The people and stories shaping education
Beyond the Canvas
Hosted by Regional Director Gemma McLean, Beyond the Canvas features honest, down-to-earth conversations with educators and changemakers in the education space. Each episode offers fresh ideas, real stories, and practical strategies to use at your own institution.
Meet our Season 1 Guests
Hunter School of the Performing Arts
Darren and his team have made Canvas the school’s digital home, streamlining systems and lifting expectations. Their approach is also laying the groundwork for more consistent, equitable learning across NSW.
The Anglican Schools Corporation
From early adoption to long-term impact, Glory has helped dozens of schools make Canvas part of everyday teaching. In her current role, she brings student feedback and practical insights to the table, raising the bar for digital learning across ASC’s network of schools.
Aoba-Japan International School
Jai is shaping more engaging, student-centred learning through game-based strategies and thoughtful use of gamification. By designing lessons that spark curiosity and lead to real ‘aha’ moments, he’s making learning more meaningful, both online and in the classroom.
Season 1 Guests Continued
Jen Walsh
After 20 years in the classroom, Jen knows what teachers need to feel confident using new technology. Now at Cidi Labs, she helps Canvas schools design better courses and support change in ways that genuinely work for teachers
Thomas Christiansen
Tom teaches maths and English and also leads digital learning at his school. He’s helped streamline course design across Canvas, reducing cognitive load, encouraging student independence, and giving teachers back valuable time.
Nikki Bonus
Motivated by lived experience, Nikki founded Life Skills GO to help schools better understand and support student wellbeing. Her platform blends evidence-based tools with real classroom insights, so no student slips through the cracks.
Your experts in education
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