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26 Jan 2026
Applications now open for the 2026 CSPD Teacher Scholarship Program
Applications due by 26 January 2026.
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05 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
🌟 CELEBRATING COMMUNITY SERVICE CHAMPIONS 🌟 Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education and Federal Member for Blaxland, recently hosted his annual Community Service Awards, now in its 17th year. The awards honour local students who go above and beyond to serve their schools and wider communities - creating positive change where it matters most. 🤝 We’re proud to celebrate students from four of our schools who were recognised with a Community Service Award: 🏅 Cerdon College Merrylands – Chanelle S. (Year 11) 🏅 Delany College Granville – Kuae Y. (Year 10) 🏅 Holy Family Primary Granville East – Ava W. (Year 6) 🏅 St Patrick’s Primary Guildford – Mercedes M. (Year 6) A special shoutout to Chanelle from Cerdon College, who also took part in Jason Clare’s Q&A session, sharing her inspiring work and strong commitment to giving back to the community 👏 🙌 Congratulations to these incredible students for their compassion, leadership and service - you are truly making a difference in our community! @delanycollegegranville @cerdon.college @holyfamilyprimarygranville @stpatricksprimaryguildford #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney
04 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
✅ Achieve your career goals ✅ Build meaningful professional connections ✅ Gain valuable insight and guidance Through the 2026 CSPD Teacher Scholarship Program, you could access all this and more! If you’re a recent Year 12 graduate planning to begin a Primary or Secondary teaching degree this year, this scholarship program could be the perfect next step in your teaching journey. ⏰ Applications close 26 January 2026 – don’t miss out! #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney #teacherscholarship
04 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
👨🏫 TEACHERS WHO INSPIRE 🌟 Meet Steve Lans, Science Leader of Learning and Eco Group Coordinator at Bede Polding College South Windsor - a teacher whose dedication to science, care for the environment and commitment to faith in action are making a lasting impact on students! ✨ Steve brings lessons to life, helping students explore the natural world and understand their role as stewards of creation. Known for his generosity and humility, he leads environmental initiatives, spirituality programs and reflective experiences inspired by Laudato Si’. From planting native trees to connecting science with faith, Steve inspires curiosity, responsibility and a lifelong love of learning both inside and outside the classroom. 🌱👏 Read more about Steve’s inspiring work in the National Catholic Education Commission feature via the link in our bio! @bedepoldingsouthwindsor #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney #teacherswhoinspire
02 Jan 2026
From CSPD Facebook
👨🏫 TEACHERS WHO INSPIRE 🌟 Meet Steve Lans, Science Leader of Learning and Eco Group Coordinator at Bede Polding College South Windsor - a teacher whose passion for science, care for the environment and commitment to faith in action are shaping young minds in incredible ways! ✨ Steve brings learning to life by helping students connect scientific concepts with the natural world and their role as stewards of creation. Known for his generosity, humility and service to the community, he plays a key role in environmental initiatives, spirituality programs and reflective experiences inspired by Laudato Si'. From planting native trees with students to forging meaningful links between science and faith, Steve’s work inspires curiosity, responsibility and a love for learning both inside and beyond the classroom. 🌱👏 Check out the National Catholic Education Commission’s feature on Steve’s inspiring journey and impact here! 👉 https://ncec.catholic.edu.au/media-centre/teachers-who-inspire-steve-lans-inspiring-stewardship-science-and-faith-at-bede-polding-college/?_sm_au_=iVVwDDHtj456N3TQ8H41FK7TcWCJp
03 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
🎨 ARTICULATE 2025 IS OUT NOW! ✨ ARTICULATE 2025 is now live, showcasing outstanding artworks created by HSC Visual Arts students from Bede Polding College South Windsor, Caroline Chisholm College Glenmore Park, Catherine McAuley Westmead, Cerdon College Merrylands, Delany College Granville, Emmaus Catholic College Kemps Creek, Gilroy Catholic College Castle Hill, Marian Catholic College Kenthurst, Nagle CollegeBlacktown South, Patrician Brothers' College Blacktown, Penola Catholic College Emu Plains, Santa Sophia Catholic College Gables, St Agnes CHS Rooty Hill, St Andrews College Marayong, St Clare's Catholic High Hassall Grove, St Columba's Catholic College Springwood, St John Paul II Catholic College Schofields, St John XXIII Catholic College Stanhope Gardens, St Luke's Catholic College Marsden Park, St Patrick's Marist College Dundas, St Pauls Catholic College Greystanes and Xavier College Llandilo. This annual showcase celebrates creativity, skill and innovation, giving students a platform to share their artistic voices. Each piece reflects their talent, imagination and dedication, while inspiring others to explore their own creative potential and recognising the passion of teachers and the vital support of our school communities in nurturing creativity! 💫 Click the link in our bio to explore the gallery and be inspired by the next generation of artists! @stpatsdundas @patsblacktown @stagnesrootyhill_2766 @columbasdoves #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney
02 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉 We’re wishing all our students, teachers, staff and families a joyful and successful New Year! A big shoutout to the amazing school communities at Marian Catholic College Kenthurst, St Margaret Mary’s Merrylands and St Andrew’s College Marayong for helping us count down to 2026 in style! 🎆 Here’s to another exciting year of learning, growth and new opportunities ahead! 💫 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney #cspd2026 #happynewyear @stmargaretmarys @mariancatholiccollege @sacmarayong
01 Jan 2026
From CSPD Instagram
2025 WRAPPED… as voted by you! 🎉 As we count down the final hours of 2025, we’re looking back at the posts you loved most this year. ⭐️ From celebrating our amazing students and dedicated teachers to sharing the everyday moments that make our school communities so special, it’s been a year full of pride, achievement and connection. We love sharing the great work happening across our schools every day. Here’s to even more memories, milestones and moments in 2026 - we can’t wait to see where learning takes you! 👉 Swipe to count down from 10 and discover our most-loved post of 2025. 👀 #cspd2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney #2025Wrapped
30 Dec 2025
From CSPD Facebook
🎨 KAYDEN'S CREATIVE IMPACT 💫 We’re proud to celebrate St Clare's Catholic High School Hassall Grove student Kayden S. for his meaningful contribution to the book 'Fences and Walls: Psychology and Colonisation'. Kayden initially created artwork for the book cover, and his piece will now feature in an upcoming children’s podcast - an incredible way to share his creativity with an even wider audience! 🙌 Kayden’s time working alongside Elders at Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation while creating his artwork was a vital and valued part of the process. Fences and Walls is a free educational resource designed to support mental health practitioners in understanding the unique experiences, trauma and resilience of First Nations peoples. 👏 Congratulations Kayden on this outstanding achievement and for using your talents to make a meaningful impact!
31 Dec 2025
From CSPD Instagram
✨ THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL 2025! ✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible teachers and staff. Your passion, dedication and care have made this year one to remember. Each day, you support learning, teach lifelong lessons, create safe and welcoming spaces and help our students grow with confidence and purpose.👏 This special moment from the ABC Radio Sydney Breakfast show perfectly captures that impact, with students from St Monica’s Primary North Parramatta sharing just how much their teachers mean to them - a truly touching tribute! 💛 Here’s to celebrating all that was achieved in 2025 and looking ahead to many more meaningful learning moments in 2026! 💫 @stmonicasparra #cspd2025 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #parracatholic #westernsydney #newyear