Catholic Identity and Mission
Caroline Chisholm College
Year 12 2027 Senior Retreat
Our Year 12 students gathered at the St Benedict XVI Retreat Centre, this week for their Senior Retreat, marking an important milestone as they prepare to begin their final year at Caroline Chisholm College.
Guided by the theme “What we are is God’s gift to ourselves,” the retreat provided students with a valuable opportunity to step away from the demands of school life, pause and reflect on their personal journeys, and deepen their understanding of themselves, their relationships and their faith. Throughout the retreat sessions, students were encouraged to recognise their unique, God-given gifts and reflect on how they could use these strengths to pursue their hopes and goals throughout Year 12 and beyond. They were challenged to consider how authentic leadership is grounded in service to others, using their gifts to inspire, support and make a positive difference within their College community and the wider world.
A highlight of the retreat was the Liturgy of the Word on their final evening, which the students collaboratively developed as a group. This meaningful celebration provided an opportunity for students to share their faith, reflect on Scripture and bring their hopes and intentions before God. Their involvement demonstrated the importance of community, shared responsibility and recognising the presence of God in one another.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Father Johnson Joseph and Father Sheldon Burke from St Padre Pio Parish for celebrating the Liturgy of the Word with our students and for their continued pastoral care, guidance and support of the College community.
As our Year 12 students embrace this significant year, may they take to heart the words traditionally attributed to St Teresa of Ávila, reminding us that Christ has no hands and feet on earth now but ours. May they recognise that their gifts are not simply for their own benefit, but are an invitation to make Christ present through their words, actions and relationships. May they make this year count not only through their achievements, but through the lives they touch and the positive difference they make. In doing so, may they leave a lasting legacy that reflects the courage, faith and compassion which is the heart of Caroline Chisholm College.
Religious Education Year 7 -10
This term, students in Year 7 -Year 10 are continuing to engage in their learning in Religious Education through the Encountering Jesus curriculum. We recognise that a strong partnership between home and school is essential for children to flourish in all aspects of their learning. As parents and carers, you are the first educators of your children, and we are grateful for the role you play in nurturing their faith.
To support this partnership, Parent Support Information has been provided which outlines the Religious Education Learning Cycles for this term. This resource includes an overview of the Learning Outcomes, Core Scripture, and some suggestions for engagement at home to support your child’s learning and faith development.
We hope this information is helpful as, together, we nurture your child as they grow in faith and deepen their understanding of what it means to live as a follower of Jesus.
Year 7 - Is the Incarnation relevant today?
Year 8 - Is it right to fight for peace?
Year 9 - Is 'Care for our Common Home' a moral imperative?
Ms Jeanette Cocks
Assistant Principal - Catholic Identity and Mission
