VCE VM and VPC Communities of Practice
In 2025, the VCE VM and VPC Communities of Practice (CoPs) will continue to provide new resources and professional connections to support schools and teachers in delivering the VCE VM and VPC programs.
- CoPs will meet both in person and online, offering a range of opportunities to engage with colleagues.
- Meetings will address the specific needs of the CoP groups as well as important information from the VCAA.
- CoP leaders will support the strengthening of teaching and learning practices through the Continuous Improvement Cycle.
Join Today
Join your local CoP now to be part of a supportive network of educators. Whether you are refining your curriculum, sharing innovative teaching strategies or connecting with other educators, the CoPs offer an invaluable opportunity for professional development.
Sign up to become a CoP member.
For further information contact VCAA.CoP@education.vic.gov.au.
Meeting dates and agendas
CoP meetings will be held twice a term, rotating between face-to-face and online formats to cater to the needs of all members.
Please note: meeting dates may be subject to change throughout the year.
| Meeting | Content |
|---|---|
| Term 1 Face to Face | Setting up a collaborative approach in your CoPWhere to find support resourcesIntroduction to the CoP Continuous Improvement CycleCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 1 Online | Continuous Improvement Cycle Phase 1: Evaluate and diagnose – Reflection and needs assessmentCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 2 Face to Face | Audit updateReading and interpreting VASS reportsAssessment and moderationCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 2 Online | Continuous Improvement Cycle Phase 2: Prioritise and set goals – define actions and focus areasIntroduction to the CoP Continuous Improvement CycleCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 3 Face to Face | Assessment – deciding an S or NAssessment and moderationStudent Achievement ProfileCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 3 Online | Continuous Improvement Cycle Phase 3: Development implement strategies – action and collaborationCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 4 Face to Face | Finishing the year in the VCE VM and VPCCelebrating student achievementCoP showcaseCoP specific updates and activities |
| Term 4 Online | Continuous Improvement Cycle Phase 4: Review and reflect – evaluate progress and set new directionCoP specific updates and activities |
Meeting Dates 2025
| Community of Practice | Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barwon | Face to Face – 27 March Online – 13 March | Face to Face – 1 May Face to Face – 26 June | Face to Face – 24 July Online – 7 August Online – 21 August | Face to Face – 30 October Online – 27 November |
| Bayside & Peninsula | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 27 March | Face to Face – 21 May Online – 19 June | Face to Face – 20 August Online – 11 September | Face to Face – 26 November Online – 20 October |
| Brimbank Melton | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 26 March | Face to Face – 11 June Online – 8 May | Face to Face – 13 August Online – 4 September | Face to Face – 13 November Online – 15 October |
| Central Highlands | Face to Face – 13 March Online – 25 March | Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc | Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc | Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc |
| Inner Eastern Melbourne | Face to Face – 26 March Online – 12 March | Face to Face – 4 June Online – 5 June | Face to Face – 27 August Online –13 August | Face to Face – 22 October Online – 19 November |
| North Eastern Melbourne | Face to Face – 26 March Online – 12 March | Face to Face – 4 June Online – 5 June | Face to Face – 27 August
| Face to Face – 22 October
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| Outer Eastern Melbourne | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 27 March Online – 3 April | Face to Face – 29 May Online – 10 June | Face to Face – 5 August Online – 25 August | Face to Face – 21 October Online – 17 November |
| Inner Gippsland | Face to Face – 24 March Online – 6 March | Face to Face – 5 June Online - tbc | Face to Face – 4 September Online - tbc | Face to Face – 6 November Online - tbc |
| Outer Gippsland | Face to Face – 11 March Online - 1 April | Face to Face – 4 June Online - tbc | Face to Face – 3 September Online - tbc | Face to Face – tbc Online – 5 November |
| Goulburn | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 3 April | Face to Face – 5 June Online – 24 June | Face to Face – tbc Online – 10 September | Face to Face – 5 November Online – 4 December |
| Hume Merri-Bek | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 26 March | Face to Face – 11 June Online – 8 May | F Face to Face – 13 August Online – 4 September | Face to Face – 13 November Online – 15 October |
| Loddon Campaspe | Online– 1 April Online – 25 February | Face to Face – 19 June Online – 21 May | Online – 7 August Online – 9 September | Face to Face – 19 November Online – 15 October |
| Mallee | Online– 1 April Online – 25 February | Face to Face – 19 June Online – 21 May | Online – 7 August Online – 9 September | Face to Face – 19 November Online – 15 October |
| Ovens Murray | Face to Face – 12 March Online – 3 April | Face to Face – 5 June Online – 24 June | Face to Face – tbc Online – 10 September | Face to Face – 5 November Online – 4 December |
| Southern Melbourne | Face to Face – 17 March Online – 27 March | Face to Face – 13 May Online – 19 June | Face to Face – 13 August Online – 11 September | Face to Face – 20 November Online – 30 October |
| Western Melbourne |
Online – 19 March | Face to Face – 3 July Online – 1 May | Face to Face – 8 August Online – 4 September | Face to Face – 18 November Online – Mid December |
| Wimmera & South-West | Face to Face – 27 March
| Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc | Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc | Face to Face – tbc Online - tbc |
| Flexible and Non-School Providers | Face to Face – Online – 12 March | Face to Face – 24 April Online – 20 May | Online – 6 August Online – 4 September | Face to Face – 10 October Online - |
| Specialist Schools & Providers | Face to Face – 25 March Online – 25 February | Face to Face – 1 May Online – 25 June | Face to Face – 4 September Online – 24 July | Face to Face – 6 November Online – 9 October |