Religious Education ever-growing secular world. The students work on Laudato Si was very impressive. They took on the challenge with contemporary issues to ‘Care for The Common Good’ and developing their knowledge and understanding of writing Analytical Essays. Our Social Justice program is coordinated by Mr Pat Dell and is ably supported by the Religious Education teachers. I would like to thank the staff for their support and enthusiasm encouraging and motivating the students to undertake the numerous volunteer initiatives. Time in class was set aside to discuss the many experiences the students had with their Waterford Project and reflection on the time they had spent volunteering. The students were introduced to writing their reflections on our new Learning Management system, Canvas and made the change with very few issues. The number of students receiving Edmund Rice Honours of over 100 hours grows each year. Liturgy, Retreats and Mission masses, are such a focal point within our school and Mr Beacroft, our Director of Mission and Identity inspires many students to challenge and reflect on their own lives. The students have many opportunities to become involved in the liturgies and retreats and personally reflect on their relationships with other students. A strong liturgical presence is very much a part of St Edward’s tradition. Edmund Rice Education Beyond Borders (EREBB) is an International network of Catholic schools educating young people from many different faiths and cultures. In over 20 countries EREBB endeavor to promote global solidarity and offer a transformational education for justice and liberation. Our students this year have not had the ability to participate in their program due to the COVID pandemic but have constantly engaged in discussions and developed knowledge and understanding of EREBB in their classrooms. Mrs Brenda Donnelly has worked humbly behind the scenes, developing booklets, formatting assessment tasks, revamping programmes and the time and effort is so much appreciated. Mrs Sue Kane in the book room is always willing and available in providing textbooks, bibles, and resources for the engagement of the students in the classroom. To the librarians, for their dedication and enthusiasm to the research and assessment tasks the students undertake. The Religious Education department at St Edward’s is the result of committed and dedicated staff who go above and beyond within their classroom to engage the students daily. I would like to personally thank each one of the Religious Education teachers for the time and effort they give to the teaching and learning of their students. I am looking forward to 2022 and the challenges that it brings to provide opportunities to open the doors of faith to our school community!
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