The Year 8 Dobson basketball stall on Mercy Day.
This term the school is fundraising for Mercy Works.
The spirit of compassion and community was on full display at Catherine McAuley Westmead during Mercy Week, with a remarkable $10,600 raised in support of the Mercy Works Remote Laundries Project.
This outstanding contribution brings the total amount raised so far this term to $13,700, reflecting the school community’s ongoing commitment to social justice and service.
Year 9 Coolock | Pin the Badge on the Blazer
Year 7 Dobson | Knock Down Tins prizes
Students playing 'Pin the Badge on the Blazer'
On Mercy Day, Coolock Court was transformed into a vibrant carnival, with a variety of games and activities available for a gold coin donation. Students enjoyed creative carnival games, put together by Homerooms, such as Face Pong, Basketball Throw, Ring Toss and Knock Down Tins, to name a few, and all able to be played for a gold coin donation. Mercy Square was equally lively, filled with food and fundraising stalls offering everything from snow cones and fairy floss to cookies, cakes, and even ramen noodles.
The success of Mercy Week is a testament to the generosity, creativity and commitment of Catherine McAuley students, staff and families. Thank you to all members of the Catherine McAuley community who have contributed to the fundraising efforts this term. Your support is helping to improve access to hygiene and dignity for people in remote communities.
Year 7 Dobson | Face Pong Game
Year 7 & 9 Caritas Bake sale
Year 8 Mercedes | Karaoke
Jacqui Hamilton | School Development Officer
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THANK YOU! 😍 A very big thank you to the parents from the Parents & Carers Group who helped serve lunch on Mercy Day last Friday and to the Year 11 Hospitality students who served a beautiful morning tea. ☕🍰