Curriculum

ACTSmart Earth Hour Awards 2017

Submitted by mericiadmin on May 22, 2017 - 11:49am

Congratulations to all Merici College students and staff for participating in the 2017 Earth Hour. At the ACT Government’s Sustainable School Program Awards Ceremony on Thursday 18 May, Minister Shane Rattenbury MLA awarded our College 1st place for our participation in Earth Hour. In particular, Minister Rattenbury acknowledged our efforts in conserving energy and engaging the community through the various activities organised on the day. Specifically, our interactive art installation of a light globe, where students and staff alike pledged to reduce their ecological footprint.

Merici Weekly Green Tip #11

Submitted by mericiadmin on May 22, 2017 - 11:24am

Here is our green tip for the week:

DID YOU KNOW …

FOR HEATING SYSTEMS TO REACH THEIR MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY,  THEY SHOULD BE SET BETWEEN 19 AND 23 DEGREES.

As the Canberra chill starts to set up, keep this in mind (for your pockets, the planet and your comfort).

 

Bec DeCourcy

Sustainability Officer

 

Merici Weekly Green Tip #9

Submitted by mericiadmin on May 9, 2017 - 10:25am

This week is International Compost Awareness Week!

Did you know that as Australians, almost 50% of the waste we put in our landfill bins is compostable? You can rescue your food waste by starting a composting system at home or in the workplace. Composting is a great tool for gardeners and waste-haters alike!

START YOUR OWN COMPOST

Celebrating Catholic Schools Week

Submitted by mericiadmin on May 1, 2017 - 8:13am

“Catholic Schools Week is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase the innovative learning and faith development that occurs in Catholic schools every day” (Mr Ross Fox, Director Catholic Education Canberra & Goulburn).

Today marks the start of Catholic Schools Week (CSW) when we celebrate excellence in education. The theme for 2017 is Great Learning. Great Communities.

Prayer:

Loving God,

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