The Archdiocesan Commission for Catholic Schools (ACCS) works with Catholic schools to strengthen the Catholic ethos in their communities, and support the religious, civics and moral education these schools provide.

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What does it mean to be an “Easter people” in Education? By Mrs Shirley Tan

“We are an Easter people, and Alleluia is our song!” This is a quote attributed to St. Augustine of Hippo and popularised by St. John Paul II. We believe that we are an Easter people because the resurrection of Jesus shows that suffering, disappointment and death can be transformed into new life. Easter gives us […]

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What if …? By Ms Sylvia Chua

Every time I announce details of events happening in school, my students will ask ‘what if’ questions – what if it rains? what if we don’t bring our planner?’ So, I considered a ‘what if’ question that had been in my mind in the past. What if Jesus did not resurrect and ascend to His […]

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The Joy of Teaching: To Give Life Through the Commandments By Br Kenneth Tham

Whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do so will be called least in the kingdom of heaven. But whoever obeys and teaches these commandments will be called greatest in the kingdom of heaven. (Mt 5:19) Lent is upon us once again, with Ash Wednesday on March 5th marking […]

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SSSSSSHH! Learning to be still this Lent by Michelle Tan

“The Lord will fight for you. You have only to be still.” (Exodus 14:14) A dead end and a death end – pinned between the armies of Pharoah behind them, and the waters of the Red Sea before them – the Israelites, who had been liberated from slavery in Egypt by the hand of God, […]

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Catholic Education for Faith and Renewal By Mrs Shirley Tan & Mrs Pauline Wong

The Lunar New Year, which began on 29 January, 2025, is an important festival for the Chinese in the Far East and the worldwide diaspora, including Singapore. Marking the arrival of spring, its celebration is steeped in rich cultural traditions having deep spiritual meanings. It reminds us of the importance of family relationships, the circle […]

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Pope Francis’ 7 elements of God’s pedagogy by Michelle Tan

“The greatest gift we can give anyone is the gift of Jesus. Don’t be afraid to give Jesus to our young people. Don’t be afraid! They will be grateful to you for eternity!” This was the closing exhortation of Cardinal William Goh to some 500 Catholic educators, educators and students in Catholic schools, religious sisters […]

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Faith Formation

St. Joseph Calasanz

Joseph Calasanz was born in Spain on September 11, 1556, the youngest of eight children. Joseph’s parents were members of the nobility and devout Catholics who ensured that he was well educated and learned his catechism from a young age. When Joseph was about 14 years of age, he was sent to a school run by […]

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Reflection on Cardinal’s Homily by Jonathan Hee of CJC

Cardinal’s homily during the Commencement of School Year Mass struck me when he spoke about leaders teaching with their being. He referenced Moses and how he journeyed, suffered, and tolerated the people of Israel throughout their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. Moses even offered himself to take punishment from God for the wrongful […]

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Homily: Listen

“…listen to his voice! Harden not your hearts” (Psalm 95.8) These words are in fact from the responsorial psalm on 10 September 2023, the day our diocese celebrated Catholic Education Sunday. Whether we are a student or an educator, a parent or a parishioner, they remind us whose voice must ultimately matter to us: the […]

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