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National Catholic Education Commission

Locality: Sydney, Australia

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Address: 156 Gloucester Street 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 At the recent 250th commission meeting in October, our national strategic priorities were approved for the next three cycle (2021-2023). As part of our third priority - responding to the needs of families through strong advocacy for recurrent and capital funding, legislation and policy - we will be focusing on assisting Catholic school systems to deliver increased early childhood learning services across Australia. The benefits of quality early childhood education and care i...n setting children up for success in learning are well known and evidenced through the research over many years. We are currently undertaking our own research on Catholic early childhood education and care services throughout Australia to assist state and territory commissions and dioceses to understand the broad landscape of the early learning services offered in the Catholic education sector, and the diverse approaches to service provision across the country. The research includes Catholic operated early childhood education and care services for children up to five years of age, excluding outside school hours care. The data will provide a picture of the different services, the perceived benefits and challenges in offering the service, the experience and qualifications of the early childcare workforce and demographic information on the children accessing services, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and children with additional needs. Through this research we hope to provide a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities of delivering early childhood education and care services and identify successful delivery models to inform the planning and growth of Catholic services across Australia. Jacinta Collins National Catholic Education executive director Read more about the national focus on early education via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/2Kn88LW #cathedau

25.01.2022 #nationalskillsweek #cathedau #vocationaleducation

24.01.2022 National Science Week 2020 starts today (15 - 23 August) with a range of virtual tours, online events, DIY science activities and other events planned across Australia. The school theme of National Science Week 2020 is "Deep Blue: innovations for the future of our oceans" and embraces the innovative technologies, capabilities and skills needed to achieve economic, environmental and social sustainability of the world's oceans. It features insights and inquiries into workable... solutions that generate healthy oceans, healthy economies and healthy communities. For schools resources visit https://www.scienceweek.net.au/schools/ #nationalscienceweek2020 #science

24.01.2022 Catholic schools across Australia took part in the annual Vinnies Australia Christmas appeal to assist vulnerable individuals and families across the community. Read more via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/3hcomDP Pic1: Sacred Heart College New Town students.... Pic 2: Padbury Catholic Primary School students and staff. Pic 3: Lumen Christi Catholic College students and staff with St Vincent De Paul representative. #cathedau #ChristmasAppeal

23.01.2022 Three decades after St Vincent de Paul first established Mini Vinnies in conjunction with the Catholic Schools Office in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, the program continues to gain traction.

22.01.2022 Last week, the National Catholic Education Commission held its fourth meeting for the year with Catholic education's response to the COVID-19 pandemic high on the agenda. Meeting via Zoom, a report was presented to Commissioners outlining our national response to the pandemic over the past six months, which has focused on a collaborative approach across all states and territories. Our first priority has been the health and safety of students and staff with Catholic jurisdict...ions adhering to the relevant government and health advice in their states. This meant ensuring a range of protocols and precautions were put in place to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus and the risk to school communities. These continue to be updated and amended according to changing advice and conditions, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales which have the highest risk. The report also recognised the impacts, both positive and negative, of the sudden move to remote learning across our schools. Schools and systems responded quickly to the challenges, particularly in the delivery and accessibility of technology, supporting students with a range of learning needs and home situations, and catering to the needs of essential workers. Commissioners were keen to hear about the way our communities have attended to the pastoral care of students and staff, as well as how schools continued to offer opportunities for faith formation and community building. The financial impact on families and school communities, due to rising unemployment and loss of school fee income, was also a key concern. Boarding school students and students in remote areas of Australia have been particularly impacted by the pandemic, and the response by our schools and systems has been focused on continuity of learning for students and easing the financial burden on families facing hardship. Looking forward, we will need to address a number of areas of concern including the assessment impact on Year 11 and 12 students, the disruption to NAPLAN testing, targeted support for disadvantaged and vulnerable students, and the prolonged impact of the pandemic on student learning and wellbeing. The Commission wanted to convey their "gratitude to Catholic education leaders, staff, and families for how they have persevered in the great task of educating children and young people through these challenging times; they have demonstrated courage, flexibility and generosity". Jacinta Collins National Catholic Education executive director Read more stories via our weekly e-newsletter https://ncec.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=20 #cathedau #covidresponse

22.01.2022 Loving God, we thank you for the gift of good dads, and everything that they do for us. Help them to have patience when we're difficult, wisdom when we can't s...ee the way, strength when we need comforting, and love at all times, so that, through them, we get a little glimpse of how you feel about us. Our heavenly Father, Amen. #dads

21.01.2022 The COVID-19 pandemic and impact of remote learning has meant greater levels of stress and challenge on Year 12 students. Added to that the disruption to the usual rites of passage that mark the end of schooling, such as graduation ceremonies and Year 12 formals, has also caused a lot of upset for these young people and their families at a time when they would usually be focused on preparing for final exams. I know our schools are working hard to ensure our students are sup...ported as best they can in these last few months of schooling, and in preparation for life beyond school. The government is investing $1 million this financial year towards the National Careers Institute to provide targeted information kits to around 250,000 Year 12 school leavers from late September 2020, and a new dedicated careers support hotline service which will operate from 1 October 2020 to the end of July 2022. The kits will be made available to school communities via careers advisors. This measure will support school leavers and job seekers to get dedicated advice about training options suited to their needs to secure jobs for the future. Read Jacinta's full message on additional support for #schoolleavers https://bit.ly/3gStefC Pic: Jacinta presenting awards at the Year 12 Graduation of St Monica's College Epping last year - Catholic Education Melbourne. #cathedau

20.01.2022 Keeping John Fahey's family and colleagues in our prayers.

20.01.2022 Want to run your own National Science Week Event? National Science Week is different this year, with online events, virtual tours and stay-at-home science experiences. Organisers encourage creativity and innovation when planning an event. There are no restrictions in terms of topics, audience, venue or format - except that the event should fulfil the National Science Week objectives to promote and encourage interest in science, engineering, mathematics, technology and innova...tion; and communicate the relevance of them in everyday life. For more info on planning your School's own Science event or participating in the public events registered on the website visit https://www.scienceweek.net.au/get-involved/ #nationalscienceweek2020 #science #stem

20.01.2022 REMINDER Webinar: What should education look like in a post-Covid world? Tonight (11 August 2020) 6:00pm 7:00pm AEST via Zoom... The Centre for Independent Studies is hosting a discussion between two of Australia’s leading voices in education, Pasi Sahlberg and Greg Ashman, on the future of Australian education in a post-Covid world. Moderated by Jordan Baker. Bookings essential via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/education-post-covid-do-sch The Centre for Independent Studies #education #covid19

19.01.2022 With the 2020 National Catholic Education Conference now rescheduled to September 2022, a virtual symposium will be held on Friday 30 October 2020 11.00am - 3.00pm AEDT in the lead up to the celebration of 200 years of Catholic Education. FULL PROGRAM & SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON! -School improvement in a post-COVID world -Faith & Mission... -Leadership -Community engagement SAVE THE DATE IN YOUR DIARY THIS FREE EVENT WILL BE TICKETED Enquiries: [email protected] www.ncec.catholic.edu.au

18.01.2022 POSITION VACANT - Education Policy Advisor Based in Melbourne or Sydney, Full-time position Join our team... As Education Policy Advisor you will play a key role in advising our executive director and team on national policy matters including: Educational policy and legislation School governance and educational performance School funding and accountability Faith Formation and Religious Education Reporting to the Senior Education Advisor, you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies; be responsible for supporting policy development; and will contribute to an effective team and organisational culture aligned with our mission and values. Applications close Monday, 21 September 2020 APPLY NOW https://www.ncec.catholic.edu.au/positions-vacant #positionsvacant #educationjobs #legalsjobs #policyjobs

18.01.2022 Farewell Term 3 for Queensland and Victorian students! We hope all teachers, students, families and wider school communities have a safe break. Pic Catholic Education in Queensland

18.01.2022 National Child Protection Week marks its 30th year this year, with the theme, 'putting children first'. When we look back to 1990 when National Child Protection Week first began, we can see how far we have come as a nation in making our communities safer for children and vulnerable adults. We now have a set of national principles for child safe organisations that clearly articulates the role of all organisations including school communities, and outlines our responsibilities... for creating child safe environments. At the heart of these principles is that our children and young people are informed about their rights, participate in decisions affecting them and are taken seriously, and that their families and communities are informed and involved in promoting child safety and wellbeing. Over many decades, our schools and school systems have been putting in place robust protocols to create safe environments and to respond to any incidents that arise. This work is never ‘done’, as we continue to monitor our safeguarding practices and continuously improve how we manage child protection. Read Jacinta's full message on putting children first https://bit.ly/3hkmW8F Jim Miles, Executive Director Catholic Education Melbourne, also shared message https://bit.ly/32bmrd5 #cathedau #ncpw20 #playyourpart #nationalchildprotectionweek

17.01.2022 Nine Catholic schools across New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australian were recognised as consistently delivering high progress in NAPLAN and were recently profiled by ACARA. Read more via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mQA74l St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School, Sunshine North ... Catholic Education Melbourne #cathedau #NAPLAN

17.01.2022 Last chance to join today's webinar on school marketing hosted by Catholic Schools Guide - starts at 1pm AEST Register via https://catholicschoolsguide.com.au/catholic-schools-guide/

17.01.2022 Catholic schools across Australia are preparing to welcome new students who are commencing school in 2021! Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Miranda shared some of the wonderful things Kindergarten students can look forward too! #cathedau

16.01.2022 Chris Ellison has been reappointed chancellor of The University of Notre Dame Australia for a second term, commencing his new three-year tenure in January 2021. Read more https://bit.ly/3kXzBQU via CathNews Chris Ellison, The University of Notre Dame Australia ... #cathedau

16.01.2022 Australian Catholic University (ACU)'s Vice-President Fr Anthony Casamento has shared a message on how the Christmas message can help us to emerge from the year with hope and joy. https://bit.ly/3nHMgcO Fr Casamento. Source: Australian Catholic University (ACU)... #cathedau #Christmas

15.01.2022 St Bernardine's shining their light

15.01.2022 Catholic Education supports the Federal Government’s decision to reform Australia’s copyright laws to ensure teachers and parents are not involved in copyright infringement when they provide remote learning for students. National Catholic Education Executive Director Jacinta Collins said Australia’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 emergency, including the need to provide remote learning for students, has shone a spotlight on a number of problems with Australia’s outdated co...pyright laws. We are pleased the government has recognised the need to urgently update the Copyright Act to ensure that teachers, parents and students do not inadvertently breach copyright laws simply by shifting lessons to the online environment, Ms Collins said. It is important that these planned changes be implemented urgently as part of the government’s COVID-19 response. Catholic schools in Victoria are still delivering learning online during tighter COVID-19 restrictions, so this announcement comes at a critical time for school communities." Read statement https://bit.ly/33QMOWV #copyrightact #remotelearning #covid19 Pic: Pexels

15.01.2022 Learn more about the history of Catholic education in Australia by visiting our interactive website! https://bit.ly/2ITmjrL #cathedau #history... 1884 - St Joseph's Catholic School Strathalbyn South Australia. Sourced State Library of South Australia B30116

11.01.2022 Applications are closing soon for our Education Policy Advisor position! Based in Melbourne or Sydney, Full-time position. As Education Policy Advisor you will play a key role in advising our executive director and team on national policy matters including: Educational policy and legislation... School governance and educational performance School funding and accountability Faith Formation and Religious Education Reporting to the Senior Education Advisor, you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies; be responsible for supporting policy development; and will contribute to an effective team and organisational culture aligned with our mission and values. Applications close Monday, 21 September 2020 APPLY NOW https://www.ncec.catholic.edu.au/positions-vacant #positionsvacant #educationjobs #legalsjobs #policyjobs

11.01.2022 Australia's first Catholic college to be built within a University precinct has received new funding of almost $15 million! The Newman Catholic College will be co-located with JCU: James Cook University, Australia at Smithfield. Read more about this exciting project within our newsletter https://bit.ly/3gStefC... Pic - Artist’s Impression of Newman Catholic College Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns Catholic Education in Queensland #cathedau #education #news

11.01.2022 Education Services Australia has launched a new research-informed guide to support educators: Classroom strategies for inclusive STEM learning environments Learn more via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/336gY7m #cathedau #stemeducation... Students from St. Martin's Catholic Primary School Greenacres, South Australia. Catholic Education South Australia

10.01.2022 Last Thursday the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network group visited Murrupurtiyanuwu Catholic Primary School (MCPS) and Xavier Catholic College Wurrumiyanga on Bathurst Island to see culturally responsive practice in classrooms. Read morehttps://bit.ly/3wbDdoX Catholic Education Northern Territory... #cathedau200

10.01.2022 Mount St Bernard College, Herberton, one of the oldest Catholic schools in Far North Queensland has celebrated both history and renewal as it unveiled a $1.25 million contemporary facelift in its 100th year of service. Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns #cathedau200 #ozcatholicschools200

09.01.2022 Catholic School students from across Australia were recognised in the 2020 Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Awards, including: >> Nina Cordaro, a Year 3 student from All Hallows Catholic Primary School Five Dock NSW, was the 2020 lower primary winner >> Evie Watt, a Year 3 student from Sacred Heart Boggabri NSW, was the inaugural winner of the Kurrumbede Award... Congratulations to all of this year’s award winners and all students who participated in the 2020 competition! Read more via our weekly e-newsletter https://bit.ly/2RhzSBY View the full presentation ceremony below. #cathedau

09.01.2022 Education experts at UNSW say Year 12 students that develop strong ‘soft skills’ may be better placed when completing their final exams during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key recommendations: Being adaptable to change including: cognitive or attitudinal adaptability, behavioural adaptability and emotional adaptability Promoting self-efficacy, strong aspirations and an internal focus... Parental support Read more via our latest newsletter https://bit.ly/32jQpM0 #research #year12exams #year12 Pic - Pexels

09.01.2022 You can listen to the 'Faith in the Future' song written & recorded by Fr Rob Galea, and access more resources via our 200 Years of Catholic education website: http://200years.catholic.edu.au #cathedau

08.01.2022 There are significant efforts at the government, tertiary, system and school levels to understand the complex issues facing Australian education and how to respond to them. There are plenty of views on how to address these issues such as a 'back to basics' approach, improving and broadening assessment tools, decluttering the curriculum, employing specific pedagogies and ways of teaching, early intervention programs, and lifting teacher quality and the like. However, there is... unlikely to be a fix-all remedy, particularly given the increasing diversity of our student population, their backgrounds, and the changing nature of the world with technology and global impacts as we have seen recently with the COVID-19 pandemic. For Catholic education, we are also working nationally with our state, territory and diocesan bodies to identify the specific issues facing our students and school communities in the broader context of Australian performance, and are looking at how to share information, data and practice more effectively to support our school leaders and teachers. Read Jacinta's full message on lifting school outcomes via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/3kIQWxs #cathedau

08.01.2022 We've launched an interactive website to celebrate 200 years of Catholic education in Australia. Contribute to the site by sharing historical photos and your stories. https://bit.ly/2ITmjrL 1962 - Sr Catherine Henry and students St James Catholic Primary School... #cathedau

08.01.2022 For many school communities around the country it seems that school life is getting back to some normality. However, for our Victorian communities, regional boarding schools, and students attending school across state borders, it continues to be an extremely difficult period due to ongoing health and quarantine restrictions. Having completed my own round of 14-day quarantine when I returned to New South Wales recently, I appreciate the additional strain on young people and t...heir families if they are unable to attend school due to restrictions, or are required to be quarantined when crossing borders to attend their boarding school or return home for holidays. The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) is the key decision making committee for health emergencies in Australia and advises the National Cabinet on health protection matters and national priorities including health threats from infectious diseases like COVID-19. The AHPPC has been doing a remarkable job, in unprecedented and challenging circumstances, to try to find the right balance to reduce the health risks of COVID-19 in the community and cause the least disruption to Australia's economy, employment market and areas like Jacinta Collins National Catholic Education executive director Read more stories via our e-newsletter https://bit.ly/2E5jh13 #cathedau #covidresponse

08.01.2022 Congratulations

08.01.2022 Access a copy of the National Prayer for 200 Years of Catholic education in Australia https://200years.catholic.edu.au/resources-2/ #cathedau

07.01.2022 Farewell Term 3 for students across parts of the country! Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing break. #EndofTerm Pic- Catholic Education South Australia

07.01.2022 The Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership has released a Spotlight report on "The role of school leadership in challenging times". So far in 2020 Australian schools have experienced bushfires, drought and COVID-19. In the midst of the pandemic, there is emerging evidence across the globe of the critical role that leadership plays in steering communities through times of challenge and crisis. The report summarises the evidence base of leadership required durin...g challenging times, examines the practices of successful leadership through uncertainty, and highlights learnings from previous crises. The report also outlines that in times of crisis effective leaders: >> draw on a toolkit of skills and approaches, and are both reactive and proactive >> prioritise open communication >> proactively triage and manage threats to their community >> leverage expertise and experience from multiple stakeholders to facilitate transition from a crisis >> work collaboratively to transform and build back >> better support the wellbeing of their school community (while maintaining their own health and wellbeing) Read the report via https://www.aitsl.edu.au//the-role-of-school-leadership-in #covid19 #schoolleadership #schoolleaders AITSL

07.01.2022 Next Thursday 10 September is R U OK? Day - it’s a national day of action that reminds everyone to support those struggling with life's ups and downs. Resources for educators and students are available, including classroom toolkits and learning from home resources. The video below shows students how to look out for their classmates, listen, lend support and ask R U OK?. ... To access the resources visit: https://bit.ly/2QNAZZS #RUOKDay

07.01.2022 As technologies are increasingly recognised to be part of life for young children, research and practice is seeking to better understand the digital practices that comprise how and why technologies are used by young children, their families and educators, writes Professor Susan Edwards Director of the Early Childhood Futures research program at the Australian Catholic University (ACU). Read more from Prof Susan Edwards via our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/3fdqsm6 St Mary... Mackillop's Early Learning Centres, Diocese of Townsville #cathedau #digitalpractices #research #earlyeducation

06.01.2022 Townsville Catholic Education has signed up for a Tesla battery storage project on the way to having its schools powered completely from renewable sources. In practical terms this project will result in a large-scale reduction of energy bills via the generation of a significant portion of school energy needs from onsite renewable sources, Townsville Catholic Education (TCE) Executive Director Jacqui Francis said. This reflects TCE’s strong commitment to responding in practi...cal ways to the call of Pope Francis in his 2015 encyclical Laudato Si’ (On Care for Our Common Home). Read more via CathNews https://bit.ly/35zYVIz Catholic Education in Queensland #cathedau #news #environment

05.01.2022 ACARA CEO David de Carvalho recently visited Holy Spirit Primary School, Nicholls in the ACT as part of the consultation phase of the review of the F-10 Australian Curriculum. Holy Spirit principal Brad Gaynor, who is the president of the Australian Catholic Primary Principal Association, organised the visit to the 800-student Preschool to Year 6 school as an opportunity for ACARA to hear directly from primary classroom teachers. Brad said the wide-ranging discussion explored... the benefits of the curriculum and barriers to teachers supporting student learning, including specific examples such as overcrowding, poor manageability, and lack of coherence in the curriculum. "An overhaul of the Australian Curriculum is long overdue to ensure that it is meeting the needs of Australian teachers and students," Brad said. "The current curriculum is overcrowded and needs to be decluttered to ensure all students are taught core knowledge, concepts and skills. Teachers are keen to see the Australian Curriculum website be more functional and flexible." Read more https://bit.ly/2YnBJcm Pic: ACARA CEO David de Carvalho and ACPPA president Brad Gaynor #cathedau #australiancurriculum

05.01.2022 Youth health experts have raised concerns about the impact of the pandemic and resulting higher unemployment, study stress and social isolation on the mental health of young people. While the pandemic has shone a light on these issues, the fact is that youth mental health has been a growing concern for many years. The Youth Mental Health Report (2012-2018) from Mission Australia and the Black Dog Institute highlights some of the issues and challenges facing young people:... >> In 2018, 24.2 per cent of young people experienced mental distress, up from 18.7 per cent in 2012 >> However, the incidence was higher for young women aged 15-19 years (30 per cent) >> For young men, the rate was 15.6 per cent >> For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, nearly one third (31.9 per cent) experienced mental distress >> More than 75 per cent of mental health issues develop before the age of 25 Schools are at the forefront of these issues, trying to support students and their families through in-school counselling, pastoral care and student wellbeing programs, and through referrals to specialist and external support services. However schools, like parents, mental health professionals and policy makers, are struggling to understand the full extent of the issues young people are facing, and the best ways to respond with effective support and preventative measures. Read Jacinta's full message on #youthmentalhealth https://bit.ly/34ACcvy #cathedau

04.01.2022 Are you or someone you know looking for a collaborative role as an education policy advisor? Join our team in this full-time position based in Melbourne or Sydney. As Education Policy Advisor you will play a key role in advising our executive director and team on national policy matters including:... Educational policy and legislation School governance and educational performance School funding and accountability Faith Formation and Religious Education Reporting to the Senior Education Advisor, you will work with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies; be responsible for supporting policy development; and will contribute to an effective team and organisational culture aligned with our mission and values. APPLY TODAY www.ncec.catholic.edu.au/positions-vacant #positionsvacant #educationjobs #legalsjobs #policyjobs

04.01.2022 Catholic schools all across Australia participated in #nationalscienceweek2020 activities this week including Mater Dei Primary below creating boats that float for one minute as part of their science inquiry.

04.01.2022 Catholic Schools Broken Bay have announced that school fees across all 44 schools in the diocese will not be increased in 2021. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ayCRAw Catholic Schools Broken Bay ... #cathedau #news

03.01.2022 The Australian Catholic Primary Principals' Association has been working in collaboration with Australian Catholic University (ACU) and The University of Notre Dame Australia on a National Initial Teacher Education project. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3pTnj0d

03.01.2022 The Leadership for Mission program is designed by and for women who are inspired by the Gospel vision of justice, freedom and the dignity of the human person. Young Catholic women are being invited to join the next cohort in 2021. The essential criteria for applicants are: Female Aged 25-35 (but with some flexibility)... Committed to the faith Committed to engaging in the residential components in North Sydney (therefore their work place needs to be willing to oblige) Has already completed an undergraduate degree Leadership for Mission is a project of the Australian Catholic University (ACU) in partnership with the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference and the National Centre for Evangelisation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/35Qd6sY #cathedau ACU

02.01.2022 Last week we celebrated the feast day of Australia's first saint, Mary MacKillop, who was the foundress of the Sisters of St Joseph in Australia. With Fr Julian Tenison Woods and her Sisters, Mary pioneered some of Australia's earliest Catholic schools including the first Josephite school at Penola in South Australia in 1866. In just five years, the Sisters opened another 40 schools in South Australia with the mission of serving the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children...Continue reading

02.01.2022 Celebrations for the 200 years of Catholic education in Australia are continuing across the country! READ MORE https://bit.ly/3wbDdoX Access a range of resources via our interactive website: https://200years.catholic.edu.au/... Mercy Regional College , Camperdown held a 200 years celebration Mass Diocese of Ballarat & Students at St Mary of the Angels Primary, Guyra, Catholic Schools Office Diocese of Armidale #cathedau200 #ozcatholicschools200

01.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day #BCEschools

01.01.2022 Experts warn that the mental health of thousands of young people in Australia is at risk, in particular those in Year 12, as study stress skyrockets to unprecedented levels due to COVID-19-related disruption and uncertainty. In January 2020, a nationally representative survey of young people by youth mental health service ReachOut found that around 30 per cent of young people rated study stress as one of their top concerns. When surveyed again in July 2020 this had increased ...to more than 38 per cent of young people surveyed. Young people are also seeking online support in record numbers to help them cope with study stress as end-of-year exams and assessments approach. >> From 16 March to 31 July 2020 almost 28,000 people sought help for study stress via ReachOut.com >> 250 per cent increase year on year in demand for study support materials from ReachOut.com >> 430 per cent year on year increase in parents seeking support to help their teen manage study stress >> 320 per cent year on year increase in educators seeking content to help their students deal with study stress ReachOut CEO Ashley de Silva said the uncertainty and disruption of COVID-19 has put exam and study stress into overdrive. Whether you’re a student, parent or educator COVID-19 and related restrictions are having a very real and significant impact on schooling, and causing distress and concern. Our research is showing students are primarily concerned about uncertainty about the future, work and money. For a range of resources to support students visit the website https://au.reachout.com//stressed-about-study-during-coron ReachOut.com Australia #year12exams #year12 #studystress

01.01.2022 Catholic education will be celebrated throughout 2021, including a range of national and local events held around the country to celebrate 200 years of Catholic education in Australia, see here: https://buff.ly/3mUQm0A Queensland Catholic Education Commission have shared their Catholic Education Week theme! #cathedau