World Autism Awareness Day and Month

Last Saturday 2nd April, it was World Autism Awareness or "Understanding/Acceptance" Day. This year marked the 15th annual World Autism Awareness Day.

Autism Awareness Day was created to highlight the world’s need to help improve the quality of life of those with autism. Inclusivity and respect are basic human rights. Educating the community about autism will lead to a society where children and adults with autism can lead full and meaningful lives and reach their full potential.

It would be nearly impossible to go through your life without encountering someone who is on the autism spectrum. In Australia, it is estimated that approximately 1 in 100 people have Autism.

In 2018 there were 205,200 Australians with Autism, a 25.1% increase from the 164,000 in 2015. This means that in a year level of 300 children, statistically there will be at least three students on the autism spectrum. Therefore, it is important that everyone has an awareness and understanding of people on the autism spectrum so that we can foster inclusivity in our community.

Cross Country

Cross Country for 2022 will be taking place on Friday 29th April (Friday Week 1, Term 2). We would love some more parent volunteers. If you are able to assist, could you please email Brett Seaman at brett.seaman@cg.catholic.edu.au 

NAPLAN 2022

Just a reminder for Year 3 and 5 parents and carers that NAPLAN will take place in Week 3 of next Term. If there are any parents who would like to discuss provisions or exemptions with me, please contact me via email at rebekah.brown@cg.catholic.edu.au 

Rebekah Brown

Assistant Principal and Inclusion Coordinator