A message from the Leader of Religious Education
Sarah Gardiner
"Lent comes providentially to reawaken us, to shake us from our lethargy."
– Pope Francis
As we find ourselves midway through the term and well into the season of Lent, our Religious Education classes are deep into meaningful learning and some exciting projects. Here's a quick snapshot of where each year group is at and what's coming up:
Year 7
Year 7 are exploring the beliefs that shape a Catholic faith community.
They’re putting this learning into action through their first formal assessment task – a group service project and advertisement campaign designed to promote good works in our community.
Due: 9am, Tuesday 1 April (Week 10)
Year 8
Year 8 are asking the big question "Who is the Church?" and thinking about the people and purpose that bring the Church to life today.
Their assessment task is a “Project on a Page”, creatively capturing this concept.
Due: Tuesday 8 April (Week 11)
Year 9
Year 9 are reflecting on faith – what it means, why it matters, and how it helps us know God. They will not have a formal task this term, however, they have been developing their literacy skills by practicing TEEL paragraphs in class.
Year 10
Year 10 are diving into worldviews, exploring how our beliefs shape the way we see ourselves and the world around us.
They are currently working on a research report tackling the ultimate question: "What is the meaning of life?"
Due: 9am, Wednesday 2 April (Week 10)
Year 11
Studies of Religion (2 Unit) students are beginning an in-class research project comparing two ancient religions, which they will present to their classmates in the coming weeks.
All Studies of Religion students are preparing for their upcoming exam on the Nature of Religion and Beliefs.
Exam: Monday 31 March (Week 10)
Studies in Catholic Thought students are investigating what it means to be human through the lens of Catholic tradition and are preparing for their first formal task.
Due: Tuesday 25 March (Week 9)
Year 12
Studies in Catholic Thought students have recently submitted a multimodal presentation on "The Good Life" and are now learning about "The Good Works," looking at Catholic ethical teachings in action.
Studies of Religion students are wrapping up their Islam depth study and working on a research report. This is their second formal HSC task.
Due: Friday 28 March (Week 9)
As always, thank you for the support you provide your young people at home as they balance learning, assessments, and reflection this term. May this season continue to "reawaken" us all, not only in our studies but in the way we walk together as a community.
United in Mercy