Does your business or oganisation have a focus on social impact objectives to the community and education, and wish to support genuinely disadvantaged students in our Sydney Catholic schools? Why not consider becoming a corporate partner with us! drive.google.com/file/d/1FCbBsy…

This week is Healthy Friendship Week. It is an opportunity for children aged between 5 and 12, to learn more about the importance of having positive friendships. youtube.com/watch?v=f6ye-q… #healthyfriendships

We call on the Australian government and Australian people to #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 This may rapidly become Europe’s biggest refugee crisis since WWII if we don't act fast enough. We're looking at between 3-5 million refugees fleeing air raids and violence in freezing conditions.

I renew my invitation for everyone to take part on 2 March, Ash Wednesday, in a Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace in #Ukraine, in order to be near to the suffering Ukrainian people, to be aware that we are all brothers and sisters, and to implore God for an end to the war.

In the last week, we have witnessed the many people, mostly women and children, suddenly become refugees due to the attack on Ukraine. It draws each of us to reflect on our gratitude for freedom as well as those things that we otherwise take for granted.

Shrove Tuesday occurs the day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday when Christians are encouraged to go to confession in preparation for the penitential season that would end 40 days and 40 nights later with Easter Sunday.

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent and 40 days until Easter Sunday. The day is symbolised by the receiving of ashes. The ashes are obtained by burning the palms used on the previous Palm Sunday and are applied in the shape of a cross on the forehead of each worshipper.

3 March is the day the UN announced as UN World Wildlife Day to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. This year World Wildlife Day (WWD) will be celebrated under the theme “Safeguarding key species for ecosystem restoration”wildlifeday.org

Today is International Women's Day Imagine a gender equal world A world free of bias, stereotypes, & discrimination A world that is diverse, equitable, & inclusive A world where difference is valued and celebrated Together we can forge women's equality #BreakTheBias

Our Sydney Catholic schools are enrolling now - Find your local schools here: fal.cn/3mLSv and Grow with Us! #catholiceducation #cefsyd

Does your business or organisation have a focus on social impact objectives to the community and education, and wish to support genuinely disadvantaged students in our Sydney Catholic schools? Why not consider becoming a corporate partner with the Catholic Education Foundation.

This week is Brain Awareness Week and is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. . The brain is one of the most complex and fascinating organs in the human body. Find out more here: youtu.be/o89FlxpCYn4

On March 17, Catholics celebrate St. Patrick, the fifth century bishop and patron of Ireland. St. Patrick is most revered not only for driving away the snakes from Ireland, but for what he brought, and the foundation he built for the generations of Christians who followed him.

Today is the National Day of Action against Bullying & Violence. The theme for 2022 is Kindness Culture. By building Kindness Culture together, we can promote inclusion, respect and community belonging for all students in schools. More info: bullyingnoway.gov.au

This week we celebrate Harmony Week with the theme 'Everyone Belongs'. Harmony Week celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.​ More information: harmony.gov.au

Today is World Water Day. Water, particularly clean water, is essential to every part of our existence; from drinking and hydration to the growing of food and hygiene. This year's theme - Groundwater; making the invisible visible worldwaterday.org/learn #WorldWaterDay

Today, the Catholic Education Foundation-Sydney and SydCatholicSchools gathered to acknowledge #NationalSorryDay through prayer, song, film and art. fb.watch/deGXZCBjEV/ via facebookwatch

The end of the financial year is only a couple of weeks away, and by making a donation to the Catholic Education Foundation, you are not only supporting our disadvantaged students in our schools, but you will receive a tax-deductible receipt! Visit: bpoint.com.au/payments/cathe…

Are you looking for a last minute tax deduction for the 21/22 Financial Year? Why not consider supporting our disadvantaged students via a donation to the Catholic Education Foundation? Donate here: bpoint.com.au/payments/cathe…

Last week the CEF celebrated our End of Year Gathering and Drinks. A big thank you to all the Secondary School Business Managers and Sydney Catholic Schools Staff who attended to thank our Corporate Partners for all their support of our CEF Bursary students.