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Former senator to head National Catholic Education CommissionÂ
Australia’s bishops have appointed former Victorian senator Scott Ryan as the next executive director of the National Catholic Education Commission, succeeding Jacinta Collins.
New head delighted to blend into Edmund Rice program
Edmund Rice Education Australia has appointed an experienced educator to lead the national expansion of its fast-growing BlendED program, which helps students who have disengaged from traditional schooling.
Catholic schools identified as ‘making a difference’
The National Catholic Education Commission says the release today of nationally consistent, school-level data is an important component of school choice.
Specialist support classes established at Sydney schools
Sydney Catholic Schools is expanding its local, faith-based diverse learning opportunities with the establishment of specialist support classes at its schools in Lakemba. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
DEA successfully embeds safeguarding in its cultureÂ
Dominican Education Australia has successfully embedded safeguarding within its culture, demonstrating a high level of commitment and understanding of the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards. Source: ACSL.
Marist Schools Australia appoints new national directorÂ
The board of Marist Schools Australia has announced John Kyle-Robinson will take up the role of national director of MSA from July next year.
Catholic sector calls for inclusion in teaching scholarships program
The National Catholic Education Commission is calling for Catholic schools to be included in the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program.
Catholic sector welcomes $37m funding for national reform
The National Catholic Education Commission says the Albanese Government’s announcement of $37 million in funding for a National Continuous Checking Capability system is a major step towards a consistent, national approach to safeguarding children.Â
Catholic sector welcomes proposed amendments to copyright legislation
The National Catholic Education Commission has welcomed proposed amendments to copyright legislation, which prioritise the use of quality source materials in an online environment.