Call for ideas for Jacqueline Wilson event

Teachers can submit ideas for a conference on the award-winning children’s writer Jacqueline Wilson, at the University of Central Lancashire, October 2011, by November 30. For details: www.uclan.ac.ukceth.

Astronomical prize for space enthusiasts

The UK Space Agency has launched a new round of awards for projects aiming to raise awareness of the country’s space programme and inspire the next generation of scientists. The Space for All programme has a fund of #163;35,000, with awards of up to #163;5,000 for individual projects. Previous winning schemes include competitions to design a space settlement and to dream up a digital space adventure. Closing date for applications is October 1. For details: www.ukspaceagency.bis.gov.uk.

Discuss RE teaching in the next decade

The 10th annual St Gabriel’s RE teacher event takes place at Wokefield Park, Reading, on October 16-17, organised by educational charity Culham Institute. For details: www.culham.ac.uksgweekend.