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Reminders

200 years of Catholic education website

The 200 years of Catholic education website provides information and resources for schools and diocesan communities to support the celebrations throughout 2021. The interactive website invites contributions from those involved in Catholic education, with opportunities to add further  photos, events and resources. Individuals can share their own story or reflection of their involvement in Catholic education. Learn more via the200 Years website.

DESE_inital_teaching_survey.jpgQuality Initial Teacher Review Surveys 
The Quality Initial Teacher Education Review is an Australian Government’s ambition to lift Australian school standards and prepare initial teacher education students to be effective teachers. Two surveys are now open for Year 11 and 12 students, and for anyone else interested in sharing their views and ideas. Both surveys are open until 28 July here. 

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National Science Week 2021
National Science Week is being held from 14 - 22 August, with in-person and online events, virtual tours and DIY science. The festival is proudly supported by the Australian Government; partners CSIRO, the Australian Science Teachers Association and the ABC. Free resources and event information is available via the National Science Week website. Read more here. 

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Scan is a peer refereed online journal offering articles about quality learning, teaching ideas, research and emerging trends delivered by the NSW Department of Education. This free professional learning resource is created for all teachers foundation to Year 12. Subscribe here. 

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The Good Oil 2021 Writers’ Award

The Good Oil 2021 Writers’ Award is an initiative of theSisters of the Good Samaritan. The award aims to support and encourage the development of emerging and published writers. The theme is 'inclusivity' which is embodied in the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Lk 10:25-37). Entry is free and is open until 22 August here.

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"Come and See" school resources 
On Sunday 9 May the Church in Australia celebrated World Communications Day, with the theme "Come and See”. A number of resources for schools have been created, which can be utilised including A4 and A3 documents for use in school bulletins or noticeboards and social media collateral. More resources will be added to the page in the coming weeks. Access resources here.

ALive in spirit.pngThe 'Alive in the Spirit' Virtual Platform 

The 'Alive in the Spirit' is a virtual platform that offers a range of Australian-sourced keynote addresses, workshops, prayer and worship spaces and interactions with an array of Catholic organisations offering services and networking opportunities. Organisers are committed to ease of access, so the whole site can be experienced for six months for only $40. Read more here.  

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The October Socktober program run by Catholic Mission aims to engage Catholic school students’ heads, hearts, and hands in key issues of mission and social justice through the world game of soccer. Students are encouraged to 'kick goals for kids in need', which features a six-module journey of learning and formation, packed with activities and resources. Register via the Socktober website here. 

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Keeping our kids safe resources 

The Australian Government's National Office for Child Safety has worked in partnership with SNAICC - National Voice for our Children and the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency, to create the Keeping Our Kids Safe resources. These resources were designed to help organisations deliver their work in a way where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and communities know and feel that their culture and identity are respected. Read more.