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08 Jul 2026
CSPD students recognised in Refugee Week Creative Competition
Over 125 students from 10 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) schools have been recognised for their empathy and powerful storytelling as part of the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Australia Refugee Week Creative Competition.
08 Jul 2026
Year 11 Biology Field Study at Camp Kedron
Last Friday, June 26th, Year 11 Biology students travelled to Camp Kedron, located within Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, for an immersive fieldwork excursion.
08 Jul 2026
Winter Stories Showcases Student Creativity
The Creative and Performing Arts evening, Winter Stories, was a wonderful celebration of the creativity and talent of the CAPA students.
06 Jul 2026
From Facebook
📸✨ STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS ✨📸 We are delighted to announce that the following students have been selected as finalists in the 2026 Alchemy Photography Competition Exhibition: Year 11 Photography: 🌟 Johanna D. 🌟 April Z. 🌟 Johanna O. 🌟 Orla B. 🌟 Clio E. 🌟 Leah S. 🌟 Fernanda O-C. Year 9 Visual Arts: 🌟 Yuktha P. Being selected as a finalist is a wonderful achievement and recognition of each student's creativity, technical skill and artistic vision. We are incredibly proud of their dedication to photographic practice and the outstanding work they have produced. The winners will be announced at the exhibition on Tuesday 18 August 2026. We wish all of our finalists the very best and congratulate them on this significant accomplishment. Your school community is proud of you and looks forward to celebrating your success. Good luck in the finals!📷🎉 - Ms S. Malek
06 Jul 2026
Serving with Compassion at the Parramatta Homeless Memorial
Catherine McAuley students volunteered at the recent Parramatta Homeless Memorial Service.
05 Jul 2026
From Facebook
NAIDOC WEEK 5th July - 12th July 2026 🖤💛❤️ As part of this year’s commemorations, students at Catherine McAuley, in collaboration with the Jarara Cultural Centre, have created a significant collaborative artwork titled Our River, Our Sky, Our Country, Our Story. The piece has been developed to honour the 2026 theme, “50 Years of Deadly”, marking half a century since the formal establishment of NAIDOC Week. The artwork will be gifted to the school community and displayed during the NAIDOC Week period at Westfield Parramatta, located opposite SUPRE, throughout the school holidays. It will be formally presented to the school in Term 3, Week 2, at the school assembly. Created by the Catherine McAuley Indigenous ‘Strong Sisters’ group, the artwork reflects deep cultural storytelling and connection to Country. The fifty woven raffia circles represent the practice of intergenerational knowledge sharing through weaving, symbolising the ongoing strength and continuity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. The composition is divided into three sections representing Country, waterways, and sky. The Parramatta River features as a central element, acknowledging its significance to the Burramattagal, Wangal, and Wallemudegal peoples. The night sky includes constellation markings, including the ‘emu in the sky’, a celestial guide used for navigation and seasonal understanding. The earth-toned section reflects the Strong Sisters’ collective commitment to cultural learning, unity, and shared identity, expressed through student handprints layered into the work. This artwork stands as a powerful expression of culture, connection, and community, and a meaningful contribution to NAIDOC Week 2026 celebrations.
03 Jul 2026
From Facebook
END OF TERM 2 2026 😀 Look forward to seeing students when they return for Term 3 on Tuesday, 21st July 2026.
02 Jul 2026
From Facebook
🔬📚 LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM 📚🔬 On Friday, 26th June, Year 11 Biology students ventured to Camp Kedron in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park for an immersive fieldwork experience. From comparing the unique Ridge and Valley ecosystems to testing water and soil quality, identifying native tree species and discovering fascinating creek macroinvertebrates, students brought their classroom learning to life through hands-on scientific investigation. 🌱 Despite the cold weather and muddy conditions, the students embraced every challenge with enthusiasm, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to their studies.
02 Jul 2026
From Facebook
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