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05 Mar 2026
Inspiring Words of Advice This International Women’s Day
The Catherine McAuley Westmead School Community and invited guests gathered for a special International Women’s Day Assembly on Wednesday, 4th March 2026.
05 Mar 2026
Making Waves - Rain or Shine at the 2026 McAuley Swimming Carnival
The rain did not dampen the House spirit as the McAuley community came together for the school swimming carnival, held last Friday 27th February at the Parramatta Aquatic Centre.
05 Mar 2026
Meet The Catherine McAuley Dance Choreographers
Catherine McAuley’s 2026 Student Dance Choreographers have been announced, with talented students stepping into leadership roles across Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary and Hip Hop.
05 Mar 2026
Catherine McAuley Students Recognised In NSW Parliament
Catherine McAuley students recognised in NSW Parliament
04 Mar 2026
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Catherine McAuley’s 2026 Student Dance Choreographers have been announced, with talented students stepping into leadership roles across Jazz, Lyrical and Contemporary and Hip Hop. 💃 🎶 There are three Dance Companies at the school, each led by dedicated student choreographers. The Jazz Dance Company includes both a Junior and Senior Ensemble. The Junior Ensemble choreographers are Year 8 students Elly W., Tiana S., Angelica D. and Alicia D. The Senior Ensemble is led by Year 10 student Savanah N. The Lyrical and Contemporary Dance Company is choreographed by Year 10 students Mariah F. and Savanah N., alongside Mrs T. Flynn. The Hip Hop Crew is led by Year 10 student Riena Rose M.
04 Mar 2026
From Facebook
Students at Catherine McAuley Westmead marked International Women’s Day today with an inspiring address from Kirsten Andrews, Vice-President, External Engagement at the University of Sydney. Growing up in Elizabeth, South Australia, and becoming the first in her family to attend university, Kirsten shared four powerful lessons she wished she had known at 15 - lessons grounded in courage, resilience and action. 💬 “Confidence is a muscle that grows with use.” Kirsten reminded students that confidence doesn’t arrive overnight - it grows every time you step outside your comfort zone. 💬 “There is no single mentor.” She encouraged students to seek guidance from many people throughout their lives - friends, teachers, supervisors - each playing a role in their journey. 💬 “Work hard at work worth doing.” Drawing on advice from former US President Theodore Roosevelt, she urged students not to wait until everything is mapped out, but to take purposeful first steps. 💬 Your background is your strength. What was once something she hesitated to share has become a source of resilience and perspective that has shaped her leadership. From first-in-family university student to respected leader, Kirsten’s story was a powerful reminder of the impact of opportunity, education and determined leadership. Thank you to all the Year 11 mothers and grandmothers who joined the school today for this special assembly, and the special guests from the Sisters of Mercy, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, surrounding schools, Members of Parliament and the Parents & Carers Group. Donna Davis MP Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
03 Mar 2026
From Facebook
PUBLIC SPEAKING 🗣️ Fantastic results for the Catherine McAuley Westmead Public Speaking Team!! The school has had five students go through to the next round of the Catholic Schools Debating Association (CSDA) Public Speaking competition. 👏👏👏 This is an annual Term 1 event for NSW Catholic school students, featuring multiple rounds where participants deliver prepared speeches on real-world issues. Students compete across Years 7 - 12 and Catherine McAuley had two students from each year take part. The semi-final round will take place on Friday. Wishing all McAuley students the best of luck.
03 Mar 2026
From Facebook
Last week the School Captains and Year 12 Portfolio Leaders attended the annual LIFTED Leaders Conference, hosted by the Parramatta Catholic Diocese at West HQ. Bringing together student leaders from across the diocese, the day provided a valuable opportunity to collaborate, share experiences and reflect on their role within their school communities. Throughout the conference, students explored what it truly means to be an authentic leader in a Catholic school. Bishop Vincent Long encouraged them to focus on mission rather than recognition, reminding them that leadership is not about popularity, but about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
03 Mar 2026
From Facebook
Catherine McAuley students were recognised in NSW Parliament last month with Donna Davis MP, State Member for Parramatta, making a Community Recognition Statement to acknowledge the work the students have done for the Parramatta Women’s Shelter. The students and Principal Mary Refalo joined Donna for a special afternoon tea today in recognition of this achievement. Last year the Year 10 students took part in the ‘Walk The Talk Respectful Relationships Education Program’ which seeks to educate students about the elements of healthy relationships and the nature and characteristics of relationship abuse and coercive control. The program was delivered by Dannielle Miller OAM, Director of Education, Women’s Community Shelters / CEO Enlighten Education and ex-student of Catherine McAuley, Class of 1987. In addition to taking part in this program the students were also involved, as was the whole school, in raising over $15,000 for the Parramatta Women’s Shelter! It is these outstanding efforts which were recognised. 🥳🥳 Donna Davis MP
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