Inclusivity changes school communities for the better, writes Caitlin Humphrys, Consultant – Relationships and Engagement at Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns.
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Principal Profile: Katherine Boot, Mother of Good Counsel School, North Cairns
This month, we spoke to newly-appointed Principal at Mother of Good Counsel School, North Cairns, Katherine Boot.
Attendance Matters
A bright future for our students starts with good attendance levels, every day.
Principal Profile: Rachelle De Iacovo, St Anthony’s School, Dimbulah
This month we speak to Rachelle De Iacovo, Principal of St Anthony’s School, Dimbulah. The small country school holds a very special place in Rachelle’s heart as it was the primary school that both herself and her children attended. She shares what is most special about her school community as well as what she hopes […]
Record enrolments for Cairns Catholic schools
Student enrolments in Cairns Catholic schools have topped the 12,000 mark for the first time.
Principal Profile: Narelle Hunt, Mount St Bernard College, Herberton
This month we speak to newly-appointed Principal of Herberton’s Mount St Bernard College, Narelle Hunt. Narelle shares what is most special about the multiculturally-diverse College located in the historic hills of the Tablelands town.
Future-Proofing Teaching in the Far North
Cairns Catholic Education is aiming to future-proof the teaching industry in the Cairns region with 17 local students receiving 2023 Education Scholarships.
Stage Two of State-of-the-Art Catholic College Underway
Staff Spotlight: Shana Backshall on Changing Careers
For Shana, a professional opportunity led to a passion for working with young students and changing her career to become a teacher at St Stephen’s Catholic College, Mareeba. She shares her story as well as the benefits of switching careers.
CES Farewells Lifelong Contributor
This week Cairns Catholic Education Services farewelled leader and lifelong contributor Ursula Elms after a dedicated decade serving as the Director – Learning and Teaching and a half century in Catholic education.