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Council of Catholic School Parents

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Address: Level 12, 133 Liverpool Street 2001 Sydney, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Would you like to learn about NAPLAN and MY SCHOOL websites? You are invited to Join the zoom session on Thursday 10 Sept at 7pm The Tasmanian Catholic Schools Parents Council have organised for David de Carvalho CEO of ACARA to present a 45minute zoom session about NAPLAN and My School websites. There will be an opportunity to ask questions directly to David. ... Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/91013636903 Meeting ID: 910 1363 6903 Passcode: 308605 For any issues connecting please contact Naresh on 0450 725 797 Thank you to The Tasmanian Catholic Schools Parents Council for sharing this opportunity.

24.01.2022 Parents and carers of HSC students, please note: Students taking the 2020 HSC exams who have a COVID-19 test will now have their test result fast tracked through pathology. They simply need to advise the nurse or doctor doing the test they are HSC students. Results will be fast tracked to reduce disruption to their studies and exams. NSW Health wants to reduce potential anxiety around getting tested and ensure students self-isolate at home until results are known. This will h...elp protect the whole community. It is important that all HSC students: - Stay 1.5m apart where possible - Wear a mask if physical distancing isn’t possible - Get tested ASAP if they have even the mildest of symptoms - Tell the clinician doing the test they are a HSC student and to mark the referral ‘Urgent - HSC student’ - Stay home and self-isolate until results are known - Receive a negative test result before returning to school; showing the school a screenshot of an SMS result is sufficient - Call the contact number provided by the clinic if results are not received within 36 hours As social young adults, senior students may be at greater risk of COVID-19 than the younger children at school. They’re also more likely to be out and about in situations which could put them at risk of COVID-19 if they don’t stay vigilant. Find the nearest testing clinic at https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/

23.01.2022 CCSP applauds the Catholic Schools NSW Early Years Foundations for Learning initiative - see more below...

23.01.2022 How would you like to be a 2020 HSC exam supervisor? NESA is seeking expressions of interest for HSC written examination supervisors. For more information about the role and eligibility requirements, see https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au//hsc-exam-superviosi

23.01.2022 The best source of information for parents and carers on the latest school-related COVID-19 restrictions is your child's school. https://www.smh.com.au//covid-19-restrictions-for-nsw-scho

23.01.2022 It's National eSmart Week - as a nation, we should all be working to ensure we invest time and resources into raising a generation of smart, safe and responsible children, who are capable and compassionate both on and offline. For more information on this Alannah and Madeleine Foundation initiative, go to https://www.esmart.org.au/ See also https://www.portnews.com.au//get-esmart-about-kids-cyber-/

23.01.2022 St Scholastica's Glebe celebrates the grace and resilience their Year 12 students have demonstrated this year. https://www.smh.com.au//yes-we-survived-award-celebrates-c

21.01.2022 For the latest on COVID-19, including hotspots, go to https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates

20.01.2022 CEDP Executive Director Greg Whitby reminds us that in facing challenges like those presented by COVID-19, Catholic school communities are prepared for any eventuality. While very concerned, he is confident we can deal with it with the support of the parents and the local community and the public health authorities. Schools and teachers have gone the extra yard, the focus has always been on the wellbeing of the students - and that hasn't changed - that was before COVID. They'...ve done a magnificent job in dealing with this. The parents trust our school communities and trust us to look after their children. https://www.theage.com.au//coronavirus-third-sydney-school

20.01.2022 Parent bodies and Catholic school leaders are advised that applications are now open for the 2020 Roger O'Sullivan Memorial Award for Family, School and Community Partnerships for Learning. Does your school community have an example of authentic engagement that showcases collaborative relationships at their best? The Award recipient receives $4,000 to help make their initiative even better. For more details, go to http://www.ccsp.catholic.edu.au/2020-roger-osullivan-award

18.01.2022 Young Carer Bursary 2021 Applications Open Now! Do you or someone you know provide unpaid care and support to a family member or a friend? There are over 235,500 unpaid young carers aged 25 years and under in Australia, so there’s a good chance that we all know a young carer. Young Carer Bursaries support young carers to return to, or continue with, their education.... There are 1,000 bursaries to the value of $3,000 available each year. Young carers across Australia can apply from: 28 July until 8 September. https://youngcarersnetwork.com.au//YoungCarers_Bursary2020

18.01.2022 A shout out to all current and future parents of children and young people in Sydney Catholic Schools - a thriving system of connected, collaborative and contemporary schools.

17.01.2022 Best wishes from CCSP to all 1,000 dance students taking to the stage from today for their HSC Performance exams and to the Drama and Music students who will follow over the next four weeks. To the more than 10,000 of you, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

17.01.2022 If you are looking for help how to continue a conversation after asking RUOK? go to www.ruok.org.au for some hints.

16.01.2022 Over the weekend, the Church celebrated the Feast of Australia's first saint, Mary of the Cross MacKillop.

15.01.2022 Archbishop Tim Costelloe says that discernment is both a call and a challenge given to us by the Holy Spirit. It is an ongoing process which enables us to listen to what the Spirit is saying as we engage in each milestone on the Plenary Council journey. At https://youtu.be/94CI5NxoDzw, Archbishop Tim invites us to enter more deeply into this journey of discernment by making it part of our daily faith journey - through deep listening and 'testing' the spirits. Find the full text of Archbishop Tim's discernment paper at https://cathnews.com//2296-200827-plenary-council-a-j/file

14.01.2022 The Diocese of Parramatta has launched The Well. Described as 'Netflix for Catholics', it's a new online platform that provides free, ‘on-demand’ inspiration for families, children, young people and faith communities. It includes: - High-energy children’s shows; - Information and reflections on the sacraments; - Recordings of young musicians around the Diocese leading praise and worship;... - Thought-provoking discussions from local and international speakers; - Inspirational sharing from young people and young women. Bishop Vincent describes it as a response to the growing need for a strong Catholic presence online. Read more at https://www.catholicoutlook.org/new-diocesan-platform-offe/ or check out The Well at https://thewell.org.au/

14.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all our Dads - thank you for all you do. May our God of unending love continue to bless you. Have a great day.

13.01.2022 As the sun begins to set on NAIDOC Week, CCSP acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers of children in Catholic schools. We share this video from the Vatican marking NAIDOC Week 2020: Always Was. Always Will Be - https://youtu.be/IQXqswmBNGo

13.01.2022 CCSP marks Indigenous Literacy Day...

13.01.2022 Attention: parents and carers of boys - this could be just the thing you're looking for...

13.01.2022 Today, CCSP marks World Social Media Day - we know that social media has its benefits and its pitfalls and that it's not going away - so, it's important we know about it, especially those of us who are parents and carers of children and young people. Stay informed about various aspects of social media and keeping safe online via the parent page of the eSafety Commissioner's website at https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents

12.01.2022 Are you the parent or carer of a child on the autism spectrum? Would you like to learn more about autism and ways to support your child? You can sign up to receive regular text messages that will help you to reflect on your child’s strengths and interests, sensory processing and communication needs; connect to resources that are evidence based; work with your child’s school and other professionals; and, think about ways to take care of yourself.... https://www.positivepartnerships.com.au/texts4families

12.01.2022 To read all about keeping you and your family healthy, both physically and mentally, see the latest edition of CCSP's Parent Talk newsletter at https://ccsp.schoolzineplus.com/newsletter/68610/#a0 Become a regular subscriber for free at https://ccsp.schoolzineplus.com/subscribe

11.01.2022 On this Western Sydney University page you can access the popular Get Ready for Study and Work student workbook and Parent Guide. These resources are based on ten top tips for young people with disability. They contain information, contacts and activities to help students make a successful transition from school into tertiary study, work or post school programs. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au//get_ready_top_tip_workbo

11.01.2022 Catholic Schools of Maitland-Newcastle preparations for Aspire 2021 - find out more...

10.01.2022 Could your school community be the recipient of this $4,000 prize? The Roger O'Sullivan Award for Family, School and Community Partnerships for Learning recognises authentic family and community engagement that enhances student outcomes. Now open, applications close on 25 September 2020. http://www.ccsp.catholic.edu.au/2020-roger-osullivan-award

10.01.2022 The NSW Premier has announced the COVID Intensive Learning Support Program, including $31 million for non-government schools with the greatest levels of need to provide small-group tuition. The program increases the ongoing support for students' education after a disruptive school year. https://www.nsw.gov.au/me/free-tutoring-to-support-students

10.01.2022 Parents and carers are allowed on school grounds from 12 November to assist in planning events. Contact your school for details.Parents and carers are allowed on school grounds from 12 November to assist in planning events. Contact your school for details.

09.01.2022 CCSP joins Bishop Tarabay and Pope Francis in offering up prayers for the people of Lebanon https://cathnews.com//38698-maronite-bishop-pope-call-for-

09.01.2022 CCSP will be making a statement shortly on ABC's erroneous report yesterday, but first, here is the response from Catholic Schools NSW:

07.01.2022 Parents of boarders in NSW Catholic schools: The Term 4 Guidelines for Boarding Schools have been approved by NSW Health. The updated guidelines include the recent NSW Health advice that boarding schools can now: Introduce weekly boarders back into schools. Allow boarding students to attend local gyms, boxing and water polo and other events in the community after school hours. Allow parents to take students out to dinner during the week to restaurants. Hold orientatio...n for new boarders which may include an opportunity for them to stay in the boarding house. Check with your child's school for the latest developments.

07.01.2022 CCSP Marks National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day today. Children’s Day is a time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities - and all Australians, celebrate the positive impact culture, family and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child. https://aboriginalchildrensday.com.au/what-is-childrens-day/

07.01.2022 Recent survey suggests Australians may be praying more in response to COVID-19 https://www.smh.com.au//the-meaning-of-life-australians-pr

05.01.2022 The WA Commissioner for Children and Young People has been appointed by the National Office for Child Safety within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to develop resources for children and young people explaining their right to speak up when they feel uncomfortable, unsafe or marginalised, and outlining the steps they can take to raise their concerns or make complaints within organisations. As part of this project, the Commissioner will also develop a resource t...o help adults to talk about the resources with children and young people in their lives, communities and organisations. The Commissioner's team would like to hear from children and young people and adults that play a significant role in the lives of children (parents, carers, coaches, teacher, police, youth / community workers, faith leaders, etc.). The Commissioner invites children and young people aged 10 to 17 to complete a short online survey about their experiences of speaking up at https://ccypwa.syd1.qualtrics.com/j/form/SV_1QYKkKvNioDtK73 The Commissioner invites adults that play a significant role in the lives of children (parents, carers, coaches, teacher, police, youth/community workers, faith leaders) to complete a short online survey about their experiences of young people speaking up at https://ccypwa.syd1.qualtrics.com/j/form/SV_29KSq9PNfd91uT3 For more information, including online focus group options, go to https://www.ccyp.wa.gov.au//helping-children-and-young-pe/

03.01.2022 We celebrate our grandparents on this day, the Feast of Saints Anne and Joachim - the parents of Mary and grandparents of Jesus. We say thanks to God for the gift of our grandparents - may they be safe in these times and may we always give them the respect they deserve and joyfully draw on the the wisdom of their years.

03.01.2022 The Gonski Institute of Education at the University of NSW are working on an international research project called Growing Up Digital Australia. This project that we partner with seeks to understand the health, wellbeing and learning impacts of growing up in a digital world on our young people. A number of Australian organisations are supporting this project, including Departments of Education, parent organisations and teacher associations. This longitudinal study will reframe issues surrounding children’s consumption of media and digital technologies moving into an evidence-based solutions to parents, educators and young people to live healthier, safer and happier lives here in Australia. Growing Up Digital Australia: Invitation for parents and grandparents to have your say! https://unsw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8G6IesTYKXcAymV

02.01.2022 CCSP celebrates JERSEY DAY today, 4 September 2020. Jersey Day has been inspired by the story of NATHAN GREMMO, an Oakhill College student who was tragically lost in an accident in May 2015. Nathan’s family chose to give the gift of life to others to honour the legacy of Nathan’s generous personality. This campaign is all about raising awareness wear your favourite sporting jersey to school or work on Friday September 4, 2020 and begin the conversation with your friends and... family about organ donation. https://www.jerseyday.com.au/

02.01.2022 NAIDOC Week is a significant week in the story and fabric of our nation, and an important time for us in our Sydney Catholic schools. In this week's message our... Executive Director, Tony Farley, reflects on the activities in schools this week which celebrated the culture and successes of our Aboriginal Elders of the future and the rich contribution they bring to our schools every day. #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

01.01.2022 NSW Government announces extension of preschool support https://www.9news.com.au//dbcf2465-6025-4842-bed0-4e5edf1d

01.01.2022 The thoughts and prayers of CCSP go out to the community of St Paul's Catholic College, Greystanes...