Executive Director’s Update to Principals #32 - 3 July 2025

Support for drought-affected families

As many of our rural and regional communities continue to face the impact of drought, I want to acknowledge the strain this places on families, particularly those in farming and related industries.

In collaboration with CatholicCare Victoria and the St Vincent de Paul Society, we’ve compiled a summary of the support available to families experiencing financial hardship due to drought. This includes access to school fee assistance, wellbeing and parenting services, and practical material support such as uniforms, fuel vouchers and help with utility bills.

I encourage you to share this information with your school community, particularly with families who may be doing it tough but reluctant to ask for help.

View the letter to families here.

Families are also encouraged to speak confidentially with their school Principal to access assistance.

Thank you for your continued care and leadership.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Please consider the attached sponsorship opportunity for studies through the Yarra Theological Union and/or Catholic Theological College. The Therese D’Orsa Mission Education Bursaries are now open for applications, but please note the tight deadline (Friday 11 July) for submissions.

Tom Sexton currently on leave

As a reminder, Tom Sexton is currently on personal leave until 27 July 2025. During this time, Megan Ioannou will serve as Acting Executive Director.