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Lee-Anne is currently on leave and her absence is reflected in this edition of Communique.
We hope you nevertheless find it informative and reflective of the work of QCEC.
We wish all Queensland Catholic school communities an enjoyable and safe holiday break, noting that this will be the last Communique newsletter before the holidays.
Although this year has brought some new and unexpected challenges, school staff, students and families have worked tirelessly to ensure teaching and learning continues as normal throughout Term 2.
Thank you all for your efforts and perseverance we look forward to welcoming everyone back in Term 3.
The Capital Assistance Assessment Committee met for three days in Brisbane last week, and we thank members of the committee for this very significant investment of their time.
Schools and CSAs were able to put forward their proposals for projects to receive government funding in the 2022 Capital round.
As ever, it was wonderful to see the passion that all schools bring to these projects which ultimately support the learning of students.
QCEC Executive Director Lee-Anne Perry and Director Education, Yvonne Ries, met with the Minister for Training and Skills Development, Di Farmer, to discuss VET opportunities following the QCEC VET Forum in May.
The meeting provided an opportunity to follow up on a number of issues raised at the Forum and to discuss further opportunities that might be developed for students pursuing VET qualifications at school.
Capital funding to ensure training facilities meet the industry standards and can support high quality training was also discussed.
Following the swearing in of the new federal government, the federal Opposition has also finalised its front bench.
Shadow Education portfolios have been allocated to the following MPs:
Education – Hon. Alan Tudge MP
Industry, Skills and Training – Hon. Susan Ley MP
Early Childhood Education and Youth – Angie Bell MP
Regional Education – Hon. Andrew Gee MP
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) has compiled resources to help schools and parishes celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday on 3 July.
The occasion recognises the gifts of First Australians in the Church and reminds us of our responsibilities to care for community members outside our own groups.
Edmund Rice Education Australia has partnered with NATSICC to create activities specifically for schools to encourage students to begin their own journey of exploration into the history of Australia.
To access the resources, click here.
Our QCEC colleague Lisa Birch will retire from her role as Personal Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer on Friday 1 July.
Over the past 16 years, Lisa has made a significant contribution to QCEC, become a familiar face and a great friend to her many colleagues in Catholic education and we take this opportunity to thank her for all her work and wish her all the best in retirement.
Congratulations to Julia Cassidy who will step into Lisa’s role following her retirement.
Guardian Angels’ School, Wynnum
Congratulations to Veronica Tomerini-Smith who has been appointed Principal of Guardian Angels' Primary School, Wynnum, commencing in 2023.
Veronica replaces Craig Acret, who has become Principal at St Peter’s Primary School, Rochedale.
St Elizabeth’s Primary School, Tarragindi
Congratulations also to Jenna Webb who will commence her new role as Principal of St Elizabeth’s Primary School, Tarragindi in Term 3.
Jenna is currently the Assistant Principal Administration at Our Lady of Mt Carmel School, Coorparoo.
A reminder that early bird registrations for the National Catholic Education Conference in September will close on Friday 17 June.
The conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 4-7 September and will provide a significant formation experience for those involved in Catholic education.
The event would be of interest to diocesan education directors and staff, school principals and leaders, teachers, parents and students. To register click here.
Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher events Term 3
QCEC will host and facilitate an introductory session on 19 July for teachers who would like to learn more about Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher Certification. To find out more or to register for this event click here.
Student Protection In-Service Day
The QCEC Student Protection In-Service Day will be held on Friday 22 July at the ACU Leadership and Education Centre in Brisbane. The In-Service Day gives participants the opportunity to find out about the latest information on student protection and strategies for keeping children safe. In-person or online attendance options are available. Register here.
ICT Symposium
QCEC will host the Information and Communication Technologies Symposium on Thursday 18 August from 9am – 3.30pm in Brisbane. The event will focus on national education initiatives enabled by technology such as the Schools Unique Student Identifier developments and National Assessment Program improvements. The final program and registration details will be provided early in Term 3.
Missed a Circular? Below is a list of Circulars that have been issued recently. Use your login to access them.
2022 Circulars
059 Reducing the negative effects of smoking in Queensland
060 Teacher Suspensions and Cancellations
061 Australian Curriculum v9.0 Queensland Consultation
062 Queensland Schools Constitutional Convention
063 Nominations from First Nations People to Represent QCEC on NCEC Network Group