Catholic Education Week 2026

As we celebrate Catholic Education Week 2026, we give thanks for the students, educators, leaders and families who together create communities where the peace of Christ is known and shared.

The theme for Catholic Education Week 2026 is “Seek Peace and Pursue It.” This message guides our celebrations and activities throughout the week, encouraging students to reflect on the values at the heart of Catholic education. Together, we will explore ways to build peace in our classrooms, our homes and our wider community.

Catholic schools are called not only to educate the mind, but to form the whole person in the light of the Gospel. By intentionally seeking and actively pursuing peace, our College strives to create a community grounded in respect, justice, compassion, reconciliation, and hope.

In our College the call to peace is lived out each day through learning, relationships and service. Students are encouraged to grow not only in knowledge, but also in empathy, respect and a commitment to the common good. Teachers and staff model the values of the Gospel, helping our young people to become people of faith, hope and peace in their families and communities.

Winton Wetlands - F.I.R.E. Carriers

Last Tuesday, a group of students were commissioned as F.I.R.E. Carriers (Friends Igniting Reconciliation through Education).

Students spent the day on country at Winton Wetlands, led by Nikki James, who shared her story and the stories of her ancestors. Nikki James spoke about the significance of the wetlands and explained how the area has long been home to Aboriginal people, sharing its cultural and historical importance.

After visiting cultural landmarks, the students were commissioned as F.I.R.E. Carriers through a traditional smoking ceremony.

To be a FIRE Carrier is to exercise an important leadership role in the school community. FIRE carriers are students that share a passion for learning about Aboriginal culture and history and are committed to sharing this knowledge and promoting reconciliation within and beyond the school community.

Top Screen Exhibition

On Wednesday 29 April, our Media and Vet Screen and Media students from years 9 to 12 attended the Top Screen exhibition in Melbourne.

They had the opportunity to view some of the top short films and animations created by Media students in 2025, and have a Q&A session with some of the filmmakers.

This included our very own Lilli Boyd, whose animation, "Alley" was one of the selected films! Congratulations again to Lilli for your achievement.

While they were visiting ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) they also checked out the Story of the Moving Image exhibition, which included history of films, interactive activities, video games, and more.

It looks like they had a fantastic time!

Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN)

Last weekend four Year 9 students participated in a program called RYPEN run by Rotary International and sponsored by the Rotary Club of Shepparton and the Mooroopna Rotary Club.

The four students selected Tiere, Kaitlin, Katie and Paige departed after school on Friday to Camp Getaway near Axedale and returned Sunday afternoon.

RYPEN stands for Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment. During an intensive residential weekend, young people aged approximately 14 to 16 years develop increased motivation, improved life skills, better self-image, pride in themselves and an understanding of setting and achieving goals.

At the same time, participants are interacting with peers from different backgrounds, and different parts of Victoria, improving their teamwork skills and having fun!! All this done in an informal atmosphere, where questions and debates are encouraged.

The students will present their experiences at a Rotary meeting in the coming weeks.

Well done Paige, Kaitlin, Tiere and Katie, your leadership and courage to take on this program shows your eagerness to accept the challenge and opportunity afforded.