are ready to take their skills to the next level.

This hands-on, half-day session will empower educators to:
✨ Enhance student engagement
✨ Personalise learning (including for neurodiverse students & those with complex learning needs)
✨ Experiment with AI-supported assessment
✨ Co-create AI-driven classroom resources

Participants will walk away with practical, classroom-ready strategies to enrich learning outcomes, and reduce teacher workload, through the thoughtful use of AI.

Along with the The Beyond Boundaries Institute, the Fogarty Foundation is pleased to work with the WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH); engaging local expertise to help educators unlock the full potential of generative AI in Western Australian schools. 🌟

27/10/2025

Rural, Regional & Remote Bursaries Now Available – State of AI in WA Schools Forum

We’re thrilled to offer special bursaries for rural, regional, and remote schools to attend the upcoming State of AI in WA Schools Forum. We understand that accessing professional development opportunities can be particularly challenging for schools outside the metropolitan & inner regional area, and we want to make it easier for your school leaders and teachers to engage with the latest insights in AI and education.

💡 Bursary Details:
• Limited availability – awarded on a first come, first served basis (to eligible schools)
• Can support up to 2 teachers or school leaders per school
• Available to schools with an ICSEA score below 1000
• $500 per attendee, up to $1,000 per school, to be applied toward conference registration costs (please note: bursaries do not include free tickets)

These bursaries are designed to increase representation from rural, regional, and remote schools at the forum, enabling participants to take knowledge back to their communities and share it with colleagues and students across WA.

We know how important it is for your school to stay connected with emerging technology trends and professional networks – and we want to help remove barriers to participation so that more educators across WA can benefit.

📌 Act quickly – these bursaries are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis!

Apply now- https://airtable.com/appJrhR8GTko5Jm7E/shrQXyxb4O9ckefmg

27/10/2025

We’re excited to announce Day of AI Australia as a key partner for the upcoming State of AI in WA Schools Forum, on November 18-19, 2025!

Join us for an engaging Professional Learning experience facilitated by Day of AI Australia, an organisation that provides free, curriculum-aligned resources to build AI literacy skills in your Year 1 to 10 students. Their resources have been used by over 120,000 students so far in 2025, in schools across every state and territory.

"When teachers and school leaders are informed and empowered, they can drive change in their schools, helping young Australians not only use AI safely and ethically, but also question it, shape it, and harness its opportunities”, (Natasha Banks, Program Director – Day of AI Australia).

On Day 2 of the Forum, we’re teaming up with Day of AI Australia to deliver hands-on Professional Learning, with dedicated streams for School Leaders and Teachers.

This Professional Learning will help you:

✔️ Build core knowledge and practical strategies for AI use in education.
✔️ Engage with content tailored to your school’s stage of AI adoption.
✔️ Align AI implementation with WA curriculum and policy.
✔️ Leave with actionable strategies, frameworks, and tools to support AI integration in your school.
✔️ Feel confident to deliver the Day of AI program in your classroom.

We encourage you to attend the Forum with multiple representatives from your school where possible – bring a School Leader, and another staff member who can serve as an AI Champion within your school environment, to return to school with double the learnings. This way, you can engage with both streams and return to school with shared insights and a stronger foundation for whole-school implementation.

Places for Day 2 of the Forum are limited, so don’t miss out – register today.

17/10/2025

What is the State of AI Literacy in WA Schools?

The State of AI in WA Schools Forum is coming on 18–19 November 2025 at Curtin University — and it’s just the beginning.

Hosted by the Fogarty Foundation and The Beyond Boundaries Institute (BBI), this two-day Forum will bring together school leaders and teachers from across WA to:

-Explore practical ways AI is already shaping classrooms and school -operations
-Build skills and confidence to use AI responsibly and ethically
-Connect with peers, policymakers, and industry experts

Our goal is to support WA schools in developing AI literacy while ensuring adoption does not widen existing equity gaps. We want to hear from as many educators and school leaders as possible — your experiences and perspectives are essential to shaping a responsible, inclusive approach.

Visit our website to learn more, check the FAQ section for key information, and stay tuned for the full program release closer to the event.

📅 18–19 November 2025
📍 Curtin University
🔗https://fogartyfoundation.org.au/state-of-ai-in-schools-wa-forum

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of AI in WA schools.