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This Sunday is the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Gospel reading is Matthew 22:34-40.
The Greatest Commandment
When the Pharisees heard that he had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together, and one of them, a lawyer, asked him a question to test him. “Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” He said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.”
Last week we celebrated World Teachers' Day.
In case you missed it on our socials, we're sharing the message from Executive Director, Gerard Gaskin, in thanks for the work of our teacher colleagues!
RAINBOWS Celebrates 40 Years
40 years ago, Suzy Yehl Marta, a single mother of three boys, launched the RAINBOWS program to offer the support of ‘a listening heart’ to thousands of grieving children across the globe. Today, the RAINBOWS program is active in many schools, providing students with the necessary skills and a community of trusted adults and peers to help them through the process of loss.
RAINBOWS would not be possible without the support of volunteers who dedicate their time to ensuring the success of the program. As we celebrated this milestone yesterday, we also acknowledged the work of these faithful volunteers who continue to provide support to countless children experiencing loss. Someone who has played an integral role in establishing RAINBOWS in Catholic Education Tasmania is Sister Margaret, who spoke about her ‘Rainbows blood’ and the impact the program has had on her. Like any RAINBOWS facilitator, Sister Margaret has many stories about the impact this program has had on the children involved and just how powerful the program can be. Hearing these stories is both an inspiration and a reminder of the impact that can be made when we make the time to not just listen, but really hear children.
We extend our warmest thanks to all those within our community that have been, and continue to be, part of the RAINBOWS program.
Early Career Teachers Learning Together
This week Year One Early Career Teachers gathered in the North and South for a day of professional learning under the three-year Early Career Teacher program.The Early Career Teachers were fortunate to have engaged in a session with Steve Lawrence about Teaching with a Catholic Worldview. See a photo of the Northern Early Career Teachers and Steve Lawrence enjoying a spot of sunshine!
Australian Catholic Education News
The latest issue of the Australian Catholic Educations News from the National Catholic Education Commission is now available.
Tips to get the most out of your tax in 2024
Want to get ahead for next tax time? Use this Australian Taxation Office (ATO) checklist to make sure everything is in order!Records, records, records
Put a system in place to keep track of your receipts and make sure you have detailed records as evidence if you claim a deduction. The records must show that you spent money, and the expense directly relates to earning your income.
Please remember, in addition to showing that you spent the money, you also need to show what you spent it on, who the supplier was and when you paid. A bank statement doesn’t have all of this information so it isn’t an acceptable record on its own.
Claiming working from home deductions?
There are two methods for calculating your working from home deductions:
Different records will need to be kept depending on which method of calculation you use.
Claiming car expenses? Keep a record!
If you drive your car for work-related purposes, there are two methods for calculating deductions for car expenses:
Whatever method you choose you must have records to verify your work-related trips.
Are you using the ATO app?
To help keep on top of all your records, check out the myDeductions tool in the ATO app. It’s an easy way to store your records and receipts on the go, simply by snapping a photo.
Staying safe online with eSafety Comissioner
People usually know how to keep themselves safe offline, but it's not always the case when we go online. In the latest initiative from eSafety Commissioner, they compare online safety to everyday objects that keep you safe – just like eSafety does when you go online.
When it comes to online safety, eSafety Commissioner can help with advice for parents, kids and young people on staying safe online.
Supporting grandparents in a Gen Alpha world with children’s anxiety on the rise
As National Grandparents Day was celebrated recently (29 October), experts at the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program ask that we acknowledge the new and difficult challenges that grandparents face while caring for their grandchildren from the era of Gen Alpha, but also encourage them to trust their own experience and wisdom.
Dr Alan Ralph, Triple P International Head of Training, said that with more grandparents helping out with grandchildren, which can alleviate living costs for parents, we need to be mindful that these grandparents were not raised in a generation where mental health or anxiety were talked about openly.
Three tips to help grandchildren who are experiencing anxiety:
- Recognise, understand, and accept a child’s feelings. For example, communicate it’s okay to experience uncomfortable feelings (e.g. anger, sadness) as well as comfortable feelings (e.g. happiness, confidence) and appropriately share your own feelings, without dwelling on upsetting or worrying events.
- Teach children how to express their feelings in a way that is not going to be hurtful to themselves or others. Chat with them about their emotions and listen to them without telling them how to feel. And lead by example, showing them how to express feelings appropriately.
- Help children develop an optimistic outlook. This can make all the difference in their ability to persevere when things get difficult. One effective way is to do some activities that can help kids learn how to stick with challenges, such as playing games that require teamwork or problem-solving skills, like puzzles or board games.
NAPLAN 2023 Survey
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) are inviting parents and carers to provide feedback about the earlier timing for NAPLAN and the changes to reporting to provide simpler, clearer, and more meaningful results. The survey will take around 10 minutes to complete.
Tasmanian First Lego League Seeking Volunteers
Organisers of the Tasmanian First Lego League are looking to fill several volunteer roles and warmly invite all interested community members to help make this incredible opportunity possible for students across Tasmania. Any support is greatly appreciated!
Please note that Working With Vulnerable People registration is required for all volunteers over the age of 16.
Regional Competition North/North West: Saturday 11 November, Somerset Primary School
- Register as a North/North West Regionals volunteer here.
Regional Competition South: Saturday 4 November, Sacred Heart College Newtown, Hobart
- Register as a South Regionals volunteer here.
Launceston Speech Pathology Network (L-SPAN) Meeting
Start Smart Tasmania is delighted to announce the next L-SPAN meeting. L-SPAN is a network designed for speech pathology assistants, education assistants and educators who support and implement speech pathology programs in schools, early childhood settings or private practice. L-SPAN will provide an opportunity for those supporting speech pathology programs to come together for specific speech pathology assistant professional learning, resource and case sharing, and general networking. The focus will initially be on supporting students with articulation challenges but will broaden to include phonological awareness and receptive and expressive language.
Nominations for Aspiring Leaders Program: 2024
Nominations for school staff are now open for the next Aspiring Leaders Program intake. This program is designed to develop staff who show capacity and behaviours to become future leaders within Catholic Education. Participants will be required to attend one full-day meeting each term.
If you see yourself as a future leader, then we want to grow you as a leader. Please be aware this is a 2 year program and attendance is required at every session. The days will combine input, interactive sessions, and workshops and provide you with an opportunity for guided professional reading between each of the four days.
2024 Session Dates
Term One: Wednesday 20 March
Term Two: Wednesday 19 June
Term Three: Wednesday 4 September
Term Four: Wednesday 4 December
These days are free of charge and an opportunity for new and existing leaders to develop their leadership skills and abilities. Please ensure your Principal has approved your submission.
Applications close Friday 1 December, 2023.
In Conversation With Dr Lorraine Hammond AM - Spotlight on Daily Review
A professional learning opportunity with a focus on practical tips and strategies for embedding Daily Review in the Primary and Secondary Classroom is available for all staff.
Where: Wrest Point
When: 15 November 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Catholic Education Tasmania acknowledges and pays respect to the original and ongoing custodians of the land. We acknowledge the continuing connection to land, seas, air and waterways and commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of reconciliation. We honour Elders past and present.