Advancement Academy: We Can’t Wait to Welcome You!

NOW ONLY DAYS AWAY!

The educate+ team are delighted to have you join us on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 October, at Kellett School, Hong Kong, for what promises to be an inspiring and impactful Advancement Academy.

The specially curated modules, relevant to Advancement professionals across Asia, brings together thought leaders and sector experts to explore key themes, share innovative practices and inspire meaningful conversations.

Alongside the five concurrent Courses, the Academy offers valuable opportunities to network, connect with peers and build new professional relationships.

Thank you to the dedicated Advancement Academy team, whose vision and hard work have made this event possible. We wish all Delegates a rewarding experience and every success as you take part in this invaluable training experience.

This eNewsletter contains information you need to know to ensure the Academy is an amazing experience for you! We hope that it is helpful for you and provides the details you need. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

See you in just a few days!

Go well,

Mandy McFarland
Chief Executive Officer
Educate+
e: mandy@educateplus.org

The Place to Be!

Following is some important information you need to know before you go.

DATE

Thursday 15 & Friday 16 October, 2026

Note: The Leadership 1-Day program option is just Thursday 15 October. 1-Day Delegates are welcome to stay for Networking drinks)

VENUE

Kellett School Kowloon Bay Campus
7 Lam Hing Street,
Kowloon Bay, Kowloon

GETTING THERE

• Travel by Public Transport / Taxis are recommended
• Kellett School is accessible by MTR (subway) to Kowloon Bay Station (10 Minute walk to the School)
• Buses that come past Kellett School, from HK Island:
  • 608 – From Shau Kei Wan/Quarry Bay/North Point. Get off Lam Wah Street stop.
  • 101/101X – From Kennedy Town/Sai Ying Pun/Sheung Wan. Get off Kai Fuk Road stop.
  • 107 – From Wah Kwai Estate/Aberdeen/Canal Road/ TSTE/ Ma Tau Wai/Kowloon City/Prince Edward Road East. Get off Skyline Tower stop.
• Buses that come past Kellett School, from Kowloon:

  • 13X or 213X– From Tsim Sha Tsui East. Get off Kai Tak Tunnel BBI – Kai Shing Street or Skyline Tower or HK Auxiliary Police Force HQ stops.

Note: There is no on-site guest parking available at Kellett School

SHUTTLE BUSES – IF YOU’RE STAYING AT THE DORSETT HOTEL

• Thursday 15 October AM – Departs Dorsett Hotel at 7.40am (to Kellett School)
• Thursday 15 October PM – Departs Kellett School at 7.45pm (to Dorsett Hotel)

• Friday 16 October AM – Departs Dorsett Hotel at 7.40am (to Kellett School)
• Friday 16 October PM – Departs Kellett School at 5.00pm (to Dorsett Hotel)

SAFEGUARDING CHECKS

As you will appreciate, the safety and security of students is a priority for all schools.

Please assist the Kellett School team by completing the form at this LINK, printing it and bringing it with you to registration on day one.

UPON ARRIVAL

Head directly to the educate+ Registration Desk, which is on the first floor. (Make sure you have completed the above Safeguarding Check form.)

SESSION ROOMS

First Floor:

• Registration Area
• Plenary Session
• Refreshment Area

Third Floor:  

• Admissions (Rooms 1 & 2 – Examinations Suite)
• Alumni & Community Engagement (Room 3209)
• Fundraising (Room 3210)
• Marketing & Communications (Learning Centre)
• Leadership (Room 3 – Professional Development Room)

Registration Desk and Checking In

CHECK-IN LOCATION:

The Advancement Academy Registration Desk is located on the First Floor

DELEGATE CHECK-IN TIMES:

Please check-in at the Academy Registration Desk, which is open on Thursday 15 & Friday 16 October, from 8.00am – 8.30am. 

• Collect your Lanyard & Name Badge
• Collect your Training Workbook
• Tea & Coffee will be available upon arrival (near the Registration Desk) and throughout the day in the Senior School 2nd Floor Atrium.

DELEGATE EVENT TIMES:

• Start / Welcome: 8.30am (Thursday & Friday)
• Session Conclusion: 4.45pm (Thursday & Friday)
• School Tour (Optional): 5.00pm-6.00pm (Thursday)
• Networking Drinks: 6.00pm-7.30pm (Thursday)

The Final Program & Social Information

THE ADVANCEMENT ACADEMY TRAINING CONSISTS OF:

Five concurrent Advancement Courses:

• Admissions
• Alumni & Community Engagement
• Fundraising
• Marketing & Communications
• Leadership

The following courses are 2-Days, and contain a total of 8 learning modules spread over the 2 Days:

• Admissions, Alumni & Community Engagement, Fundraising, Marketing & Communications.

The following course is 1-Day, and contains a total of 4 learning modules:

• Leadership
• (Note: Leadership Delegates can opt to continue learning on Day 2, by registering to attend the 2nd day of any of the 2-Day Courses)

To access the final Programs, click below:

• View Admissions Program
• View Alumni & Community Engagement Program
• View Fundraising Program
• View Marketing & Communications Program
• View Leadership Program

SOCIAL PROGRAM

At the conclusion of the first day, the following will occur:

• 5.00pm-6.00pm School Tour (Optional)
• 6.00pm-7.30pm Networking Drinks

If you are joining the School Tour, please meet Dominique McNeill (Tour Leader) in the Registration area at 5.00pm.

Delegates not wishing to do the Tour are welcome to remain in the Atrium.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

If you did not provide your Dietary requirements at the time of Registration, please email Josie@educateplus.org to make sure the Academy organisers are aware of your needs

SPONSORS

We are thrilled to be welcoming 5 Sponsors to the Academy this year. The Sponsors will be in the Marketplace area in the 2nd floor Atrium (where catering/meals will be served), and we encourage all Delegates to visit the Sponsors to see whether they can assist with any challenges you have or solutions you need. 

We ask that you please consider supporting them, so that in turn, they can continue to support us. 

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS

		ADMISSIONS SPONSOR Digistorm
		ALUMNI & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPONSOR ToucanTech
		FUNDRAISING SPONSOR Marts&Lundy
		MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPONSOR SchoolHouse Agency
		LEADERSHIP SPONSOR Richmond & Associates
		VENUE & NETWORKING SPONSOR Kellett School

General Information

WIFI ACCESS AND CONNECTIVITY

Kellett School WiFi details will be available upon arrival.

CONTACT INFORMATION

• For Academy related enquiries, please visit the Academy Registration Desk
• If the Academy Registration Desk is unattended, the onsite educate+ Events team can be reached via:
  • Email: tina@educateplus.org
  • Phone: +61 405 678 710
• For Kellett School / Site enquiries, please contact Tessa Bull, tbull@kellettschool.com

DRESS CODE

Course Modules & Networking Drinks: Smart Casual / Business Attire

SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS

The Speaker Presentations (where permission has been granted) will be made available to Delegates after the conclusion of the Training.

FEEDBACK

We’d love to know what you think about the Sessions and overall Advancement Academy organisation. Therefore, at the conclusion of the Academy, an in-depth Feedback Survey will be emailed to all Delegates. Please take the time to provide us with your valuable feedback, as it will help to shape the planning of our future Advancement Academies and Professional Development Events.

LOST AND FOUND

If you find any item that someone may have lost, please take it to the Academy Registration Desk. Similarly, if you lose something, make sure to check to see if it’s been handed in at the Desk.

FIRST AID INFORMATION

Should you need access to First Aid, please visit the Academy Registration Desk.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

Should you need accessibility assistance, please visit the Academy Registration Desk.

Making the Most of It

For an ACADEMY Experience that’s Smooth Sailing …

1. Familiarise yourself with the Advancement Academy Program before you get to the venue.
2. Make notes, take photos, access the materials that are available to download … and do it while you’re there. It’s so easy to forget those great ideas that inspired you during a Session, once you’re back at the office.
3. At the end of each Session, highlight three things that you’re going to act on.
4. Wear comfy shoes! (Your feet will thank us later for this one!)

Code of Conduct

Positive Duty – Creating a Safe & Respectful Event

Educate+ is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all Delegates, Staff and Sponsors.

If you see or experience something concerning, please report it confidentially to an Event organiser at the Registration Desk.

Let’s work together to create a positive, safe and welcoming environment for everyone!

Professional Conduct Review and Ethics Committee

Educate+ maintains high standards of ethics and practice for its members, supporters, Sponsors and Partners. Each must observe the Code of Ethics and Conduct, and educate+ enforces these codes, where necessary, by cautions or warnings, or by suspending or withdrawing membership rights and privileges.

Educate+ has a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of discrimination and any instances of discriminatory comments or actions will be addressed promptly and appropriately, in accordance with our Code of Conduct. We recognise that members may hold diverse perspectives, but our priority is to ensure that any expressions of support or viewpoints are conveyed respectfully and do not infringe on the rights or safety of others. We encourage open dialogue but will not tolerate hate speech, incitement or any form of harassment.

The Board deals with issues relating to the Code of Conduct and any complaints about the behaviour of a member, sponsor, supporter or partner of Educate+ may be made to either the Chapter of which that person is a member or to the Board, through the CEO.

To access the full statement, CLICK HERE

Photography / Videography

Photographs and Videos will be taken throughout the Academy (both official and candid) and some will be uploaded shortly thereafter to the Photo Gallery on the Educate Plus Website.

Some photos may also be used in Social Media posts, and/or used for promotional purposes. Your permission for this was given at the time of Registration.

Program Changes

Educate+ reserves the right to make last minute alterations to the Program or Speakers if necessary, to ensure the success of the event.

Cancellations

Educate+ is not responsible for any cancellation or change fees caused by airlines, hotels or travel agents.