EMMAUS awards: Nominate your worthy colleagues
The Emmaus Awards are a very rich part of the culture of Catholic schools. They enhance our culture of recognition.
Digging the danceathon
The principal of St Joseph's Primary School, Wingham, revealed herself as a dancing queen to an audience of zealous students last week.
Reading between the lines suggests good sleep and humour
“Curious Creatures and Wild Minds” took over St Joseph’s Primary School, Merewether, recently as we celebrated Book Week. As a curious bunch of staff and students whose minds are nourished by what we read, we consider this particular week to be a highlight of the year.
Common cents prevails
The families and community of Holy Name Primary, Forster, offered wonderful support to the school’s “5c Friday” and “beeswax wrap” initiatives in Term 3. Parish priest Fr Greg Barker shared the fundraising duties and received much donated spare change as well.
St Bede's Virtual Showcase
This year, the St Bede's Creative and Performing Arts team have had to think creatively when exhibiting student works and presenting performances.
Journey to tolerance
To celebrate World Teachers Day, the Catholic Schools Office shares some personal reflections from those working in our system. These stories highlight the positive impacts of a Catholic education – its influence on the careers of the contributors, and the profound effect for future generations.
Reality relished in rural retreat
Best friends Naomi Rodwell and Sammie Love used to spend their lunchtimes playing “schools” at St Joseph's Primary in East Maitland.
Nurturing experience
To celebrate World Teachers Day, the Catholic Schools Office shares some personal reflections from those working in our system. These stories highlight the positive impacts of a Catholic education – its influence on the careers of the contributors, and the profound effect for future generations.