Congratulations to three of our Catholic primary schools who have been featured as WIN News Canberra’s ‘School of the Week’.

St John the Apostle Primary School, Florey

At St John the Apostle Primary School, Florey, students and staff take great pride in their Kitchen Garden. Each week, eager students participate in special kitchen garden lessons, where they learn to grow and cook their own food.

“This has been a really important program for helping children understand where their food comes from and develop their own tastes,” said Principal, Matthew Garton.

The initiative has been widely supported by the St John the Apostle Primary School community, whose fundraising efforts contributed to the construction of the garden and the bright, new playground space surrounding it.

St Monica’s Primary School, Evatt

Despite the challenges of COVID-19 and remote learning, the Social Justice Team at St Monica’s Primary School, Evatt, were determined to help vulnerable people in their local community. As part of this year’s Vinnies Winter Appeal, the group coordinated the collection of socks, scarves and beanies to be donated to those most in need.

“We recognise issues in our society and we try to donate and fundraise for them. We make sure we get the whole school involved”, said Giselle Santosuosso (Year 6).

“It’s an opportunity for action,” said Haley Stonham, Social Justice Coordinator. “When they see a social justice need, we talk about it and try to discuss ways that the students can effect change.”

St Bede’s Primary School, Red Hill

At St Bede’s Primary School, Red Hill, STEM is a very important part of the curriculum. Each week, an entire day is dedicated to STEM and students enjoy the opportunity to get creative, building their own inventions and learning about robotics.

Ben Macintyre, STEM Coordinator and Year 5/6 teacher, loves sharing his passion for science and technology with his students. “I hope that the students take away a real passion and enjoyment for science,” said Ben. “Hopefully, it will inspire them to take that into future pathways.”