Ethics classes are available at Kensington Public School as an option for children who don’t attend Special Religious Education (SRE/scripture).
Ethics classes support children in developing skills in ethical reasoning, critical thinking, collaborative enquiry and how to support their arguments with evidence. The lesson materials have been approved by the Department of Education.
We do not have enough volunteer ethics teachers at Kensington Public School to meet the demand for classes in 2019. The more children and stages we have requests for, the more teachers are needed.
Volunteering is a great way to engage with the school. Volunteer ethics teachers do not need a background in teaching or ethics, just a willingness to learn how to deliver classes. They must complete a two-day workshop and other online training and accreditation requirements. The approved lesson materials are provided. Ethics teachers must commit to conduct classes each week at the school during school terms for at least one year.
For more information about Primary Ethics, the curriculum or to volunteer as an ethics teacher, please visit www.primaryethics.com.au where you can complete an on-line application or contact Michael Locke, Volunteer Ethics Coordinator, on 0404 506 706 or by email.