THE WAY (Term 4 Week 7 - 21 November 2022)
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The St Agnes' Parish Secondarys School (SAPSS) Drumline dominates Australian Percussion Eisteddfod
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FOR ACTION
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World Youth Day 2023 (WYD 2023) - Diocese of Lismore Pilgrimage
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EOI Student Discipleship Formation Program Convenors 2023
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FOR INFORMATION
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Announcements
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International Day of People with Disability 3 December 2022
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NATSICC launches its first Cultural Competency eLearning Course
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Teacher Accreditation: Leave of Absence
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NESA eTAMS Accounts: Maintenance of Accreditation
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Change of Email Address for Teacher Accreditation Enquiries
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CSNSW Online PL module: Universal Design for Learning (Week 7)
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HSC Showcase 2021
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Positions Vacant
Port Macquarie Vanguard, the St Agnes' Parish Secondarys School (SAPSS) Senior Drumline team, won the 2022 Australian Percussion Eisteddfod for the fifth year in a row. (10 - 11 September 2022)
Congratulations to Port Macquarie Vanguard, the St Agnes' Parish Secondarys School (SAPSS) Senior Drumline team, composed of students drawn from Port Macquarie Catholic Secondary Schools (MacKillop College, St Joseph's Regional College and Newman Senior Technical College), have dominated the Australian Percussion Eisteddfod for the fifth year in a row.
The Australian Percussion Eisteddfod is an annual live-streamed competition organised by Percussion Optimum to showcase student performances with percussion instruments.
The group earnt first place in both the Own Choice and Test Piece components of the competition in addition to picking up every single caption award for best section (Best Snares, Best Tenors, Best Basses, Best Cymbals, and Best Colour Guard).
SAPSS Drumline Coordinator Mark Spence who writes and prepares the performances said that he never tries to expect anything.
‘We can't control the judging; it has just worked out that way for five years in a row,’ said Mark.
In addition to the resounding success of the senior drumline, the Port Macquarie Brumbies junior drumline made its debut this season, competing in the B division, which included students from secondary schools and the Parish primary school students as well. Their effort in the test piece and their own choice floor show, titled ‘Perpetual Motion,’ were enough to secure a second-place finish in both the Test Piece and Own Choice components of the competition.
The Drumline soloists from MacKillop College shined through with amazing results. Year 12 student Andrew Skellern claimed his first solo snare title with his solo titled ‘Prestige Worldwide,’ and Year 11 student Callum Pender-Buchan came a close second with his piece ‘Bogan Disco.’ While Year 11 student Nick Horder came second in the Tenor Section with an entertaining and improved tenor solo titled ‘The Tenor Solo.’
Watch the amazing skills of these dedicated and talented students below.
Are you passionate about sharing the love of Jesus with students? Are you keen for a new 'teaching' experience? Then this could be for YOU! An invitation is extended to teachers to express an interest in becoming a Student Discipleship Formation Program Convenor for 2023.
The programs are written and all resources are supplied. You will deliver the specific student discipleship program at one of five venues across the Diocese. This opportunity will assist in the development of leadership capacity and empower more staff in student discipleship formation throughout parish schools. Appropriate relief will accompany this role. Staff who would like to pursue a Student Discipleship Formation Program Convenor position in 2023 should complete this Google Form, or, for further details or information, contact Kate Nestor, Education Officer, School Evangelisation.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE
Ben Krahe has been appointed to the position of Inclusion Officer in the Learning Services portfolio commencing on 16 January, 2023. Ben has been engaged in the education sector for a number of years, and joins us from the Association of Independent Schools NSW (AISNSW) where he was employed as an Education Consultant. Ben replaces Rebecca Tibbey in this role.
Daniel Wall has been appointed to the position of Technology Officer, Client Services (Clarence) in the Finance & Corporate Services portfolio and commenced on 14 November, 2022, and replaces Scott Thompson in this role. Daniel has been engaged with the Diocese since 2010, most recently as a Technology Assistant.
We congratulate Ben and Daniel on their appointments and welcome their commitment and expertise to these positions.
International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD) is on 3 December. It’s a day that encourages us to challenge the way we think about disability and to help grow a more inclusive Australia.
Please use the following links to resources to support your school and students to celebrate the contributions and achievements of people with disability and promote inclusion in your school and in the community.
Reach Out Lesson Plan - Understanding and celebrating people with disability
Classroom Resources, Lesson Ideas & Activity Sheets
Information Kit for Schools: Classroom School & Community Events
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) is pleased to launch our Cross Cultural Competency in a Catholic Context (CCCCC) eLearning Course. NATSICC has designed the Course as a universal, foundational step on the learning journey of all workers, volunteers, Clergy and Religious in the Catholic Church in Australia.
It is the first online training course with a Catholic focus and equips participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is a terrific and historical step forward for the Australian Catholic Church.
For more information about the course click here.
CSNSW is providing an exciting professional learning opportunity for all school staff. Amanda Corby of Illume Learning, an experienced educator in teaching children with disabilities and passionate about inclusive education, presents the second of nine online, one hour and on-demand professional learning PL modules.
Week 7- Universal Design for Learning.
The module is available here.
The Lismore Diocese HSC Showcase celebrates and captures the talents of our students, reflecting their creativity, innovation, technical skills and conceptual development. These projects represent the culmination of months of diligence and commitment by students, planning and designing, developing their skills and applying them to the task of creating inspirational and engaging works.
Spotlight On …
St Joseph’s College, Banora Point (Industrial Technology)
Student: Zach Carrodus
Title: The Story of "CASA"
My Major Project is a film that has a detailed and complex story. Pre-production planning was detailed, and great consideration was given to professional film techniques such as angles, composition, lighting and sound. Editing was very extensive and colour grading, slow motion and sound editing were used to create this film. I have a strong link to the coast and in particular the ocean and its mysteries, which are evident in this film.
Information on employment opportunities within the Diocese of Lismore is available via Positions Vacant.
Existing staff should apply through the Internal Positions Vacant page on the intranet; select People & Safety > Recruitment > Positions vacant – internal site.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE
- Human Resources Officer - Richmond (replacement position for Ray Fairweather)
- Human Resources Officer - Clarence (replacement position for Kylea Lane)
- Family Partnerships Officer (new position)
SCHOOL
- Leader of School Evangelisation - St Paul’s College, Kempsey
- Leader of Learning: English - St Joseph’s Regional College, Port Macquarie