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1 week to go! Early Years Symposium – Limited tickets available (Ref: 200/25) 

We’re thrilled to welcome Commissioner Anne Hollonds, Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner, who will speak on urgent reforms in early childhood care and education—an incredible opportunity to engage with a national leader on child safety and policy.

Featured Speakers:

• Br David Hall fms

Dean of La Salle Academy, Australian Catholic University, offering a Catholic perspective aligned with the Jubilee Year of Hope.

• NSW AEDC State Coordinator

Sharing insights from the 2024 AEDC NSW results and practical steps for schools.

Theme & Purpose:

This year’s theme is inspired by Article 5 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child: "Governments should let families and communities guide their children so that, as they grow up, they learn to use their rights in the best way."

The Symposium aims to:

• Explore the intersection of Catholic identity, pedagogy, and child development
• Deepen understanding of children’s rights in early education
• Provide a platform for renowned speakers and advocates
• Foster statewide collaboration among Catholic educators

Date: Thursday 4 September 2025

Time: 9am-3:30pm

Venue: The Peter Cosgrove Centre, Level 18, Tenison Woods House, North Sydney.

Professional Learning 

Last Chance – Secure Your Ticket Today! 2025 CSSA Symposium – “Excellence in P-12 Religious Education in Catholic Schools” (Ref: 203/25)

This week is your last chance to secure a ticket to the 2025 CSSA Symposium – Excellence in P-12 Religious Education in Catholic Schools, as ticket sales will close at 5:00pm on Friday, 29 August 2025. Make sure you get yours today!

Catholic Schools NSW invites School and System Leaders, Religious Education Coordinators, Classroom Teachers, Key Learning Area Coordinators, and Stage P-6 Year Coordinators in Catholic education to join us at the 2025 CSSA Symposium – “Excellence in P-12 Religious Education in Catholic Schools” on Friday 5 September 2025 in Sydney.

The programme for the symposium has been finalised and can be downloaded by clicking here. Be sure to secure your tickets today!

Sessions at this year’s Symposium include: 

• Key Insights from Former Vatican Theologian
• Teacher’s Ecclesial Ministry
• Antiqua et Nova – The Relationship Between AI and Human Intelligence
• Staff Formation
• Best Practice in Curriculum, Assessment and Pedagogy (P–12)
• Evangelisation and Youth Ministry
• Lifelong Benefits of Catholic Schooling

Date: Friday 5 September 2025

Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm (registration desk opens at 8:00am)

Location: The Amora Hotel, Jamison Sydney

Cost: $350.00

Tickets: https://csnsw.link/2025-CSSA-Symposium-Register-Now

The location is close to Martin Place Metro, Circular Quay and Wynyard Train Stations, Light Rail, Buses and Secure Parking Stations.

As you would be aware, due to changes by the Commonwealth Government for the Non-Government Reform Support Fund that was available to cover the costs of prior CSSA Symposiums, the CSSA has reintroduced a fee for registration to each CSSA Symposium. This fee charged is reflective of covering costs incurred to host the event.

Archbishop Anthony Fisher's Keynote address at the St Thomas Aquinas Conference (Ref: 202/25)

Date: Saturday 11 October 2025

Time: 10am-4:30pm

Venue: Campion College, 8 - 14 Austin Woodbury Place, Toongabbie NSW 2146

Open to: General Public

Cost: $65 (Student concessions available) 

For more information and to register, visit: St Thomas Aquinas Conference - Campion College

Student Resources

Campion College Study Camp (Ref: 198/25)

Looking for a fun and studious way to spend your October school holidays? 

On 8-10 October 2025, Campion College Australia is hosting their very first Study Camp, open to students in Years 11 and 12 who are preparing for their final exams. 

Students have the opportunity to experience a mix of supervised study sessions, mini-seminars, and social time, giving them a glimpse of college student life on Campion College's beautiful Campus.

Each day of this three-day Camp includes 6 - 8 study hours in a focused academic environment, allowing students to work hard towards their academic goals. Between study times, students can enjoy fun activities and sports, also giving them the chance to connect and meet like-minded peers. 

On the final night of the Study Camp, students will join together with the faculty and staff for a two-course Formal Hall dinner with a guest speaker, a special tradition for students and staff at Campion College. 

To ensure a focused and supported environment, only 30 spots are available for students. Two nights' accommodation in same-sex twin-share rooms at the Campion College residential areas are included in the price, and all meals and snacks are provided to keep students energised throughout the day.

Date: 8-10 October 2025

Open to: Year 11 & 12 students

Venue: Campion College, 8-14 Austin Woodbury Place, Toongabbie NSW 2146

Cost: $400 per student

To find out more and register, go to Study Camp - Campion College 

For enquiries, contact the Future Students Advisor: (02) 9896 9303 or via study@campion.edu.au

Boost Engagement with Powerful Paddock to Plate Education (Ref: 197/25) 

Australian Good Meat Education provides engaging, curriculum-aligned Foundation to Year 12 Resources that promote relevant and relatable learning by connecting students with holistic supply chain food production with an emphasis on sustainability, food security, technology and nutrition.

Designed to support teachers, these resources are classroom-ready, saving teachers time with straightforward lesson plans coupled with fun student activities and high-quality supplementary learning resources.

What’s Inside:

• Cross-curricular content that sparks curiosity and supports learning outcomes for Design and Technologies, Science, Mathematics, English, and HASS.
• Comprehensive lesson guides and student worksheets.
• Extensive range of visually engaging supplementary materials.
• Senior secondary resources featuring real-world research case studies, building evidence-based research and analysis skills.
• Teacher tutorials guiding effective use and confident delivery for impactful learning.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Easy access – Free to download for print or digital use
• Fit-for-purpose – Curated by educators, adaptable for diverse learning needs
• Versatile – Use as standalone activities, full lessons, or build a custom unit
• Deeper learning– Relatable content connecting students to real-world Australian practices

Enrich your classroom with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that build life-long skills today, and into the future. 

To transform your lessons, click here

Legal and Policy

Religious Liberty Lecture and Conference – 11 and 12 September - University of Notre Dame Sydney (Ref: 201/25) 

The University of Notre Dame Australia’s School of Law and Business will be holding its 11th annual Religious Liberty Lecture and Conference on Thursday 11 and Friday 12 September at St Benedict’s Hall at 104 Broadway, Chippendale NSW.

The Lecture will be delivered by Professor Keith Thompson and is entitled ‘Why not protect religious liberty? Why should ‘harmless’ religious belief and action be proscribed by general law?’

RSVPs are due 29 August and you can register by emailing l&bevents@nd.edu.au

Scholarships and Awards

St Raphael's Catholic School Learning support officer becomes the NSW State Finalist - Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards (Ref: 204/25)