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  1. 6d ago

    Ep90 #VPCLive Event - The State of AI: What Every Family Should Know Right Now

    The State of AI: What Every Family Should Know Right Now Where is AI actually up to in 2026, and what does it mean for your family? A plain language tour of what these tools can and cannot do, how young people are really using them, and what has changed this year. No jargon, no hype, and plenty of time for questions. Your presenter Matthew Esterman is the founder of The Next Word and co-founder of Educator Intelligence. A history teacher for nearly two decades and former Director of Innovation and Partnerships, he now helps schools across Australia take confident, safe and human centred next steps with AI. His motto: start human, use AI, stay human. To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey90vpc ~About the VPC~   Building Informed Confident Parents Celebrating 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria.  In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation. VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally – an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email vicpc@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au and we will send you an on-demand copy of the episode.

  2. Sep 1

    Ep89 #VPCLive Event - From Controller to Classroom: How Gaming Can Build Real-World Skills - Beth Ware

    From Controller to Classroom: How Gaming Can Build Real-World Skills Presenter: Beth Ware, Occupational Therapist from Tiny Steps Therapy Gaming is often seen as entertainment, but when used intentionally, it can become a powerful tool for learning and development. This session explores how gaming can be used as a purposeful occupational therapy intervention to help children build the foundational skills needed for success in the classroom and beyond. Discover how carefully selected games can support the development of hand strength, fine motor coordination, visual processing, attention, persistence, problem-solving, planning, and the ability to follow multi-step instructions. Learn how these skills translate into everyday classroom tasks such as handwriting, organisation, completing assignments, participating in group activities, and managing challenges independently. Parents, educators, and allied health professionals will gain practical insights into using gaming in a balanced, purposeful way to support children's growth, engagement, and learning outcomes. Key takeaways: Understand the connection between gaming and skill development.Explore the occupational therapy principles behind purposeful gaming.Learn which foundational skills can be strengthened through gaming.Discover strategies for using games to support classroom readiness and participation.Gain practical ideas that can be applied at home, in therapy, and in educational settings. ©  #VPCLive Event Production & Template Copyright VPC 2026 The materials presented throughout this entire event are copyrighted to their respective owners with all rights reserved. To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey89vpc  ~About the VPC~  Building Informed Confident Parents Celebrating 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria.  In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation. VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally – an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email vicpc@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au and we will send you an on-demand copy of the episode.

  3. Aug 24

    Ep88 #VPCLive - Victorian Pathways Certificate and VET

    To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience.   Please fill out our 90 second survey at  http://bit.ly/survey88vpc  This #VPCLive Episode 88 event was recorded on Wednesday 18 August 2026. Delivered by the Department of Education and the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority.

  4. Aug 24

    Ep87 #VPCLive VCE Vocational Major and VCE VET

    To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience.   Please fill out our 90 second survey at  http://bit.ly/survey87vpc   This #VPCLive Episode 87 event was recorded on Tuesday 17 August 2026. Delivered by the Department of Education and the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority.

  5. Jul 26

    Ep86 #VPCLive Event - Dancing in the Kitchen: Music & Play for Calmer School Mornings

    Ep86 #VPCLive Event - Dancing in the Kitchen: Music & Play for Calmer School Mornings with Julie Murray - Sounds Like To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey86vpc  Make School Mornings Calmer and More Connected!  Do your school mornings feel like a whirlwind of stress, resistance, or chaos? What if you could transform them into moments of calm, connection, and even joy? Join us for a recording of this practical on-demand webinar with Julie Murray from Sounds Like This to discover how music and play can turn tricky transitions — like getting out the door or saying goodbye — into smoother, happier experiences.   Recorded Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026 What You’ll Learn:  How to replace morning meltdowns with calm collaboration.Insights into your child’s behaviour through the lens of the nervous system.Simple, playful strategies (no musical talent required!) to create smoother, more joyful mornings. This session is perfect for parents and carers who want to turn morning chaos into connection and teamwork. Also fantastic for educators! ~About the VPC~  * Building Informed Confident Parents  * Celebrating More Than 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation  Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria. In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation.  VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally - an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email events@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au

  6. 11/23/2025

    Ep85 #VPCLive - Why Social Smarts Matter for Every Child with Evelyn M. Field OAM FAPS

    To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey85vpc ~About the VPC~  * Building Informed Confident Parents  * Celebrating More Than 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation  Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria. In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation.  VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally – an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email vicpc@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au and we will send you an on-demand copy of the episode.

  7. 11/15/2025

    Ep82 #VPCLive Event Press B to Belong - Inclusive Gaming Groups in Schools - A/P Matt Harrison - Melbourne University

    To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey82vpc ~About the VPC~  * Building Informed Confident Parents  * Celebrating More Than 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation  Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria. In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation.  VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally – an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email vicpc@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au and we will send you an on-demand copy of the episode.

  8. 11/14/2025

    Ep84 #VPCLive Event. Supporting girls and women to feel safe when playing online - Jess Rowlings - Melbourne University

    To make it possible to bring you so many great events, our funding requires us to ask you a few questions about your experience. Please complete our 90 Seconds Survey for this #VPCLive Event at bit.ly/survey84vpc ~About the VPC~  * Building Informed Confident Parents  * Celebrating More Than 65 Years Of Service as a non-profit organisation  Established in 1959, VPC was originally known as the Parents and Friends Federation of Victoria. The parents of Catholic school children decided to act to empower school-going children and their parents and created what is now called VPC. We have come a long way and are now the most vibrant online community for parents of school aged children in Victoria. In 2024 VPC celebrated 65 Years of Service as a non-profit organisation.  VPC is a registered charity dedicated to everyone who supports Parents educating children. Being online has expanded our service to accommodate parents in Victoria, Australia and even globally – an exciting change, congratulations and thank you for expanding our ability to serve. https://www.vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au  On-Demand video presentations of our podcasts are available on request - for a small fee - to cover our running costs. If you can’t see the episode you want over at https://vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events/ - then please email vicpc@vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au and we will send you an on-demand copy of the episode.

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