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09 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
GRAND OPENING OF THE JARARA CULTURAL CENTRE ✨ The Jarara Cultural Centre has officially opened its new space at the Aengus Kavanagh Centre. The occasion began with a meaningful cultural ceremony, followed by a short film showcasing the inspiring work of the Jarara team and their Junior Ranger Program. Guests were also invited to take part in a hands-on, interactive art installation within the space. 🤝 Supporting schools across the Diocese, Jarara delivers a wide range of programs and services, with a mission to create a culturally safe and welcoming environment where truth-telling, connection to culture and reconciliation are lived every day. Learn more about the important work of Jarara here 👉https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/learning/specialised-learning/jarara
08 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
✝️ ST MARY MACKILLOP FAITH IN ACTION AWARDS LAUNCH CSPD school leaders came together to launch the St Mary MacKillop Faith in Action Award - a new initiative encouraging students to live out their faith through service. The launch highlighted how the program will empower students to grow as people of compassion and justice, putting faith into action within their communities 🤝 With the support of partner organisations including Caritas Australia, Catholic Mission, Catholic Healthcare, Jesuit Refugee Service 'JRS' Australia, Jesuit Social Services, Marist180, St Vincent de Paul (Vinnies NSW), St Lucy's School and St Edmund's College Wahroonga, the program will connect students to meaningful opportunities in service, advocacy and outreach. Learn more about the Awards launch here 👉 https://catholicoutlook.org/st-mary-mackillop-faith-in-action-award-inspires-students-to-serve-others/ And discover what Faith in Action means for our students 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs9z9o1eH5k
05 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
HAPPY EASTER! 🐣✨ This Easter, may we lead with kindness, share compassion freely and be there for one another when it counts. May this season draw us closer together and fill our hearts with renewed hope. 🤍 Wishing all a joyful Easter - we hope your day has been filled with egg-citement, sweet treats and a little Easter Bunny magic! 🐰🍫 📸 Bethany Catholic Primary School, Glenmore Park, Santa Sophia Catholic College Gables, St Canice's Primary Katoomba, St Mary MacKillop Primary, Penrith South, St Pauls Catholic College, Greystanes, St Patrick's Primary School Blacktown, St Michael's Baulkham Hills, Sacred Heart Primary School Mount Druitt, St Nicholas of Myra Primary Penrith, Christ the King Primary School North Rocks, St Bernadette's Primary, Castle Hill
04 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
EGG-STRAORDINARY HAT PARADES 🐣🎩 Easter season means one thing… the return of the most creative (and egg-stra fun) hat parades! We’ve been blown away by the imagination, colour and creativity on display, with students going all out to design their own egg-travagant masterpieces. 🐰✨ Here’s just a glimpse of the incredible hats - head to your local Catholic school’s Facebook page to see the full parade fun! St Canice's Primary Katoomba, Bethany Catholic Primary School, Glenmore Park, St Madeleine's Primary, Kenthurst, St Nicholas of Myra Primary Penrith, St John XXIII Catholic College Stanhope Gardens, Our Lady of the Way School, Emu Plains, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Wentworthville, St Paul the Apostle Primary Winston Hills, Santa Sophia Catholic College Gables, Warren Kirby MP
03 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
GOOD FRIDAY ✝️ On this solemn day, we pause to reflect on sacrifice, love and the hope that endures in even the most challenging moments. Through Stations of the Cross, reenactments, liturgies and quiet reflection, our school communities engaged in meaningful experiences that brought the message of Holy Week to life. 🙏 We thank our dedicated teachers and staff for guiding students with care and intention, creating opportunities for thoughtful reflection and understanding. 🤍 📸 Bede Polding College South Windsor, Caroline Chisholm College Glenmore Park, Catherine McAuley Westmead, Holy Cross Primary Glenwood, Holy Trinity Primary School Granville, Mary Immaculate Primary School Quakers Hill, Mother Teresa Primary Westmead, Our Lady of the Nativity, Lawson NSW, Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Kellyville, Our Lady of the Way School, Emu Plains, Patrician Brothers' College, Blacktown, Penola Catholic College Emu Plains, Sacred Heart Primary School Mount Druitt, St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofields & Nirimba, St Agnes CHS Rooty Hill, St Thomas Aquinas Primary School Springwood,St Bernadette's Primary Dundas Valley, St John's Primary, Riverstone, St John XXIII Catholic College Stanhope Gardens, St Monica's Primary School Richmond, St Nicholas of Myra Primary Penrith, St Patrick's Guildford, St Patrick's Parramatta, Xavier College Llandilo
02 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
HOLY THURSDAY ✨ Our school communities marked Holy Thursday through meaningful moments of reflection, exploring the importance of humility, service and care for others. Through the washing of the feet and the story of the Last Supper, students reflected on what it means to put others first and lead with kindness. Holy Thursday offers us all a moment to reflect on how we can show compassion, empathy and respect in our everyday interactions ❤️ 📸 St Monica's North Parramatta, Mary Immaculate Primary School Quakers Hill, Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Kellyville, Sacred Heart Primary School Mount Druitt, Our Lady of the Nativity, Lawson NSW, Our Lady of Lourdes Seven Hills, St Bernadette's Primary Dundas Valley, St Monica's Primary School Richmond, St Nicholas of Myra Primary Penrith, Gilroy Catholic College Castle Hill
01 Apr 2026
From CSPD Facebook
🚲 NATIONAL RIDE TO SCHOOL DAY! 🛴 Last week, Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Kellyville celebrated National Ride to School Day, continuing a much-loved tradition within the school community! The bike racks were filled with bikes and scooters as students embraced the opportunity to ride to school, with many families getting involved and parents joining in on the ride or supporting along the way 🚴♀️ It's wonderful to see the community come together to promote active travel, wellbeing and sustainability in such a fun and engaging way! 👏✨
31 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
SUIT COMPLETION CEREMONY 🎓 Year 12 students, alongside their families, CSPD Pathways & Careers Advisors and school leaders, recently gathered to celebrate an important milestone in their learning journey. 👏 A total of 79 students from the 2025-2026 cohort successfully completed the Step Up Into Teaching (SUIT) program, receiving early offers into their preferred teaching degree at Australian Catholic University (ACU). Through the strong partnership between ACU and CSPD, students were provided with the opportunity to begin their tertiary studies while completing their HSC, undertaking two university units and gaining valuable insight into the teaching profession. 💬 This experience has supported a confident transition to university and fostered a strong sense of purpose as students prepare for a future in education. Congratulations to all students on this significant achievement - your dedication and achievement are something to be truly proud of! ✨
