Compass is focused on leader formation, where God’s vision for life is explored, and where a biblical imagination is fostered. Students are immersed in the Biblical story and encouraged to grapple with the culture in which we live.
At Compass we talk a lot about story. The stories that shape us. The stories we live out of. We don’t jump straight to the “how to” of leadership. We start with the premise that we live and lead out of story.
Our hope is that as students are soaked in the Biblical story and its vision for life, and as they consider how they are invited to participate in God’s unfolding story, that they might be inspired in their leadership at school and the opportunities they have across their lifetime.
That they may become leaders who: Know the Gospel; Know their Culture; and who have the ability to engage with culture to bring life, creativity and blessing to our world.”
This in-person event, hosted by Grace Christian School, is for your 2027 Secondary student leaders.
Event Information
This is a full day conference for student leaders going into years 11 and 12 in 2027. The venue is yet to be confirmed.
The cost of the event is $110 +GST, per student, $110+GST per staff, from CSA member schools and $130 +GST, per student, for students from non-member schools. The registration costs include all materials, morning tea and lunch. You will be given an option to note special dietary requirements on registration.
How to register
Program Outline
The day commences at 9.00am and ends at 2.00pm.
- 8.45am - Registration
- 9.00am - Welcome and Introductions
- 9.30am - Session 1 Leadership Reframed
- 10.00am - Session 2 Culture: The Power of Story
- 10.45am - Morning Tea
- 11.00am - Session 3 Gospel: The Bible Story
- 12.15pm - Lunch
- 1.00pm - Session 4 Human: Made in God's image
- 1.30pm - Session 5 Shalom: Listen, imagine, create
- 2.00pm - Prayer and Close
Please note this program is subject to change
Speaker
Mark Ryan, Executive Office, SA, Christian Schools Australia
Mark has a background in both education and theology and has a passion for exploring the intersection of faith and culture. After beginning his career as a PE teacher, he went on to study theology and ministry at Morling College in Sydney and has since completed a Master of Educational Leadership. Mark lives in Adelaide with his wife and three children, loves all things sport, and cycling through the beautiful Adelaide hills. Mark has worked as a pastor, teacher, and Assistant Principal, and is currently an Executive Officer for Christian Schools Australia. At a national level, he is invested in the formation of students and staff in CSA schools. Mark has been involved with the work of Compass for the last 15 years, and he loves to see student leaders gather each year, explore the Biblical story, and be inspired to lead according to the pattern of Jesus – living as God’s image for the sake of others and for the whole of God’s creation
This event is hosted by Lynne Nixon, Executive Officer, WA
Qualify for CPD Hours
This event is a student event, so does not qualify for CPD hours.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made in writing to the Event Organiser. Unfortunately, no refunds will be issued after 7 days out from the event. Any cancellations made after this date will be charged the full registration fee. 'No Shows' to the event will be charged the full registration fee.
Please note that registration fees do not include insurance to cover loss of any fees/deposit through cancellation of your participation in the event or through cancellation of the event itself. A full refund will be issued if the event is cancelled by the organiser (CSA) due to any reasons out of the organisers control.
The event program is subject to change and we may not be able to provide prior notice.
Please note that some sessions of this event may be filmed or photographed and there is potential for you to be in the vision of the camera. Your registration is consent that your image may be used for promotional or editorial purposes.