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This week we explore the idea that prayer in our schools is not just a one-way street. What if students actually began to pray for you?
The documents state ‘And the students will learn that they must pray for their teachers. As they get older, they will come to appreciate the pain and the difficulties that teaching involves. They will pray that the educational gifts of their teachers may be more effective, that they may be comforted by success in their work, that grace may sustain their dedication and bring them peace in their work (The Religious Dimension of Education in a Catholic School 112)’.
We can do this by simply asking our young people; asking for prayer demonstrates humility; asking for prayer demonstrates that we as believe it matters; asking for prayer demonstrates that teachers value their students enough to carry their needs in their hearts.
Jesus always built intentional communities of prayer and relationships, there is no reason to think that he doesn’t intend the same for our schools.
To learn more click here.
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Chris Comerford has informed Fr Bing Monteagudo and the Catholic Schools Office of his decision to retire from teaching and the Principalship of St John’s College, Woodlawn at the end of the 2019 school year. Chris has been teaching since 1983 working in nine schools in four dioceses and has also spent time supporting the work of the Catholic Schools Office in the Diocese of Lismore.
We thank Chris for his contribution and wish him well in his retirement as he enters a new phase of life and taking opportunities outside of the school environment.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Michael Anderson has been appointed to the role of Purchasing Officer at the Catholic Schools Office (CSO) and will commence in mid-June 2019. Michael comes to us from Southern Cross University where he holds the position of Senior Procurement Officer.
Chloe Graham has resigned from her role as Administrative/Software Support Assistant with the CSO effective from 19 July 2019. Chloe is getting married and will be moving to Brisbane. We wish her all the very best for her future happiness.
Riki Wood has been appointed as Administrative/Software Support Assistant and will be starting at the CSO on 1 July 2019 to enable a handover from Chloe Graham. Riki has had a varied career in IT, administration and retail.
Take a sneak peak at this video to see what is in store for the Proclaim Lismore Staff events.
Reminders for the day:
- Arrive from 8:15 - 8:30 am
- Normal work standard of dress
- BYO drink bottles are encouraged
- Concluding by 3:30 pm
- Join the Proclaim Lismore Staff Facebook page
Refugee Week, which is held in June every year to coincide with World Refugee Day (20 June) is coordinated by the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA). The Refugee Council is the nation's peak body for refugees, people seeking asylum and their supporters.
Refugee Week 2019 is an incredible opportunity for organisations and companies to help celebrate the contribution refugees make to our society and also raise awareness about their plight. See the attached memo for details of how to get involved.
Aspiring Women Leaders Forum and Networking Event – 6 June 2019
Celebrating the talent currently within the diocese and providing the opportunity to connect and inspire others, this after hours networking event will run in three locations across the diocese in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Lismore on the one date: Thursday 6 June 2019, 5.00-7.00pm.
Becoming a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (HALT)
Please click on the below links to the new HALT Policy and Procedures. These policies set out the TAA expectations required of employees in the Catholic Schools Office and in Catholic systemic schools who are either seeking or maintaining accreditation at the higher levels. If you are considering applying and would like information, support and/or resources please contact Dianne McGowan, Teacher Accreditation and Learning Officer.
Policy and Procedures for Accreditation: Highly Accomplished and Lead
Policy and Procedures for Maintenance of Accreditation at HALT
Student Artwork Display - Semester 2 2019
Attention: Principals and Art Coordinators
Once again, we invite schools to contribute student artwork for display at the Catholic Schools Office in Lismore at Presentation House, and the Coffs Harbour Annex. Each school may contribute eight original art pieces.
Please complete the form at this link 2019 Semester 2 CSO Student Art Display Expression of Interest by Monday, 3 June so that Jan Seymour can coordinate the collection of art from your school by 29 July (term 3, week 2).
Read LessHSC Physics Exam Preparation (CrookEd Science)
Physics is a subject which has been identified for additional support in 2019. The CSO will provide funding for one teacher per school to attend Simon Crook’s Preparing for the 2019 HSC Physics Exam course to be held at Xavier Catholic College Ballina on Friday, 9 August. The registration fee, plus one day’s release will be funded.
To register for this course please:
- Register with Eventbrite directly here.
- Complete the CSO Acknowledgment of Registration Form.
- Send the tax invoice/receipt of registration payment to Tim Kelly for reimbursement.
- Note: Any other costs incurred will need to be negotiated with your school as a co-contribution to the professional learning.
For further information, please contact Tim Kelly, Education Officer.
Read LessGRADUATE TO PROFICIENT TEACHER FORMATION PROGRAM 2019 | 1ST YEAR GRADUATES AND MENTORS – DAY 4 GTPTFP
Please note the change of venue for south session to Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour and attendance requirements for both north and south sessions. This is for teachers in the first year of the program and their mentors.
- Term 2 Week 8 (18 June) - Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour
- Term 2 Week 8 (19 June) - Invercauld House, Goonellabah
GRADUATE TO PROFICIENT TEACHER FORMATION PROGRAM 2019 | 2ND YEAR GRADUATES – DAY 4 GTPTFP4
Please note the change of venue for south session to Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour & attendance requirements for both north and south sessions. This is for teachers in the second year of the program.
Mentors of staff who are still seeking proficiency are also expected to attend.
- Term 2 Week 8 (18 June)-Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour
- Term 2 Week 8 (19 June)-Invercauld House, Goonellabah
TEXTHELP ACTION RESEARCH SCHOOLS - ADVANCED 2019
A one-day advanced workshop offering a practical, hands-on day with the goal being for your school team to leave with a well-documented plan and with renewed enthusiasm to see the action research project to its completion.
- South: 26 June - St Joseph’s Regional College, Port Macquarie
- North: 27 June - Invercauld House, Goonellabah
PROCLAIM LISMORE
STAFF 2019
ONE WEEK TO GO! 28 May to 4 June. All staff are reminded to register for the Proclaim Lismore Staff 2019 event in their cluster. Registrations via My Learning.
PORTA FIDEI STAFF RETREATS
As part of the Proclaim Lismore focus on staff formation, these successful staff retreats will again be offered in three locations this year:
- 20-21 June: The Francis Retreat, Bonny Hills
- 1-2 August: Invercauld House, Goonellabah
- 12-13 September: Aanuka Beach Resort, Coffs Harbour
Open to all Parish School staff. For more information and to register, visit My Learning.
ACCENDERE YEAR 4 RETREAT
These retreats are being held in various locations in July and are on the dio-PD calendar. For more information refer to Parish Schools Circular 2019-5.
IGNITE CONFERENCE 2019
Parish Secondary Schools are invited to send students to this event in Brisbane from 26-29 September 2019. Information will be emailed to Principals and LOSE.
ACCREDITATION TO WORK, TEACH AND LEAD: CATEGORY C FOR STAFF WHO HOLD A POSITION OF ADDED RESPONSIBILITY NEW TO THEIR SCHOOL AND/OR NEW TO THEIR ROLE
Category C Leadership Formation programs are scheduled for 11-12 June and 13-14 June at Invercauld House or 27-28 June at Bonny Hills. Please register at MyLearning
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST TO ATTEND 2019 BBI RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM: Moving from Theory to Practice: Religious Education in the Classroom
BBI is hosting a National Symposium on 12–13 September at the International Conference Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney. For more information see Parish Schools Circular 2019-11.