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Student Diversity Course for Teachers
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) will run a new student diversity course for teachers. The course will help with lesson planning for students with a range of learning abilities and interests to help them achieve their goals. The course also covers planning and assessment practices and includes templates and examples for teachers to develop their lesson plans. Find out more here.

2025 Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority PD opportunities

Primary leaders in learning workshops
Free in-person workshops will take place for principals and leaders of curriculum and learning across Queensland in 2025. The workshops will equip leaders with strategies to enhance student outcomes. Find out more by clicking on your location of choice below: 

• Major Queensland cities: Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Hervey Bay, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville, Cairns
• Emerald 
• Mount Isa

Support for primary educators
Primary educators in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Languages and The Arts learning areas are invited to participate in professional learning in 2025. There will be workshops and webinars run throughout the year. Find out more here.

STEM events for schools

Naturally Brave 2025
Primary schools across the Townsville and Cairns regions are invited to submit an expression of interest for Naturally Brave with Bushfire Kids Connect and Growing With Gratitude. Naturally Brave delivers a pioneering and engaging STEM program designed to promote awareness of natural disasters and encourage resilience and empathy in students. This program will be delivered in terms 3-4, 2025. Early bird expressions of interest close 2 December 2024. Find out more here. 

Advanced Manufacturing Future Skills Program 2025
Secondary schools in the Cairns region and junior and secondary schools in the Townsville region are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Advanced Manufacturing Future Skills Cairns Program with the Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. This STEM, additive manufacturing and 3D printing program will run in schools throughout terms 3-4, 2025. Early bird EOIs close 2 December 2024. Click here to find out more about the Cairns program, or here for more information about the Townsville program. 

Free PD webinars for teachers
The Queensland College of Teachers will run free professional development webinars in January 2025. Refer to the links below to find out more and register. 
 
Professional Boundaries 
Thursday 23 January 10am-11am 
 
Transitioning to full registration 
Thursday 23 January 1pm-2pm 
 
Mentoring colleagues in Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher standards 
Friday 24 January 10am-11am 
 
Visit events.qct.edu.au for more information.

2025 Positive Partnerships workshops
Positive Partnerships will run workshops throughout Queensland during Term 1 and Term 2, 2025. The workshops are for parents, carers and school staff who are supporting autistic school-aged students. To find out more visit the Positive Partnerships website or contact Lynda Hunt at lhunt@positivepartnerships.com.au

Term 4 Professional development – literacy
Five from Five will offer a number of free professional learning seminars in literacy teaching for school staff. Sessions will cover leading change in literacy, science of reading, phonics, fluency, oral language and vocabulary and comprehension. Find out more here.

Roadshow to Taiwan
Study Queensland is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from Queensland CRICOS registered Schools to participate in a proposed roadshow to Taiwan in March 2025. This roadshow will be supported by Study Queensland, a division of Trade and Investment Queensland, under the Queensland International Education and Training Strategy 2022-27. Schools participating in the roadshow will have opportunities to meet with education agents and parents at events in Taipei and Taichung. SQ will aim to finalise the Roadshow details before mid-November 2024. Schools will be asked to confirm participation by 30 November 2024. To find out more contact Sabrina Li via email at sabrina.li@tiq.qld.gov.au.

Webinars: Year 12 post-school pathways
Myfuture will run upcoming webinars for school leavers and their parents and carers. Webinar topics include making confident career choices, transition to post-school education, alternative pathways to university and more. Visit the myfuture website here.

QCAA P-10 professional learning webinars
The QCAA’s will offer P-10 Curriculum professional development opportunities to support familiarisation, planning and implementation of the P–10 Australian Curriculum v9.0. This term there is still time to register for the following workshops and webinars:

Prep to Year 6 

• Forum for primary leaders — Pathways to success with the P–6 Australian Curriculum 
• Forum for primary leaders in multi-age settings — Pathways to success with the P–6 Australian Curriculum 
• Using transition statements to support continuity of learning 
• Planning and assessing in multi-age contexts 
• Connecting across learning areas and subjects 
• English — assessing writing 
• (Years 3–6) English — Planning for and assessing interacting 
• (P–2) English — Part 1: reading in the early years — understanding the curriculum 
• (P–2) English — Part 2: reading in the early years — assessment 
• Health & Physical Education —Designing quality assessment 
• Mathematics — Mathematical modelling projects 
• Science and Technologies — Designing quality assessment 

Years 7 to 10  

• Science — Planning for Science as a human endeavour
• Technologies — Developing systems thinking

Prep to 10 

• Considering the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority 
• Supporting curriculum planning processes using the P–10 Planning app 

 Visit the QCAA website for more information and to register.  

Eating Disorders Queensland’s First Steps to Support
The Eating Disorders Queensland’s First Steps to Eating Disorder Support trains non-clinical workers to provide eating disorder support. The course is free and features a series of online modules designed for people in a non-medical setting who are often the first contact for people experiencing eating disorders. It focuses on identifying disorders and supporting people to access treatment. To gain more information and enrol, visit this website.

ACARA Professional Learning Hub course for teachers – Science
The Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority has developed a professional learning course for teachers: Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 Developing a deeper understanding – Science. The course focuses on three areas including understanding science, science as a human endeavour and science inquiry. This professional learning opportunity allows teachers to explore the areas in-depth to provide their students with a comprehensive world view. Access the course on the Professional Learning Hub here.

Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence
The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) has updated its academic integrity courses to include references to Artificial Intelligence (AI). The QCAA website houses resources including academic integrity factsheets for teachers and parents/carers. The QCE and QCIA policies and procedures handbook is available to assist schools to develop policies including academic integrity (Section 8). QCAA has also published AI guidance documents for school communities. 

AITSL My Induction App
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership has developed a My Induction app for beginning teachers. The free app provides advice and activities for anyone starting their new teaching career. For more information click here.

AITSL’s Intercultural Development Toolkit
AITSL has developed a professional learning toolkit that supports the intercultural development of teachers to enhance their culturally responsive teaching practice. The toolkit comprises an intercultural development self-reflection tool, an intercultural development continuum, and an intercultural development capability framework.

Professional learning for teachers
The Australian Government’s eSafety initiative is providing professional learning for teachers about online safety topics including responding and reporting: critical online incidents in school settings and online harmful sexual behaviours, misinformation, and emerging technologies. The free live webinars can be accessed here. For lower primary school educators, self-paced online modules covering technology safety, respect, and critical thinking are also being offered.

Autism Queensland workshops and webinars
Autism Queensland will run a number of Positive Behaviour Guidance Program Workshops from September to November. The free workshops and webinars are an element of Autism Queensland’s Positive Behaviour Guidance Project as part of the Queensland Government’s Early Childhood Guidance Program Pilot. Find out more here.

Autism Hub – educator webinars
Throughout Term 4, the Autism Hub will host educator webinars throughout November. Find out more via the links below: 

Transition to prep
Friday 15 November 8:15am 

Gallipoli Scholarship Fund 2025
Senior Queensland Catholic school students may wish to apply for the Gallipoli Scholarship Fund in 2025. The scholarships provide financial assistance to young people under the age of 25 commencing their first year of tertiary study at university or TAFE in the year of application. Studies undertaken must be at the Degree, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level. Applicants must be an Australian citizen who is a direct descendent of a Service man or woman who has served in the Australian or New Zealand Defence Force in a peacekeeping or conflict operation. Applications will open on 1 January 2025. Find out more here.

Sport in Motion photography contest
Applications are now open for the Department of Education’s TJ Ryan Memorial Medal. All Queensland secondary schools are encouraged to nominate one of their high The Dicastery for Culture and Education (Vatican) is promoting an international photography contest, aimed at young photographers, professional or amateur, under the age of 25. The Sport in Motion contest includes five categories: sport and hope, sport and family, sport and disability, sport and politics, and sport and ecology. All entries must be submitted by 30 April 2025 and the winners will be announced at the Jubilee of Sport in June 2025. The winners will be awarded a meeting with the Holy Father, a visit to the Vatican Museums, a workshop in the Osservatore Romano newspaper and the international dissemination of the photos in the Holy See’s media. Entries can be made via email to sportinmotion@dce.va and more information about the contest can be found here.

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Science Teaching Prizes awards are now open! The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded awards for demonstrated achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in science teaching. The initiative closes Tuesday 17 December 2024 5pm AEDT. Find out more here.

Australian Catholic Youth Festival
The Australian Catholic Youth Festival will be held in Melbourne, from Sunday 30 November to Tuesday 2 December 2025. The event will welcome young people from Year 9 (in 2025) to 25 years of age, as well as their accompanying leaders and chaplains. Find out more here.

Gateway to Industry Schools project
The Tourism and Hospitality Gateway to Industry Schools project assists in helping young people make a successful transition from school into further education or employment. The program educates students about career opportunities available through a mix of vocational, school, and academic curricula targeted to the needs of the tourism and hospitality industry. Find out more here.

School to Work Transitions program
The School to Work Transitions program supports school to work transitions for school students in priority groups. As stated on the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training website, the program has been implemented as part of the school-to-work transitions focus area. Find out more here.

Ochre Education resources for teachers
Ochre Education is offering thousands of free Australian Curriculum-aligned adaptable resources created for teachers, by teachers. Find out more about the resources on offer here.

Assistance for Year 12 school leavers
To assist Year 12 students with their transition from school, the Australian Government has provided information about a variety of payments and services to support them.  
   
Information about leaving school  
The Services Australia website has some great information to support students finishing secondary school, whether they are interested in working, doing an apprenticeship or traineeship, or doing further study. Youth Allowance for students and apprentices and ABSTUDY are the main payments students may get. There are also other payments for students who need to move away from a regional or remote area to study. Find out more here. 
   
Medicare benefits  
If year 12s haven’t already, they need to add a bank account to their Medicare account to get Medicare benefits. They need to do this whether they have their own Medicare card or choose to stay on their parents’ card. Find out more here.  
   
Resources schools can pass on to students  
The School Leavers Resource eKit has been updated on the Services Australia website. It contains many different resources that explain Centrelink payments and how to get started with myGov. Download the eKit here.

QCAA Year 10 planning resources
The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority has provided Year 10 planning resources on their website to support students with their transition to Queensland Certificate of Education learning pathways. Visit the website to find out more here or click on the following links:
Australian Curriculum Year 10 achievement standards summary
Australian Curriculum Level 6 general capabilities summary 

Free eSmart program to help young Australians stay safe online
The Alannah and Madeline Foundation has released an eSmart Digital Licence+ for primary schools. This free initiative builds on the eSmart Digital Licence+ program already available for students aged 10 to 14 years, and the Media Literacy Lab for high school students aged 12 to 16 years. The program now extends to young learners aged 4 to 9 years old. Further information, including lesson plans aligned with the Australian Curriculum, can be found on the foundation’s website here.

NAPLAN 2025
The NAPLAN assessment will be held from 12–24 March 2025. The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority has a range of resources on the National Assessment Program website including the NAPLAN 2025 nine-day test window infographic. The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority has recently released memos for schools regarding NAPLAN 2025 preparations, including access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for students with disability, noting some activities need to be undertaken in Term 4 this year. 

Podsquad
Podsquad is a free play-based wellbeing app created by Health and Wellbeing Queensland for children aged 5-12 years and their families. Children learn about eating better, moving their bodies more, and the importance of sleep through bite-sized lessons, tailored to their wellbeing goals. They will earn rewards for their online activities, but more importantly for completing offline, real-life quests. The Podsquad app supports lasting change by exploring the topics of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep through a behavioural science framework. The app’s content has been developed by childhood health experts and co-designed with more than 300 families. Find out more here.

Bullying No Way website updates
Bullying No Way has developed a new First Nations page, offering culturally responsive, evidence-informed resources for schools, students, and parents. Created with input from our national education network and First Nations academics, the resources help address bullying in a way that honours and reflects the experiences of First Nations communities. Schools can use these tools to support First Nations students, ensuring they feel respected, heard, and valued, while also helping non-Indigenous students better understand their peers’ lived experiences. The page also provides practical advice for families. Find out more here.

Inclusive Practice Hub – bullying resources
The New South Wales Department of Education has released a suite of resources on their Inclusive Practice Hub to support students with disabilities to respond to or seek help when bullying occurs. The resources are listed below:
When someone is being bullied (primary)
When you are being bullied (primary)
When you are being bullied (secondary)
What is cyberbullying (secondary)
What is bullying (secondary) 

The Good Village AIS Problem Solvers Program
The Australian Sports Commission (AIS) has recently launched The Good Village AIS Problem Solvers Program – a free eight stage incursion for Australian primary schools. Aligned to the Australian Curriculum, the program encourages students to engage in design thinking and problem solving and learn from high performance athletes. Schools are encouraged to find out more and apply here.

Resources for students with disability
The Australian Government Department of Education has released new resources for students with disability and their parents and caregivers. The resources provide practical information about the rights of students with disability and the obligations of education providers under the Disability Standards for Education 2005. The resources were co-designed by people with disability, with help from Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA). Find out more here.

Supporting students with disability
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) has created resources to help teachers and leaders understand and meet their obligations under the Disability Standards for Education (DSE) 2005. AITSL states the ‘DSE resources increase clarity with respect to inclusive education practices to ensure students with disability have equal opportunities to access and participate in education on the same basis as students without disability.’ Find out more here.

Resources to support autistic students during their transition to primary school
Education Services Australia in collaboration with the Australian Department of Education have developed resources to support autistic students during their transition to primary school. The Starting School resources can be accessed on the Student Wellbeing Hub here.

Language Disorder Australia resources
Language Disorders Australia (LDA) has produced a number of resources to support students with Language Disorder. The LDA website provides valuable information for schools teachers and families to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people. Find out more information here.

ACARA parent and carer information sheets
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority has provided parent and carer information sheets on their website. The information sheets describe the guides for what all students should learn as they progress through each band of schooling from Prep to Year 10. The information sheets can be downloaded and customised. Find out more here.

New Curriculum Connection resources
New resources are available for educators to help support them to understand the interrelationships across the dimensions of the Australian Curriculum from Prep to Year 10. The Curriculum Connection resources cover topics spanning artificial intelligence, food and wellbeing, mental health, respectful relationships and much more. Find out more here.

School Immunisation Program
Queensland Health’s School Immunisation Program offers a safe and effective opportunity to help keep Queensland students protected from vaccine-preventable diseases. In year 7, vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) and diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (whooping cough) is offered. In year 10, vaccination against meningococcal B and meningococcal ACWY is offered. Year 7 and year 10 students will receive a consent form and information pack for details on the vaccines offered and the diseases they prevent. The program is provided at no cost to students. However, parents and carers will need to return their signed program consent form.

ACARA Resources: Curriculum Connections – new and updated online resources
A new online resource for teachers to help students develop their understanding of the factors that influence their mental health and wellbeing has been launched. The new resource has been developed by ACARA, working with experts from Beyond Blue, Headspace and the National Mental Health Commission. The new Curriculum Connection resource aims to support teachers to be better equipped to teach about mental health and wellbeing through the Australian Curriculum, Version 9.0 learning areas including Health and Physical Education, Digital Technologies, English, Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) and the Arts. In addition, updates have been made to the previously published Curriculum Connections for Online Safety and Respect Matters.

ACARA Resources-Parent/carer information
ACARA has revised and updated the parent information page which is now live on the V 9.0 website. This section of the website provides information for families and carers about their children and the Australian Curriculum.  

Tiered Interventions
The Australian Education Research Organisation has released new research on how to best support secondary students who have gaps in their foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The research identified a specific support framework that schools can use to determine and tailor interventions for students. Find out more here.

Explore STEM lesson plans
The Girls in STEM Toolkit provides information for students, educators, and families with an interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Find out more here.

inclusionED resources
inclusionEd has provided new resources for teachers to support the needs of diverse learners in their classrooms. Find out more about the six resources by clicking on the links below:
Conduct an ABC analysis
Using UDL in planning
Understanding and supporting comprehension
Story tool 1 – Improve story retelling
Story tool 2 – Improve social perspective taking
Communicating with parents

Narragunnawali resources
The Narragunnawali Reconciliation in Education website houses a number of resources for school communities to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions. Visit the website here to find out more.

My Teaching Advice App
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership has developed the My Teaching Advice app to help beginning teachers learn from experienced teachers and build on their teaching journey.If you are new to the profession and would like targeted advice, you can sign up and find out more here.

New guides to support school strategic planning
To assist with planning for 2024, the Australian Education Research Organisation has released guides for school leaders on developing and applying high-quality school strategic plans. Find out more here.

Disability Standards for Education resources
A range of resources to help teachers and leaders understand and meet their obligations under the Disability Standards for Education (DSE) 2005 have been developed by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership. The DSE resources assist the understanding of inclusive education practices to ensure students with disability have equal opportunities to access and participate in education on the same basis as students without disability. Find out more about the resources here.

QCAA P-10 Planning app
The P–10 Planning app in the QCAA Portal gives schools a fast and efficient way to create year level/band curriculum and assessment plans, assessment tasks and marking guides directly aligned with the Australian Curriculum v9.0. For further information, including how to access the app, please visit the P-10 Planning app page. 

Mathematics Hub – Maths in Schools
New resources Embedding Indigenous Knowledges, developed by the Stronger Smarter Institute (SSI), have been released on the Maths Hub. They are intended to inspire maths educators to see the connections between mathematics and the histories and cultures of First nations peoples.

Senior Mathematics resources
The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority has provided new resources to assist teaching, learning and assessment for senior Mathematics subjects. To learn more about how these resources might assist you click here. 

The Literacy Hub
The Literacy Hub helps students develop their literacy skills. The Hub supports school leaders, teachers and families to implement effective literacy practices. To find out more click here.

Ochre Education units
Ochre Education is delivering lessons and resources across English and Maths to assist teachers with their lesson planning. Units include teacher presentations, student worksheets, quizzes, optional re-teach slides and recorded lesson videos. Lessons by year level are available here, while lessons by subject are available here.

eSafety resources for schools
eSafety has released resources to help school communities manage online safety issues and create a safe and supportive environment. Access the Prepare resources here to identify areas of strength and improvement.

National Office for Child Safety resources
The National Office for Child Safety has provided a series of resources on how to start sensitive conversations with children and young people as part of its ‘One Talk at a Time’ campaign. The national initiative is part of the Australian Government’s recently launched child protection and safety campaign and encourages adults in the lives of children to talk with them about feeling safe and where to seek support and help. Find out how to have these conversations and access resources and guides for parents and carers here.

National Museum Australia resources
National Museum Australia has developed several classroom resources and school programs, all linked to the Australian Curriculum, with a focus on Australian history. To access these resources click here.

Braille House resources
Braille House aims to assist blind and vision impaired people. The not-for-profit organisation provides tuition and a range of reading materials and other useful resources. Find out more about these resources here.

Reconciliation classroom resources for educators
The Narragunnawali – Reconciliation in Education website houses a range of early learning, primary and secondary curriculum resources and professional learning opportunities for educators. The resources aim to assist teachers to develop activities and lessons to promote reconciliation and develop students’ knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories.

Professional learning materials for teachers
Ochre Education have developed professional learning materials, including videos for teachers, in partnership with the Australian Education Research Organisation. Topics span mastery learning, formative assessment and explicit instruction. Find out more here.

Smiling Minds Primary School Program
Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2023 Smiling Mind Primary School Program. The Australian Government initiative aims to support the mental health of children in the school and home environments. There are still limited funded places (valued at up to $8,990) remaining for this program. To find out more about the program and how to apply, click here.

AITSL resources
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) has a number of resources for teachers and leaders to build their own professional growth learning journey in 2023. The Understand Your Impact online resources are available here.

eSafety classroom resources for educators
The Australian Government’s Office of the eSafety Commissioner website houses classroom resources to help schools and other educators teach online safety lessons. There are resources available for early years, primary and secondary. Find out more here.

STEM OneChannel: Future You career resources for primary students
The Office of the Chief Scientist has released a series of resources designed to raise awareness of STEM careers for primary aged children. The resources can be found here.

ANZAC Portal: School resources
Would you like to know more about Australia’s military history? The Department of Veterans’ Affairs ANZAC Portal houses useful information and resources. Find out more here.

Catholic Schools Guide
The Catholic Schools Guide is designed to solely showcase both Primary and Secondary Catholic Education Australia wide. The 2023 edition featuring Reimagining Education is out now – packed full of great articles and educational news. To read the guide click here.

eSmart program
The eSmart program provides a set of educational tools for principals, teachers, students, and parents to keep children safe from bullying, cyber bullying and violence. The Australian Government has entered into a funding agreement with the Alannah and Madeline Foundation to make their range of digital and media literacy education products available to all Australian schools. To find out more click here.

Specialist Disability Support in Schools Program
All Queensland schools are encouraged to take advantage of supports available through the Department’s Specialist Disability Support in Schools Program (SDSS). The program funds approved non-government organisations to deliver services that improve access to and participation in the curriculum for students with disability. The SDSS is a distinct service and is not part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Organisations may provide local, regional and/or state-wide services. All services are provided at the request of the school. Schools should contact SDSS organisations directly to discuss service provision. Details regarding the organisations and the types of services are available on the SDSS program website. 

Disability Discrimination Act 1992 resources
The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority has developed a suite of Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) resources to support approved providers, nominated supervisors, coordinators, and service staff to understand and implement their obligations under the DDA. Find out more here.

National Museum of Australia learning resources for students
The National Museum of Australia’s Education team has created a number of learning resources for students to explore defining moments in Australia’s history through games, videos, quizzes, images and activities. Find out more here.

New resource for teachers to support Australian students with their mental health and wellbeing
The Australian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, alongside Beyond Blue and Headspace, have developed a new online resource for teachers to help students develop their understanding of the factors that influence their mental health and wellbeing and that of others. The new ‘Curriculum Connection’ resource means teachers will now be better equipped to teach about mental health and wellbeing through Australian Curriculum learning areas. Find out more here.

NDIS Wellbeing Survey
The National Disability Insurance Agency is working with the Monash University Centre for Health and Economics to develop a survey to assist in measuring the wellbeing of people with a disability, including NDIS participants. NDIS state the survey will more accurately assist to measure wellbeing for people with different types of disabilities, ages and community groups. To find out more and participate in the survey click here.

Foundations for Understanding and Supporting Gifted or Talented Students
A new self-paced, short course is available from Griffith University’s Professional Learning Hub, ‘Foundations for Understanding and Supporting Gifted or Talented Students’. This course is designed to sustain teachers and school leaders in understanding and supporting the diverse needs of gifted or talented students in today’s inclusive classrooms. To find out more click here.

2024 Senior Education Profile Calendar
The Senior Education Profile calendar for 2024 is now available on the QCAA website. It includes key dates for QCE system processes – endorsement, assessment, confirmation, data submission and certification. Find out more here.

Multilingual Glossary of School-Based Terminology website
The Queensland University of Technology’s Multilingual Glossary of School – Based Terminology website includes words and definitions in five languages including Arabic, Kurdish Kurmanji, Portugese, and Swahili. It is designed to promote two-way communication between school personnel and multilingual families. To find out more click here.

Safer Internet Day 2025
Safer Internet Day will be held on Tuesday 11 February 2025. Safer Internet Day is a global initiative to raise awareness of online safety issues. The eSafety Commissioner leads the initiative in Australia. Schools can subscribe to the eSafety Commissioner to receive updates and be advised when campaign resources are ready to download to support Safer Internet Day activities.

Catholic Education Week in Queensland
In 2025, Catholic Education Week (CEW) will be celebrated from Sunday 27 July – Saturday 2 August and the official launch will be held in the Diocese of Rockhampton. The theme, which has run over the past three years and continues to resonate with school communities, will be Communities of Faith, Hope and Love. It aligns with the Jubilee 2025 theme of Pilgrims of Hope, gives an opportunity to build on existing resources, and reflects survey feedback indicating satisfaction with and growing recognition of the theme. CEW is an opportunity for Catholic schools in Queensland to celebrate and promote their distinctive mission and ethos. Visit the CEW website to find out more here.