CeSIS and CeFMS Update
The CEnet Member Dioceses CeSIS and CeFMS rollout is continuing with 590 portals and an additional 4 schools migrating to Ancestry in the last fortnight, bringing the total to 414 schools migrated to Ancestry.
Eleven of the participating Member Dioceses have completed the CeSIS rollout and five dioceses have also completed the CeFMS portion of their rollout.
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This shared services rollout is significant in its scale and success, and is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the CEnet member community.
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CEnet Staff Feedback
A big thank you to readers who have taken the time to share details of positive interactions with members of the CEnet team.
CEnet celebrates outstanding efforts and the addition of great feedback from Member Dioceses is a welcome addition that will be shared with all staff.
Have you had a positive experience with a CEnet staff member?
Please tell us via this form, we'll be sure to let them know.
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From CEnet Member Dioceses
It is always wonderful to hear from member dioceses and we appreciate people who take the time to share.
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Diocese of Lismore eBooks
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The Diocese of Lismore has produced "Taking Flight with iPad" Apple Book series. The student series has been designed to teach K-6 students how to care for iPad, and prepare and approach iPad for a day of learning in a fun and creative way. The activities also give students the foundational skills they need to express themselves through drawing, photography, video, and music on iPad.
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The books take the students on a journey earning a stamp for their iPad Passport after conquering each iPad destination. A teacher guide to support teachers is also available.
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Share a Story
The CEnet Member Bulletin provides a great opportunity to share information about activities occurring in Member Dioceses.
If your diocese has an interesting story to share contact us.
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Magazines Now Available in Sora
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The CEnet Member Dioceses ACEN eBook Consortium, recently purchased a Magazine package which has been added to the Overdrive collection.
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Staff and students are now able to borrow magazines on the device of their choice through Sora. All magazines are available as Simultaneous Use, meaning there is no waiting — simply borrow the magazine, download it to your device, and enjoy reading the articles.
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Magazines are on loan for 14 days (then self-return) and do not count towards your total number of other loans in Sora. Back issues of the magazines are also available.
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The collection has something for everyone with over 390 titles covering education and special interest.
The addition of magazines with Simultaneous Use licensing has been very well received by member dioceses. Here is an example.
This is a fabulous initiative, our schools are very excited to explore the new collections! Thanks to all involved or organising.
Have a look at this short video or this how-to page for more information on enjoying your favourite magazine.
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Upcoming Events
- 24 November 4.15 pm - 5.00 pm AEDT Introduction to the Hour of Code
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Introduction to the Hour of Code
Catholic Learning Online brings you a short, sharp primer for The Hour Of Code, an international event that runs from December 6-12.
Over 1.3 Billion students around the world have participated in Hour of Code and we would love to see 2021 as the biggest year yet.
You will learn about Hour of Code, how to run your own event in your classroom/school and how to register with Hour of Code. In addition, Kim Vernon from ACARA will explore the curriculum links addressed in Hour of Code activities and how this translates into the NSW Curriculum.
Participants will:
- Understand the benefits of participating in Hour of Code
- Explore the coding options available.
- Learn how to register their Hour of Code event
- Learn how Hour of Code activities are linked to the Australian Curriculum
Session Information:
- 24 November - 4.15 pm - 5.00 pm AEDT
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CLO Workshop Recording Archive
If you or your colleagues would like to access the Catholic Learning Online Events, workshop recordings can be found in the Catholic Learning Online Resources page.
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Other Professional Learning Oppportunities
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Microsoft Innovate with Azure Skills Bootcamp
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Microsoft is offering a week of free training tailored to IT professionals and leaders building specialist skills in cloud, data and AI in the Microsoft Innovate with Azure Skills Bootcamp, 29 November – 3 December 2021.
The skills bootcamp provides an opportunity to upskill and learn how Microsoft Azure solutions can provide the building blocks to innovate in a week that has something for everyone!
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Participants have the option of joining one session or many, covering interactive workshops, webinars and Ask the Experts and will leave with new skills to leverage the diverse capabilities of Azure.
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It is well documented that young women are under-represented in STEM subjects and careers. Today, only 17% of Australian IT and Engineering University graduates are women which has a knock-on effect on representation in the tech industry.
Microsoft ANZ is partnering with Girl Geek Academy, education social enterprise, to launch the Girl Geek Academy x Microsoft AI Series – a free, digital program to inspire and educate young women in Year 7-10 to build STEM, Coding & AI skills.
This initiaitive builds off the pilot program run in January – June 2021, which saw 400+ girls across the country, from 180 schools, provided with access to learn from 40+ Microsoft mentors, and saw some incredibly creative AI projects!
Sessions will take place every Monday after school from 5pm – 6:30pm (AEDT) from October 2021 – June 30 2022.
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Teacher Librarian Professional Learning Community Conference 2022
The Teacher Librarian Professional Learning Community (TLPLC) is a not for profit support network for teacher librarian staff. Its annual conference provides a forum for teacher librarians and school library staff in Catholic and Independent schools in NSW and the ACT to share expertise and learn new skills.
The 2022 TLPLC conference will be held at Rydges Mount Panorama Hotel, Bathurst on 26 and 27 May 2022.
The theme of the Conference is Racing towards new frontiers: Teacher Librarians steering to success.
Teacher Librarians and Library staff who are interested in attending this conference can register interest on the TLPLC website to see how they can become involved in the conference and to keep up to date with all details as they become available.
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Book of the Week
The CEnet Member Dioceses ACEN eBook Consortium, with the assistance of Lisa Nash and Saba Maniar from the Digital Learning and Library Services in Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta, provide the book of the week feature for students and staff who have access to the SORA eBook Library.
Each week, two reading recommendations for eBooks or audio books, with age guidance are published for primary school students and high school students and to make sure that no-one is left out, there is a recommendation for staff too.
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