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19 Mar 2026
St Patrick’s Primary celebrates 100 years of learning in Parramatta
More than 600 people gathered for a special community Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral Parramatta to celebrate the 100th anniversary of St Patrick’s Primary Parramatta.
18 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
BUILDING BONDS THAT SOAR ✈️ St Margaret Mary's Primary School Merrylands were proud to partner with the The Fathering Project to celebrate the important role of fathers and father figures. The school’s first Fly and Flourish session saw dads and their children join forces to design and launch paper airplanes, with friendly competition and plenty of laughs along the way! 🙌 From creativity to connection, it’s wonderful to see moments like these strengthen meaningful bonds and create lasting memories across the school community. 🥰
17 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
☘️ HAPPY ST PATRICK’S DAY! ☘️ Our schools were a sea of GREEN and shamrocks as they celebrated St Patrick’s Day in style! Today we honour St Patrick, whose legacy helped shape Irish culture and identity through his work establishing churches, monasteries and schools. 🇮🇪 From green-themed food stalls and morning teas to fun dress-ups and Irish dancing, it’s wonderful to see our school communities embracing the spirit and joy of the day! 💚 📸 Our Lady of the Way School, Emu Plains, Chisholm Catholic Primary Bligh Park, Holy Cross Primary Glenwood, St Bernadette's Primary Dundas Valley, Christ the King Primary School North Rocks, Marian Catholic College Kenthurst, Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School Rouse Hill, St Angela's Primary School, St Madeleine's Primary, Kenthurst
16 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
WHEN SCHOOLS CONNECT! 🏫🤝 Our primary students recently had the chance to experience a glimpse of high school life, visiting nearby secondary schools and discovering the many opportunities ahead!✨ Students from Mother Teresa Primary Westmead and St Margaret Mary's Primary School Merrylands spent a day at Delany College, Granville, stepping into the shoes of high school students as they joined classes in Science, Textiles, Art and English! Year 3 students from Chisholm Catholic Primary Bligh Park visited Bede Polding College South Windsor to explore the agricultural plot. With help from Bede Polding students, they learnt about growing crops, picked fresh produce and enjoyed meeting the sheep and adorable ducklings!🥬🐥 Students from St Canice's Primary Katoomba also attended St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood for their International Women’s Day Breakfast, where meaningful conversations inspired the girls to reflect on a future where women and girls are safe, heard and empowered. It’s wonderful to see our schools coming together and students learning from one another across our communities! 🤩
15 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
🧡 WORLD'S GREATEST SHAVE ✂️ The Emmaus Catholic College Kemps Creek community recently came together in support of this year’s World's Greatest Shave. Year 12 student Angelina D, alongside staff members Mr Pincevic, Ms Battah, Mr Edwards and Mrs Cooke, bravely took part to raise awareness and vital funds for blood cancer. 👏 With the support of the school community, they raised an incredible $4,474! These funds help provide families with accommodation, financial and transport assistance, access to treatment, and support important research projects. 🙌 A powerful reminder of how our school communities live out the spirit of service, always stepping up to support and care for others. 💙
13 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
CONNECTING WITH COUNTRY AND CULTURE 🌿 St Paul the Apostle Primary Winston Hills recently welcomed Uncle Ted from the Jarara Cultural Centre for a special yarning session! ✨ Together, they explored the origins of Indigenous ancestral Country, family and clan totems, traditional hunting tools, musical instruments, and the importance of caring for land and waterways. It's so special to see Indigenous members of the school community come together to connect and share their stories and culture. 🖤💛❤️
11 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
KINGS IN THE CLASSROOM! 👑🏀 What a huge day for students at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School Rouse Hill and St Angela's Primary School Castle Hill, who were treated to a special visit from Sydney Kings stars Bul Kuol and Keli Leaupepe! 🤩 Fresh from training, the Kings players brought their energy, passion and plenty of inspiration - encouraging students to follow their dreams, work hard and never give up. From the court to the classroom, their message was clear: believe in what’s possible. 💜💛 A huge thank you to the Sydney Kings for inspiring our students! 👏🔥
10 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
NAPLAN season is here, but how much does it really matter? 🤔 Learn what it measures, what it doesn’t and how to support your child with confidence in 2026. Read our guide (1 min read) 👉 https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/2026-03-NAPLAN-fb
10 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
FREE Parent Event: Raising Resilient Kids in a Fast-Paced World 💬 Parenting in today’s fast-paced world isn’t always easy. Join author and parent educator Gen Muir for practical tips on helping children build resilience, confidence and emotional wellbeing. You’ll walk away with helpful ideas to support your child through big emotions, friendship challenges, sibling conflict and the ups and downs of growing up. 📅 Tuesday 24 March ⏰ 7:00pm – 8:30pm (doors open 6:30pm) 📍 St John XXIII Catholic College, Stanhope Gardens Come along, connect with other parents and learn more about CSPD’s new Family Partnership Council - FPC. 🔗 Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1E4WVkcLEfGH7Jf59uuo7qi-HfXNtVwKQxeeCdv9-Z38/viewform?ts=69a8d620&edit_requested=true Connected Parenting
10 Mar 2026
NAPLAN: What Parents Really Need to Know
Each March, families across Australia hear a lot about NAPLAN. The National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) assesses students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and numeracy. But what does it really mean for your child in 2026?
09 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
BIG CRICKET BREAK! ⭐🏏 Look out Glenn Maxwell, there’s another all-rounder on the rise, and he’s a CSPD student! 😱 Congratulations to Arjun Singh from St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofields & Nirimba, who recently earned selection in the Australian All Schools Cricket Team after starring with both bat and ball for NSW at the All Schools Cricket Championships in WA. 🙌 🇦🇺 A big shoutout as well to Kyra Prajapati from Catherine McAuley Westmead who was part of the NSW All Schools team that finished second in the tournament. Arjun’s involvement in the All Schools event meant he missed representing the incredible St John Paul II team that made the final of the NSWCCC Berg Shield. While they narrowly lost the final, the team should be incredibly proud of their performance! Special mention to Parth and Jeyaan for scoring half-centuries, and Aleena and Om for taking three wickets each in a brilliant semi-final win. Great work to all these talented students - the future of cricket is looking bright! 👏🤩
09 Mar 2026
From CSPD Facebook
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24 Mar 2026
Raising Resilient Kids in a Fast-Paced World
Parenting in today’s fast-paced world isn’t always easy. Join author and parent educator Gen Muir for practical tips on helping children build resilience, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
02 Mar 2026
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