Meet the Markers Conference 2026
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) – Complimentary Online Workshops
As part of the Meet the Markers (MTM) 2026 program, the Science Teachers Association of NSW is pleased to offer a series of complimentary live online workshops delivered by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
We sincerely thank NESA for their ongoing support of MTM and for the generosity of their Liaison Officers, who are giving their time and expertise to support NSW science teachers through these additional professional learning opportunities.
These sessions are designed to complement the MTM exam analysis workshops and the in-person MTM Extended Program on 20 March 2026, providing practical guidance aligned with NSW assessment and reporting requirements.
Session Delivery
- Three separate dates
- Two sessions running concurrently each afternoon
- Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
- Format: Live virtual (not recorded)
Please note: These sessions are available for live participation only. Teachers are encouraged to take advantage of this offering when registering for one or more MTM sessions or the MTM live day.
Session Option 1
Determining Grades Using a Standards-referenced Approach
Combined Regions | Live Virtual
Participants will:
- strengthen their understanding of the standards-referenced framework that underpins curriculum development, assessment and reporting in NSW
- refine their skills in determining grades using a standards-referenced approach
- engage in collegial discussion to support consistent and transparent grade allocation processes within schools
Accreditation:
Completion of this session contributes 1 hour of NESA PD in the priority area Delivery & Assessment of NSW Curriculum / EYLF, addressing Standard Descriptor 5.1.2 of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
Session Option 2
Effective Practices for Stage 6 Assessment
Combined Regions | Live Virtual
Participants will:
- develop a clear understanding of effective Stage 6 assessment practices within a standards-referenced framework
- reflect on and evaluate current assessment practices and procedures within their school context
Accreditation:
Completion of this session contributes 1 hour of NESA Accredited PD in the priority area Delivery & Assessment of NSW Curriculum / EYLF, addressing Standard Descriptor 5.1.2 of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
Both sessions will be repeated across all three dates.
Important Information
- Registered participants will receive a Teams invitation from a NESA Liaison Officer closer to the session date.
- Please note that clicking the Teams link may automatically move the email into your Outlook calendar. If unfamiliar with this process, you may prefer to leave the email in your inbox and click “Join the meeting” shortly before the session.
- Please check your Spam/Junk folder if the invitation does not appear.
- For session-specific enquiries, contact details for the NESA presenter will be provided in the RSVP information.
Pre-registration is required. Registrations close one day prior to each session.
| Date | NESA Session Option 1 | NESA Session Option 2 | Registration Close Date |
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Mon 9 March, 3:30pm – 4:30pm |
Determining Grades Using a Standards-referenced Approach, with Erinn Roberts |
Effective Practices for Stage 6 Assessment, with Heidi O’Brien |
Fri 6 March |
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Tue 10 March, 3:30pm – 4:30pm |
Determining Grades Using a Standards-referenced Approach, with Christine Keys |
Effective Practices for Stage 6 Assessment, with Heidi O’Brien |
Mon 9 March |
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Fri 13 March, 3:30pm – 4:30pm |
Determining Grades Using a Standards-referenced Approach, with Wendy Murphy |
Effective Practices for Stage 6 Assessment, with Christine Keys |
Thu 12 March |
Christine Keys, Heidi O’Brien, Wendy Murphy and Erinn Roberts are experienced educators with an extensive background teaching and leading in secondary schools. As one of eight NESA Liaison Officers across the state, they support schools and teachers by providing guidance on NESA policies and procedures, delivering professional learning aligned with NESA priorities, and assisting with HSC student support services, including the HSC Inquiry Line.