R U OK? Day is celebrated annually in Australia on the second Thursday of every September. On this day Australians check up on each other especially those who may be going through a tough time. In the busyness of our daily lives it is great that days like R U OK? are observed to make us and those around us seen, heard, and understood. The day also addresses the crisis of social isolation and community cohesiveness. With a focus on the prevention of suicides and counseling, R U OK? Day can save lives.

School Visitors - Last week, we were thrilled to showcase some of the great teaching and learning that is happening at St Monica's, to visiting teachers from NSW and Victoria. Catholic Education's Catalyst intitiative is gaining wide interest from other schools, Dioceses and Education Departments across the country.