Teaching Impact Fellowship: Information Sessions
To support applicants with their Teaching Impact Fellowship 2026 applications and answer any questions, the Academy Fellowships team are holding several information sessions for both teacher applicants and principals.
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The Academy Fellowships team will host a series of information sessions for teachers and principals to provide guidance and support with the Teaching Impact Fellowship 2026 application process.
To be eligible for a Teaching Impact Fellowship, you must:
- have graduated or be on track to graduate from the Teaching Excellence Program or be a former Expert Teacher in Residence (previously known as Master Teacher)
- have the endorsement and ongoing support of your principal
- have full teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
- be in a teaching role at the same Victorian school (full-time or part-time) at the time of the application and throughout the fellowship
- not previously been the recipient of an Academy fellowship.
Teacher information sessions
This session will cover general program information and the application and selection process.
| Date | Time | Registration link |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 25 Aug 2025 | 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 28 Aug 2025 | 8.30 am – 9.00 am | Register here |
| Thursday 28 Aug 2025 | 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 18 Sep 2025 | 8.30 am – 9.00 am | Register here |
| Thursday 18 Sep 2025 | 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm | Register here |
Principal information sessions
This session is specifically for principals to gain general information about the program requirements and its benefits to your school. It is also an opportunity for principals to ask questions.
| Date | Time | Registration link |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 26 Aug 2025 | 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm | Register here |
| Tuesday 7 Oct 2025 | 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm | Register here |
Fees and financial support
| Government school | Non-government school | |
|---|---|---|
| Fee per participant | Fully Subsidised | Fully Subsidised |
The Teaching Impact Fellowship is fully subsidised by the Department of Education for Victorian government, Catholic and independent school teachers.
