The Art of Thinking Clearly
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 15 Sep 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Peregrine Joynt
How to spot thinking errors before they become poor decisions.
Focus: SMT's
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Focus Group Office Based Members: Navigating through dangerous areas
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 15 Sep 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Rudolf Baard
The Grievance Procedure for Office-based Members
Focus: Office Based Educators
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Rudolf Baard for more information
SAOU Gauteng: TUC Assessment for Learning (AfL)
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 16 Sept 2026, 08:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Venue: Laerskool Roodekrans, Roodepoort
Don’t just measure learning – use assessment to improve it! Assessment that makes learning happen!Make assessment about more than just marks and reporting. Discover practical strategies to check learners’ understanding, provide meaningful feedback and adapt your teaching purposefully – all to support better learning outcomes. Learn how to use Assessment for Learning intentionally in your classroom and transform assessment from a measurement tool into a powerful tool for learning.
Focus: Gr R - 12
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SAOU Gauteng: Fair or flawed? Navigating recruitment, shortlisting and employee remedies
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 16 Sep 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Gwendy Behr
Understanding fair interview and shortlisting processes, knowing the rights and remedies available to employees and navigating the dispute resolution process
Focus: All interested parties in Gauteng
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ecd Virtual Symposium:
Language Development: Building the Foundations for Literacy and Learning
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 16 Sep 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Ilouise Le Roux - Speech Language Therapist & Audiologist
Language development is the foundation of all learning and plays a vital role in children's literacy, communication, and academic success. This webinar explores the importance of strong language skills during the early years and how they support reading, writing, comprehension, and lifelong learning.
Focus: Pre-Primary 0 - 9 years
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ecd Virtual Symposium:
holistic School Readiness: Building Foundations for Learning
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 17 Sep 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Lindi Gericke Occupational Therapist
School readiness extends far beyond academic skills—it encompasses the development of the whole child. This webinar explores the key developmental areas that prepare children for a successful start to their school journey, including cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development.
Focus: Pre-Primary 0 - 9 years
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Focus Group Admin-Personnel: Like Clockwork
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 17 Sep 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Winay Els
Importance of administrative staff at an institution
Focus: Administrative personnel at schools
Contact
Winay Els for more information
SAOU Western-Cape Admin Day: Colour your rainbow
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 18 Sep 2026, 07:00 - 13:00
Cost: R590-00 SAOU-members | R690-00 Non-members
Venue: Protea Hotel, Technopark, Stellenbosch
Presenters: Illoïs de Goede, Esmé Eksteeen, Chrstoff Loubser, Heidi van der Merwe, Bibi
Join us in celebrating our dedicated secretaries and administrative staff with a special day of thanks, filled with colour.
Focus: Administrative personnel & School Secretaries
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SAOU Eastern Cape: Admin Pamper Day
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 18 Sep 2026, 08:00
Cost: R350-00 SAOU-members | R450-00 Non-members
Venue: Merryvale School
The demands of educational leadership can be overwhelming. This event provides intentional time for rest, relaxation, and self-care to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Focus: Administrative personnel
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SAOU Limpopo: TUC Assessment for Learning (AfL)
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 19 Sept 2026, 08:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Venue: Laerskool Koedoeskop, Doornfontein
Don’t just measure learning – use assessment to improve it! Assessment that makes learning happen!Make assessment about more than just marks and reporting. Discover practical strategies to check learners’ understanding, provide meaningful feedback and adapt your teaching purposefully – all to support better learning outcomes. Learn how to use Assessment for Learning intentionally in your classroom and transform assessment from a measurement tool into a powerful tool for learning.
Focus: Gr R - 12
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Online Training for Creative Arts, Performing Arts: Drama
Webinar
Presentation language: Afrikaans & Engels
Date & Time: 21 Sep 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Ronél Nel Korb
Guidance for teachers to present creative arts, performing arts in die drama field successful to learners.
Focus: All interested parties
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Learning. Caring. Growing
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 21 Sep 2026, 13:00 - 15:30
Cost: Free
Venue: Booysens Beertjies, Pretoria
Presenter: Nita Pieterse
This training on emotional regulation assist teachers to: Gain practical strategies to help children recognise, understand, and manage their emotions, leading to improved self-control, resilience, and positive relationships. Respond proactively to challenging behaviours, reduce classroom disruptions, and foster a safe, nurturing environment where children are ready to learn.
Focus: ECD 0 - 9 years
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KI-hulpmiddels vir Afrikaanse onderwysers
Webinar
Presentation language: Afrikaans
Date & Time: 21 Sep 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Anita Fourie
Unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence in the Afrikaans classroom. Discover practical AI tools that simplify lesson planning, stimulate creativity, support assessment, and save you valuable time.
Focus: Intersen
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Focus Group TVET: Rights and responsibilities
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 6 Oct 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Cynthia Farrel
Policies and Legislation
Focus: TVET Educators
Contact
Cynthia Farrell for more information
Wellness Symposium: Wellness Wednesday - Digital Awareness: Manage Screen Time and Notifications
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 7 Oct 2026, 14:00 - 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Prof Anke de Beer
Join our webinar on managing screen time and notifications to develop healthier digital habits, improve focus, and promote wellbeing.
Focus: All interested parties
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Wellness Symposium: Wellness Wednesday - Laughter and Happiness in the Workplace
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 7 Oct 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Lize Heyns
Join our webinar to discover how positivity and humour can strengthen the work environment and enhance wellbeing in the workplace.
Focus: All interested parties
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SAOU KZN: Visionary leadership - Building today the school of tomorrow
Presentation language: Afrikaans & English
Date & Time:
8 Oct 2026, 13:00 - 18:00
9 Oct 2026, 08:00 - 15:00
Cost: R1000-00 SAOU-members | R1300-00 Non-members
Venue: Protea Hotel Karridene Beach Hotel, Illovo
Presenters: Riaan vd Berg, D6, SNES, Marna Jordaan, Joyce Ras
The empowerment of school leaders in the areas of discipline, financial management, and the implementation of SNES.
Focus: SMT's of schools
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Focus Group School Governing Body Employees: New destination
Webinar
Presentation Language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 8 Oct 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Vernon Everse
Sufficient marketing through your CV.
Focus: School Governing Body employees
Contact
Ankia Bester for more information
Coding and Robotics with SIX BRICKS
Presentation Language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 9 Oct 2026, 13:00 - 17:30
Cost: Free
Venue: Laerskool Mooirivier, Potchefstroom
Presenter: Cornette Esterhuizen
This hands-on workshop is designed for Foundation Phase educators and focuses on integrating Coding And Robotics into everyday classroom practice in order to develop problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication skills.
Focus: Students
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Focus Group Students & Interns: New destination
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 13 Okt 2026, 15:00
Presenter: t.b.c.
SACE Registration, how to apply for posts & interviews and professionalism
Focus: Students & Interns in the education sector
Contact
Gwendy Behr for more information
Focus Group Workplace Representatives: Know the rules of the road
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 14 Oct 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Raynardt Botha
Service benefits (leave) & What is on you salary slip
Focus: SAOU Workplace Representatives
Contact
Raynardt Botha for more information
SAOU Mpumalanga: The Student Has Become the Master
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time:
15 Oct 12:00 - 19:00
16 Oct 08:00 - 13:00
Cost: R900-00 SAOU-members | R1400-00 Non-members
Venue: Boesies, Secunda
Presenters: Willemien Strydom, Willie vd Merwe, Danolien vd Berg, Nita Pieters, Adel Jacobs, Dems Nel, Ronica Thompson, Dr Swanepoel, Maryna Besseling, Liesl Rehbock, Morné Janson
Leading Schools with Purpose, Not Power”
If the student has become the master, then management must redefine what “mastery” actually means in leadership.
Focus: School Management
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SAOU Mpumalanga for more information
SAOU Free State: Chalk to Chair - Stepping into Educational Leadership (session 6)
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: R300-00 SAOU-members | R600-00 Non-members (for the whole series)
This is a series of 7 sessions - all virtual except the last session which will be a face-to-face event in Bloemfontein. Aimed at empowering Management, SMT's, Principals and Deputy Principals in various aspects of management.
Participants will leave with:
• A blueprint for leadership growth that is both personal and professional.
• Practical strategies they can implement immediately in their schools.
• Confidence in navigating challenges—from legal frameworks to staff morale.
• A renewed sense of purpose and balance, ensuring they lead with vision while sustaining their own well-being.
In short, this series equips school leaders not only to manage but to inspire, align, and transform their schools into thriving communities.
Session 6: From Burnout ot Balance:
Leading Well-being in Schools
- Supporting educators
- Strengthening leaners
- Creating sustainable school cultures
Focus: Management, SMT's, Principals & Deputy Principals
Contact
SAOU Free State for more information
SAOU Gauteng: TUC Assessment for Learning (AfL)
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 17 Oct 2026, 08:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Venue: Hoërskool Montana, Pretoria
Don’t just measure learning – use assessment to improve it! Assessment that makes learning happen!Make assessment about more than just marks and reporting. Discover practical strategies to check learners’ understanding, provide meaningful feedback and adapt your teaching purposefully – all to support better learning outcomes. Learn how to use Assessment for Learning intentionally in your classroom and transform assessment from a measurement tool into a powerful tool for learning.
Focus: Gr R - 12
Contact Professional Services for more information
Leesremediëring en Leesintervensie: Afrikaans HT en EAT (Gr 1 - 7)
Presentation language: Afrikaans
Date & Time: 17 Oct 2026, 08:00 - 15:00
Cost: Free SAOU-members | R100-00 Non-members
Venue: Laerskool Nylstroom, Modimolle
Presenter: Susan le Roux & Wouda Muller
The training focuses on the synthetic phonics approach to learning to read. The method has already been rolled out with great success in pilot schools in the Western Cape over the past three years. Since 2023, it has been implemented in all Grade 1 classes in the Western Cape.
Focus: All interested parties
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From overwhelmed to organised
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 19 Oct 2026, 13:30 - 16:00
Cost: Free SAOU-members | R100-00 Non-members
Venue: Laerskool Zeerust
Presenter: Mariska Steenkamp & Nita Pietersen
Practical strategies for effective time management in the classroom. Perception, Pencil & Paper: Motor-Perceptual Foundations for successful handwriting.
Focus: Foundation Phase
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Bullying Awareness in Schools
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2026, 15:00
Cost: Free
Presenter: Dr Serahni Symington
Join our webinar to identify, prevent, and address bullying while fostering a safe and supportive school environment.
Focus: All interested parties
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SAOU Limpopo: Build the teacher you’re becoming
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 24 Oct 2026, 08:00 - 16:00
Cost: R250-00 SAOU-members | R500-00 Non-members
Venue: L/S Pietersburg-Noord, Polokwane
Presenters: Dr Gillian Arendse , Dr Anke de Beer, Prof Carolina Botha, Danolien van den Berg, Ronica Thompson, Phillip Havenga
Limpopo Post level 1 and Student Empowerment
Build the teacher you’re becoming.
Equipping you to grow, adapt and lead in your classroom with confidence.
Focus: Post Level 1 and Students
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The teacher as therapeutic story teller
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 26 Oct 2026, 13:00 - 15:30
Cost: Free
Venue: Booysens Beertjies, Pretoria
Presenter: Nita Pieterse
The teacher as a therapeutic storyteller uses stories as a tool to nurture children's emotional, social, and psychological development, helping them feel understood, valued, and empowered.
Focus: ECD 0 - 9 years
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Focus Group Therapists: Preparation for a bright future for therapists
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 26 Oct 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Lindi Gericke
Empowering therapists with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact today and build a bright future for their clients tomorrow.
Focus: Therapists at schools
Contact
Ronica Thompson for more information
SAOU Norhern Cape: Lê die Grondslag reg
Presentation language Afrikaans
Date & Time: 27 Oct 2026, 12:30
Cost: Free SAOU-members | R100-00 Non-members
Venue: Laerskool Staats, Kimberley
Presenter: Ronica Thompson
Preschool education is of the utmost importance, as we frequently hear in the media. Laying a foundation that facilitates learning for children in the formal education phase is non-negotiable. The more teachers understand the preschool skills required to ensure success in the Foundation Phase and throughout the rest of a child's school career, the easier, more enjoyable, and more exciting teaching in the preschool phase becomes! Come and enjoy an exciting training session that can truly make a positive difference.
Focus: Early Childhood Practitioners and Educators (0–5 Years)
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My Child in a Digital World
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 27 Oct 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenters: Prof Anke de Beer & Hui-Mari Meyer
This webinar equips teachers and parents with practical guidance to set healthy boundaries, navigate social media and digital platforms and support young people safely in the digital world.
Focus: All interested parties
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SAOU Mpumalanga: The Student Has Become the Master - in conjunction with FEDSAS
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 29 Oct, 08:00 - 16:00
Cost: R500-00 SAOU-members | R800-00 Non-members
Venue: HTS Witbank
- Expectations of the Department
- Relationship between the Governing Body (GB) and SGB
- Personalities in the Staffroom
- Financial Directives
- AI in the School
- Staff Well-being
- Panel Discussion: “What I Don’t Know”
Focus: Newly appointed Principals and Deputy Principals (FEDSAS)
Contact
SAOU Mpumalanga for more information
Dopamine and the Brain
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 29 Oct 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenters: Eldred de Beer, Prof Anke de Beer en Hui-Mari Meyer
Dopamine plays a key role in motivation, pleasure and reward. Constant digital stimulation can disrupt this system, affecting focus, self-regulation and emotional balance. This webinar explains how dopamine works and why healthy digital habits matter.
Focus: All interested parties
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Focus Group Office Based Members: Know the rules of the road
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 3 Nov 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Rudolf Baard
The Disciplinary Procedure for Office-based Members
Focus: Office Based Educators
Contact
Rudolf Baard for more information
The Digital World and Study Skills - Learning Environment and Classroom Management
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 3 Nov 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenters: Hui-Marie Meyer & Jeanine van der Merwe
Discover how children think and learn in a changing world and gain practical strategies to teach with greater insight, empathy and purpose. Explore the responsible use of technology, effective classroom management, positive discipline and structured routines that create a safe, respectful and productive learning environment where every child can thrive.
Focus: All interested parties
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Focus Group TVET: Invigilation and assessment
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 3 Nov 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Cynthia Farrel
Understanding your rol
Focus: TVET Educators
Contact
Cynthia Farrell for more information
Sport is Simply the Vehicle for Building Your Child’s Character
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 5 Nov 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenters: Mornè Steyn, Jeanine van der Merwe & Hui-Mari Meyer
This webinar explores how sport, when approached appropriately, can develop character while supporting children’s overall well-being. It addresses the pressures of performance and perfectionism and provides practical guidance for parents, coaches and teachers to promote perseverance, teamwork, self-discipline and resilience—while creating a healthy sporting environment where children can grow, thrive and enjoy themselves.
Focus: All interested parties
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SAOU North West: Impact starts with you
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 5 - 6 Nov 2026, 07:30
Cost: R1200-00 SAOU-lede | R2000-00 Nie-lede
Venue: Konka Kampe, Rustenburg
Presenters: Dr L Swanepoel, Paul Sauer , Riaan van den Bergh, Minette Dempsey, Willie de Villiers, Prof Carolina Botha, Nikki Bush, Stephan Joubert, Lynette Beer, Phillip Havenga , GP van Rheede van Oudtshoorn, Adel Jacobs
Rediscover your passion for leadership and return ready to make an impact! Inspiration, empowerment and practical guidance for school management teams and educational leaders.
Focus: SMT's & Upcoming leaders
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The Impact of Screens and Social Media on Critical Thinking
Webinar
Presentation language: English & Afrikaans
Date & Time: 10 Nov 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: Free
Presenters: Somaria Seegers, Hui-Mari Meyer, Jeanine van der Merwe
This webinar explores how screen and social media exposure can affect children’s concentration, memory, language processing and critical thinking, with a focus on Mathematics and Language learning. Participants will gain practical strategies to manage screen habits, strengthen study skills and help children develop deeper, more independent and critical thinking in a digitally distracted world.
Focus: All interested parties
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SAOU Free State: Chalk to Chair - Stepping into Educational Leadership (session 7)
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 11 Nov 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
Cost: R300-00 SAOU-members | R600-00 Non-members (for the whole series)
Venue: Sentraal HS, Byekorf, Bloemfontein
This is a series of 7 sessions - all virtual except the last session which will be a face-to-face event in Bloemfontein. Aimed at empowering Management, SMT's, Principals and Deputy Principals in various aspects of management.
Participants will leave with:
• A blueprint for leadership growth that is both personal and professional.
• Practical strategies they can implement immediately in their schools.
• Confidence in navigating challenges—from legal frameworks to staff morale.
• A renewed sense of purpose and balance, ensuring they lead with vision while sustaining their own well-being.
In short, this series equips school leaders not only to manage but to inspire, align, and transform their schools into thriving communities.
Session 7: Beyond the Title
Becoming an outstanding Principal
Focus: Management, SMT's, Principals & Deputy Principals
Contact
SAOU Free State for more information
Focus Group Admin-Personnel: Rights and responsibilities
Webinar
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 26 Nov 2026, 15:00
Presenter: Winay Els
Policies and Legislation
Focus: Administrative personnel at schools
Contact
Winay Els for more information
Childhood Trauma: Guidelines for Support and Healing
Presentation language: English
Date & Time: 30 Nov 2026, 13:00 - 15:30
Cost: Free
Venue: Booysens Beertjies, Pretoria
Presenter: Nita Pieterse
Understanding Childhood Trauma – What trauma is and how it affects children. Recognising the Signs – Emotional, behavioural, and physical indicators. The Brain and Trauma – How trauma impacts learning and development. Trauma-Informed Classrooms – Creating safe, supportive learning environments.
Focus: ECD 0 - 9 years
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