Parent Information Night - 1 September

Jonathan holds a Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management in Education and is currently completing a second Masters in Theology (Marriage and Family Studies).  Karen is a registered nurse, a former member of the National Executive of ACNFP and is also completing a Master’s in Marriage and Family Studies. She is the author of several books based on her postgraduate research including, The Genius of Womanhood, Theology and the Body and The Challenge of Pornography. His professional background is in boy's education.

Jonathan and Karen’s DVD curriculum programs, staff professional development and live student seminars are currently used in over 60% of Australia’s Independent and Christian schools.  They now speak annually to tens of thousands of parents, students, teachers and leaders.

Their session will explore a range of themes relevant to relationships and sexuality education for parents including:

- Media and marketing impact upon adolescent relationship and sexual decision making
- Current trends and research in adolescent sexual behaviour in Australia
- The impact of pornography on the attitudes of young men
- The sexualisation of girls
- A Christian approach to the human person – telling a better story
- Practical tips for parents

For futher information you can access their website at www.choices.com.au.  A range of products will be available to review and purchase on the night.

Shalom performs well at Catholic Schools Music Festival

Also to all parents who ensured that their children attended all rehearsals, and encouraged them to practise in their own time between rehearsals. Catholic Schools Festival 2009 will be held on the weekend of 14-16 August.

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