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30 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood Year 12 student Siobhan π·ββ joined the Multiplex π§πJump Start Trades Program (Electrical Workshop) at Western Sydney International Airport π©βlast week. Following a site walk of the new terminal, she learned about electrical wiring, π terminating a light fitting π‘and making sure the job was done right by plugging it in and testing it out. β‘ What a great opportunity! ππ€©
30 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
As Reconciliation Week continues, it's lovely to share all these photos of our students and staff who beautifully represented their schools and Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese at the 2023 Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.πΊπππ Guided by members of the Jarara Cultural Centre, students laid wreaths and paid their respects to Indigenous veterans for their incredible sacrifice in serving and protecting our country.π€²ππ€πβ€οΈπππ€ You can see a larger gallery of photos and read the full story here: https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/2023-Students-Remember St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofields & Nirimba Bede Polding College Xavier College CathWest Innovation College Catherine McAuley Westmead St Agnes CHS Rooty Hill St Clare's Catholic High School St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood Caroline Chisholm College Patrician Brothers' College, Blacktown St Andrews College, Marayong (Official)
29 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
St Luke's Catholic College Principal Kelly Bauer describes herself as 'one of those kids who asked a thousand questions' so she loves it when she sees students excited about their learning! π Kelly's own journey of schooling and pathway into teaching was not as straightforward as you would think - read our profile with St Luke's new principal and see why she is passionate about providing opportunities for students today to engage in their interests and identify different career pathways.π©βπ«π§βπ§π©ββοΈπ©βπ¬π¨βπΌ Read the full story: http://parra.catholic.edu.au/2023-KBNP Taking up the role in Term 4 of 2022, Kelly has been a key member of the community since its foundation and is delighted that the school is yet again an awardee and finalist for the Excellence Award for Innovation in Curriculum Design at the Australian Education Awards! π Congratulations! π
29 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
πGilroy Day was celebrated in style at Gilroy Catholic College, Castle Hill last week as the school held the official opening and blessing of the beautiful new facilities! π« The buildings were blessed by Bishop Vincent and the day was well attended by a number of special guests including Hills Shire Council Mayor Peter Gangemi, Councillor Jessica Brazier (representing the State Member for Castle Hill Mark Hodges MP), CSPD Board member Emeritus Professor Marea Nicholson, Deputy Executive Director of Schools and Director Learning Christine Howe OAM, principals from neighbouring schools, architects, builders and parents. Led by Principal Cheryl Merryweather, the event was followed by a whole of school celebration with food stalls and activities including students and staff taking part in a Walkathon to raise money for Jesuit Refugee Services and the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal. π
29 May 2023
Students remember Indigenous Veterans
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) students, staff and members of the Jarara Culture Centre attended a moving ceremony at the 2023 Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.
29 May 2023
Sacred Heart Primary Mount Druitt selected for Ampol Little Origin
The Ampol Little Origin initiative will see two New T South Wales schools live out their State of Origin dreams when they play on field at half time at Accor Stadium this Ampol State of Origin Series.
29 May 2023
New Principal leads on innovation
Since its foundation in 2017 St Lukeβs Catholic College Marsden Park has been at the forefront of innovative education. Catering to students from preschool through to Year 12 and post school pathways, St Lukeβs was recently named as an awardee and finalist for the Excellence Award for Innovation in Curriculum Design at the Australian Education Awards.
28 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
πNational Simultaneous Storytime is always such fun day for our schools, especially when teachers come in dressed as sloths! π Students from across the Diocese joined 2 million students from around Australia last week as they came together to read the heartwarming book "The Speedy Sloth" by Rebecca Young and Heath McKenzie. We love the message about running your own race, not being afraid to take on new challenges and celebrating everyone who gives things a go π Mary Immaculate Primary School St Angela's Primary School St Oliver's Primary Harris Park St Canice's Primary Katoomba
27 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
So many Indigenous veterans didn't get the recognitionππ they deserved for their incredible sacrifice in serving and protecting our country.πΊπ It was so moving to see so many Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese students and staff attend and pay their respects at the Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.ππ St Andrews College, Marayong (Official) St Clare's Catholic High School St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood
27 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
Today we mark the commencement of National Reconciliation Week (27 May-3 June). CSPD recognises and respects the heritage, spirituality, cultures and deep connection to Country of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to creating inclusive and outstanding learning environments for all young people. π€πβ€οΈ The National Reconciliation Week 2023 theme Be a Voice for Generations encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation each and every day, to acknowledge the work of generations past and to benefit generations future for a more just, equitable and reconciled country π
26 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
It was PARTY TIME π for the community of Good Shepherd Plumpton as everyone came together to for the Opening and Blessing of the school's new buildings π« . The buildings were officially blessed by Bishop Vincent and opened by Ed Husic MP with special guests and former principals Trish Carr and Paul Battikha and former Assistant Principal Bianca Cooke on hand to celebrate! π₯° We know that students are going to enjoy their new spaces and look forward to seeing all the great learning happening in the school! π
26 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
As we mark National Sorry Day, Xavier College students Kaillan and River share their powerful, personal reflections on what this means to them, their families, their heritage and identity - they truly reflect what it means to Be a Voice for Generations π€πβ€οΈ
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