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One in three students fail to meet NAPLAN benchmarksÂ
Reading and writing scores are going backwards for almost every age group in Australia’s national standardised school tests, with one in three students still failing to meet NAPLAN benchmarks. Source: The Guardian.
Schools introduce new code of conduct for parents and carersÂ
Catholic Education Western Australia’s has introduced a new code of conduct for parents and carers that outlines the expectations to keep its 149 schools as safe, welcoming and supportive environments. Source: The Record.
Catholic schools tackle gender gap in principal roles
A policy to increase the number of women in senior education roles in the Melbourne Archdiocese is aiming to reduce the disparity between the numbers in the ranks and in principal roles. Source: Herald Sun.
Religious education symposium connects theory with practice
The evolving role of religious education in contemporary learning environments was discussed at Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools inaugural religious education symposium. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Brisbane Catholic Education appoints new head
Brisbane Archbishop Shane Mackinlay yesterday announced Peter Hill as the new executive director for Brisbane Catholic Education. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Melbourne Catholic schools exceeding NAPLAN targets
As students receive their individual NAPLAN test results, the body behind almost 300 Catholic schools in Melbourne is celebrating achieving numeracy targets two years ahead of schedule. Source: Herald Sun.
Mercy Education appoints new CEOÂ
Luci Quinn has been appointed the new chief executive officer of Mercy Education, leading 13 colleges across South Australia, Victoria and Western Australia from October 5.
NAIDOC celebrates Indigenous teachers but sees challenges ahead
For Indigenous educators, this year’s NAIDOC Week theme of “50 Years of Deadly” is a celebration of the progress made in shaping the future of Australian education, while recognising the challenges that lie ahead. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Catholic educator recognised with prestigious award
Catholic Education South Australia executive director Neil McGoran has been named the recipient of the Alby Jones Award, one of South Australia’s most prestigious honours in educational leadership. Source: The Southern Cross.