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Family Partnerships in Education: St. Monica’s College, Epping’s Approach

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  St. Monica’s College Epping, located in Melbourne, is deeply committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all its students. With a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse, the college has implemented a comprehensive Child Safety and Protection program. Catholic education in Australia emphasises the holistic development of students, nurturing their spiritual, academic, and personal growth. St. Monica’s College Epping, embraces this philosophy, striving to create a safe and supportive environment where students can flourish. Partnership with Families Catholic education at St. Monica’s College Epping, is seen as a partnership between the school and families. Families are recognized as the primary and ongoing educators of their children. This partnership is crucial for the faith formation, learning, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people. Child Safety and Protection Program St. Monica’s College Epping, has a robust Child Safety and Protection program i...

What Is Religiosity and How Is It Related to Catholic Education?

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    Religiosity, in simple terms, refers to how much people are into their religion. It's about their beliefs, practices, and how important religion is to them. When we talk about Catholic education in Epping , religiosity is a big deal. It's what makes Catholic schools here unique and special. This article delves into the profound influence of religiosity on Catholic education, highlighting its role in shaping students' spiritual growth and moral development. Religiosity in Catholic Education Catholic education isn't just about learning math, science, and history. It's about learning these subjects through the lens of Catholic beliefs and teachings. This means that religion is part of everything students learn, helping them see the connection between what they study and their faith. Integration of Faith and Learning At Catholic faith schools, religion is part of everything students learn. So, when they study science or history, they also discover how these subjects...

Introducing SMC Business Connect: Strengthening Community Ties at St. Monica's College

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At St. Monica's College, we believe in the power of community and the importance of staying connected. As part of our commitment to our alumni base, parent network, and local businesses, including Epping Secondary School , we are excited to introduce SMC Business Connect, a new initiative aimed at strengthening community and business relations. Our Philosophy: Connecting and Growing Together Our philosophy is simple yet powerful: by remaining connected, we can grow together. With strong and ever-increasing enrollments predicted for the future, we have a large and solid community network. Our Strategic Plan 'Towards the Future 2020-2024' identifies the goal of strengthening community and business relations, particularly in light of the challenges faced by Victorian businesses in recent times. Now, more than ever, is the time to come together and support one another, including through platforms like St. Monica's College Reviews. What is SMC Business Connect? At St. Moni...