LEAD Awards for Excellence
2017
The strategic direction for Catholic Education WA is summed up in the acronym LEAD:
Learning, Engagement, Accountability and Discipleship.
As we continue to apply LEAD principles across all levels of our system, we recognise excellence in Catholic Schools through the LEAD Awards for Excellence.
We are looking for projects or initiatives that are leading transformative learning experiences for students, staff and community.
What does LEAD mean?
- LEARNING is what we do – We are committed to learning at every level.
- ENGAGEMENT is essential – We are committed to Catholic Education’s mission through relationships with all.
- ACCOUNTABILITY is not optional – We have personal and collective responsibility for our system’s success.
- DISCIPLESHIP is our calling – We are committed to deepening our relationship with Jesus.
What is the purpose of the LEAD Awards?
The LEAD Awards endeavour to:
- Promote excellence in Catholic Education
- To help further apply the strategic direction of LEAD
- Encourage school communities and individuals to reflect of their achievements
- Share initiatives and best practice among school communities
- Increase understanding and awareness of the achievements of Catholic Schools in WA.
In 2017 there will be up to eight awards, with a maximum of two awards conferred in each category (Learning, Engagement, Accountability and Discipleship). Successful applicants/nominees will receive $4000 to be used to further support their project/initiative. The judges reserve the right not to confer an award.
Any staff member can make an application or be nominated (group nominations are also accepted).
What does my application need to include?
Define and describe a current project/initiative aligning with one of the four strategic direction areas- Learning, Engagement, Accountability or Discipleship.
Your response should clearly demonstrate:
- The project/initiative’s objectives
- A summary of the what the project/initiative involved
- What outcomes the project/initiative delivered for students and your school, attach any evidence of the outcomes (electronic forms)
- A brief statement on the sustainability of the project
Applicants are encouraged to be creative with their submission. All types of presentations are encouraged - photographs, videos, slides, webinars and presentations of all kinds (Videos should not exceed 4 minutes).
The support of two referees, through the inclusion of a one-page statement of support for the project/initiative from each referee. The panel reserves the right to contact other referees if required.
Applications must be signed, dated and submitted by Friday 23 June, 2017.
How are nominations assessed?
A judging panel comprising of Principals, other external assessors and CEWA representatives will be established to independently rate and assess applications according to the quality and clarity of:
- The project/initiatives objectives
- A summary of the what the project/initiative involved
- What outcomes the project/initiative delivered for students
Preference will be given to projects/initiatives that are current or have been undertaken recently, rather than historically.
The panel reserves the right to swap applications to different actions areas if appropriate.
Recommendations will be forwarded to the Executive Director for final approval.
Who is eligible to enter?
To nominate in the LEAD Awards for Excellence in 2017 you must:
- Be a current member of staff in a Catholic school in Western Australia
- Focus your application on one primary strategic direction – Leadership, Engagement, Accountability, Discipleship
- Be currently involved in the initiative
- Be supported by two referees
- Agree to spend the award money to further the project/initiative or deliver Professional Development related to the project/initiative
- Have demonstrated positive outcomes for student, staff, school and community in Catholic Education
- Demonstrate high levels of commitment and significant contribution to the school community
2016 LEAD Award recipients
- Iona Presentation Primary School Makerspace and Robotics Program
- St Norbert College Mathematics Workshops
- St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School KidsMatter Framework
- Mater Dei College Sorry Day Performance
- Santa Maria College Faith in Action
- Lumen Christi College Lumen Link
- Mercy College K-12 Enrichment Centre
How do I apply?
Applications are currently open for the LEAD Awards for Excellence 2017, with submissions closing on Friday, 23 June 2017.
Application Forms can be downloaded via the following link:
Applications should be submitted via email to Michael.ciccarelli@cewa.edu.au by Friday 23 June 2017, with links included to supporting presentations and media files on OneDrive (accessible via portal.cewa.edu.au).
- All applicants will be informed of their status by 28 July 2017
- The Awards will be presented at the Catholic Schools Staff Breakfast on 8 August 2017