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24 Oct 2025
From Facebook
AROUND THE CLASSROOMS ➡️🎨During Term 3, Year 9 Visual Arts students created a series of lino block prints inspired by their visit to the Art Gallery of NSW. Drawing on native Australian flora, the work of Modernist artist Margaret Preston, and contemporary influences from Aboriginal artist Tony Albert, students developed unique designs celebrating both nature and the diverse cultural influences within Australian art. 🌸 The creative process began with observational sketches of native flora arrangements and still-life objects in class, then carefully composed onto lino blocks for carving. Using specialised tools, students explored expressive mark-making techniques before printing their designs using both a printing press and hand baren. A key challenge—and highlight—of the project was mastering the colour reduction technique, which required students to methodically carve and layer colours to create rich, multi-toned contemporary prints. The final artworks will be exhibited at the CAPA Showcase in Week 7, with selected prints available for purchase to support the Jesuit Refugee Service.
24 Oct 2025
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🚲YEAR 11 HMS🚲 On Friday 19th October, Year 11 Health and Movement Science students visited the Blacktown Exercise, Sports and Technology Hub (BEST). It provided practical experience with elite sports testing and deepened understanding of core syllabus content, especially around biomechanics, fitness testing, and health and performance indicators. The students also took part in a range of physical assessments and interactive sessions designed to simulate real-world sports science testing environments.📝 A day where classroom concepts came to life through hands-on sports science and cutting-edge technology! #healthandmovementscience #year11 #catherinemcauleywestmead #catherinemcauley
23 Oct 2025
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23 Oct 2025
Yr 9 Lino Printmaking: Printing in Action and Finished Prints
Celebrating Culture and Nature Through Print, Year 9 Artists Explore Flora, Identity, and Technique
23 Oct 2025
Year 8 English Incursion - ‘Flowers For Algernon’ Production
Last Thursday, the Year 8 cohort watched a live performance of ‘Flowers For Algernon.’
23 Oct 2025
Mercy Works Visits Catherine McAuley Westmead
On Tuesday 21 October Catherine McAuley Westmead welcomed the Executive Director of Mercy Works, Sr Sally Bradley RSM and her international visitors to speak to students in Year 9 Religious Education.
22 Oct 2025
Health and Movement Science in Action: A Hands-On Experience at Blacktown's BEST Hub
A day where classroom concepts came to life through hands-on sports science and cutting-edge technology.
21 Oct 2025
From Facebook
📣 REMINDER 📣 All Invited! All parents and carers are invited to the Annual General Meeting (and Term 4 meeting) of the Catherine McAuley Westmead Parents and Carers Group. Meeting to be held on Tuesday 28th October 2025 at 6:30pm. All are welcome! Bring a friend! 😀
20 Oct 2025
From Facebook
🟰➕YEAR 8 MATHS FUN ✖️➗ Last Friday, Year 8 students enjoyed a full day of exciting mathematical activities as part of the Maths Enrichment Day, a day designed to build problem-solving skills through fun, hands-on and collaborative activities. Students took part in a workshop run by Inquisitive Minds, working in pairs to tackle problems using critical and creative thinking. They then enjoyed fast-paced Maths Relays and a 3D building challenge using wooden blocks to design imaginative models. The day ended on a high with our very own Maths X Factor, where students showcased their creativity through maths-themed songs — a perfect finish to a day filled with enthusiasm and teamwork! 🎤
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Year 11 Japanese Festivals Cultural Day
28 Oct 2025 08:30 AM - 28 Oct 2025 03:10 PM
Year 11 Japanese Festivals Cultural Day
at Japan Foundation, Ichiban boshi (restaurant), Kinokuniya (bookstore)
Parents and Carers Group Meeting
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Year 9 Sydney Dance Company School Matinee Performance
30 Oct 2025 10:00 AM - 30 Oct 2025 03:10 PM
Year 9 Sydney Dance Company School Matinee Performance
at Roslyn Packer Theatre, 22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay
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