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Enrolling in SRE. S pecial R eligious E ducation. The enrolment form. Parents need to identify if they wish their child to receive SRE (page 2). Christian SRE. For more information about Christian SRE, see the brochures:. HIGH SCHOOL. P R I M A R Y. SRE and GRE.
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Enrolling in SRE Special Religious Education
The enrolment form • Parents need to identify if they wish their child to receive SRE (page 2)
Christian SRE For more information about Christian SRE, see the brochures: HIGH SCHOOL P R I M A R Y
SRE and GRE • Christian Special Religious Education (SRE) classes introduce children to Jesus, the Bible and Christianity. • Children learn about other faiths and cultures in General Religious Education (GRE) which is part of normal classroom lessons.
Why choose SRE? • There are many benefits of choosing SRE
Benefit 1: Education • SRE helps parents educate their children in matters of faith. • SRE encourages children to embrace the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would have them treat you. • SRE teachers model what it means to live according to a faith.
Benefit 2: Spirituality • SRE classes are a place to ask the spiritual questions like: • Is God real? • Can I see God? • Sometimes parents and classroom teachers feel ill-equipped to answer these questions.
Benefit 3: People of faith SRE teachers are • generally enthusiastic volunteers • loving and respectful – good people for children to spend time with.
Benefit 4: Bible Literacy Bible stories • enrich our understanding of the English language and literature • explore the geography and history of the Middle East • illustrate the Christian values underlying Australian society.
Benefit 5: God’s love • The words of the Bible are known to bring comfort and challenge. They are heard at Anzac Day services, funerals and weddings. • During SRE lessons children will deepen their understanding of God’s love for them.
Benefit 6: Prayer • Children learn about prayer. • Other than church or Sunday School, which many children don’t get a chance to experience, SRE classes are a place where prayer can take place naturally as part of the lesson.
Who are the teachers? • SRE teachers are volunteers. • Some are priests, pastors and ministers. • All SRE teachers are members of local churches, often working together to teach a whole school. • It is a requirement that SRE teachers have child protection training.
What do the children learn? • The basics of the Christian religion. • They will hear the main stories of the Bible during their years in primary school. • Most teachers use educational curriculum professionally produced by church agencies. • Lessons include activities such as: • Music and drama • Storytelling and puppets • Colouring in, puzzles and games.
How do I find out more? • You are welcome to ask the SRE teacher. • You can look at the material on display today. • You can attend special assemblies at Christmas and Easter.