Join Family Week Celebrations 8 - 14 August
Family Week will be held from 8 - 14 August 2021 and is an opportunity for Catholic school communities to celebrate the important role of families in Catholic education in Australia.
Family Week recognises the significant contribution families have made to the foundation, growth and continuity of Catholic schools in Australia over 200 years.
The week also coincides with the Feast Day of Australia’s First Saint, Mary MacKillop, who was a passionate educator and advocate for children and families.
Schools may choose to hold a variety of local celebrations and activities, for example, a family Mass, assembly or picnic. Or if an in-person event is not possible, a school might decide to send out the family prayer card to families or use some of the student activities and resources provided.
Resources available via the 200 years website:
- Family Prayer Card - Generic version PDF & Customisable version MS Word
- Family Week - Suggested Events and Activities
- Newsletter Message template
- Draw your family colouring page
- St Mary MacKillop colouring page
Above: Sacred Heart in The Kimberley. Photo by Matt Biocich, Catholic Education Western Australia.