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18 Sep 2026
From Facebook
🚀 Future Careers. Big Ideas. Powerful Connections! 🤖✨ Four of our incredible Year 10 students stepped outside the classroom and into the world of innovation at the Women Leading AI Conference, led by the amazing Amanda Rose from Western Sydney Women. 💜 With career aspirations spanning Electrotechnology, Travel and Tourism, and Diesel Mechanics, our students discovered that AI is transforming every industry, and our students were ready to learn, connect and be inspired! 🌟 The conference theme "Connect. Scale. Grow. " was brought to life through inspiring conversations with AI leaders from across a range of industries. And our students didn’t just listen… they networked! 🙌 They confidently introduced themselves, asked questions, made connections and took every opportunity to engage with dynamic and influential leaders. 👏 We are SO proud of their networking skills, confidence and willingness to step outside their comfort zones. Who knows where those new connections might lead? 🌏💡 This is what career learning looks like at CathWest — connecting our students with industry, inspiring possibilities and building the skills to thrive in the future of work. 💙 Interested in starting a career pathway while completing your HSC? Learn more here https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ #CathWestInnovationCollege #WesternSydneyWomen #WomenLeadingAI #FutureOfWork #CareerReady #IndustryConnections #StudentSuccess #Networking #AI #WesternSydney #VocationalEducation #FutureCareers @theamandarose @womeninaiaustralia Women in AI Australia @fosteringinnovations #KPMG @juristechne @Juristech @optaralogic NSW Government Investment NSW @smallbusinesswomenaustralia
14 Sep 2026
From Facebook
Huge congratulations to all the incredible nominees and winners at the Schools Industry Partnership Annual Awards! 🎉 Gathering at St Mary’s Leagues Club on September 1st, we celebrated the standout students who made a serious impression during their workplace placements this year. Nominated directly by their host employers, these students proved that the future of our workforce is in great hands. A special highlight of the event was having Penrith Mayor Todd Carney and Karen McKeown MP present the awards to our deserving recipients, recognising their hard work and dedication alongside the community. To the employers who mentor our youth, and the students who showed up and gave it their all—thank you and congratulations! 🙌 #SIP #FutureWorkforce #StudentSuccess #StMarys @penrithcitycouncil @Penrith City Council Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Greater Blacktown Business Chamber Inc. #SIP #FutureWorkforce #StudentSuccess #stmarys @stmarysleagues
11 Sep 2026
From Facebook
Protecting children is everyone’s business. 💙 Child Protection Week is a reminder that looking out for the young people in our lives isn't just up to parents—it's a shared community effort. Every child deserves to grow up safe, supported, and heard. Thriving kids build thriving communities, and even the smallest action makes a difference. You can help create a safer environment today by: Checking in: Reach out to a family member, neighbour, or friend who might need a helping hand. Listening closely: Give the children in your life your full attention and validate their feelings. Speaking up: Learn the signs of harm and know where to seek help if something doesn't feel right. Getting involved: Support local youth initiatives, schools, or community groups. What’s one small action you can take this week to support a child or family in your community? #ChildProtectionWeek #EveryChildEveryCommunity #ItTakesAVillage #ChildSafety #communitysupport
10 Sep 2026
Bishops Awards celebrate student leaders across Parramatta Diocese
The annual Bishop of Parramatta Award for Student Excellence celebrates Year 12 students who demonstrate strong values of faith, service, leadership and learning, recognising their positive impact on their schools and wider communities.
10 Sep 2026
From Facebook
Like good friends, some things are just better together. Having a solid mate in your corner makes a huge difference when you're navigating the ups and downs of school and life—whether that’s handling exam stress, money worries, relationship drama, or tough mental health days.😍😍 We all want to be there for our mates when they’re struggling, but knowing the right thing to say or do isn't always easy. Today is R U OK? Day, the perfect reminder to pause and check in on your friends. You don't need to have all the answers—just asking the question and listening can mean the world. Not sure how to start the chat? Grab some quick tips from the R U OK? conversation guide: https://www.ruok.org.au/friendbetter We’re in your corner: Remember, you don't have to carry things alone. Reach out to your Leader of Wellbeing here at CathWest anytime you need support or a safe space to talk. Take a moment today to ask a mate: "R U OK?" 💛 #friendbetter @ruokanyday @ruokanyday @catholicschoolsparra
03 Sep 2026
From Facebook
Congratulations to our exceptional CathWest Innovation College students who were recently honoured with Rotary Club Youth Awards! These prestigious awards recognise young leaders who demonstrate outstanding commitment to vocational excellence, community service, personal integrity, and leadership. By blending hands-on skill development with real-world impact, these students embody the core values of both CathWest and Rotary International.🙌🤲 @catholicschoolsparra Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @vocational_edu
02 Sep 2026
From Facebook
Australian Teacher Aide Appreciation Week! This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible contribution you make to our CathWest Innovation College community. Your work goes far beyond classroom support—you build relationships, inspire confidence, and empower every student to succeed. Thank you for your professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our students and staff. Your dedication is deeply valued every single day.
02 Sep 2026
From Facebook
🎉 Big milestone alert! 🎉 Today marks the wrap-up of the 5-week Health Foundations program, delivered in partnership with ANATE Corporate. Our student nurses are stepping into their upcoming private hospital placements equipped with practical skills, real-world experience, and serious confidence. 🏥🩺✨ A massive thank you to Sophie Najjarin (CEO, ANATE Corporate) for delivering such an impactful, hands-on learning experience for our students. At CathWest, we don't just teach—we build pathways to real careers. 🌟 Know a Year 10 student dreaming of a career in nursing while finishing their HSC? DM us or contact CathWest Innovation College today to discover our Year 11 enrolment nursing options for next year! 🎓💙 https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #NSWHealth Anate Corporate Group Pty Ltd Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
26 Aug 2026
From Facebook
🔨Celebrating National Skills Week⚡ What an incredible buzz at our McCarthy campus for National Skills Week! In line with this year's official theme—Life Changing—we had the privilege of welcoming visiting students from across the region to step into our workshops for an action-packed Trade Taster Day. Instead of sitting in a traditional classroom, students rolled up their sleeves, picked up the tools, and discovered how practical learning can open up a world of potential across four high-demand industries: 🪚 Carpentry – Framing, timber work, and construction basics ⚡ Electrotechnology – Circuit design, wiring concepts, and electrical safety 🚰 Plumbing – Pipe assembly, fluid systems, and fittings 🚜 Civil Construction – Infrastructure fundamentals, equipment, and scaffolding At CathWest Innovation College, we know that developing hands-on, real-world capabilities gives young people the confidence and experience to build rewarding futures. Days like this give students a clear taste of what a VET pathway, apprenticeship, or traineeship can offer before they even finish school. Looking for an education that combines HSC with hands on learning & employment…? If your student is entering Year 10 or Year 11 and wants a tailored educational journey that equips them with life-changing skills, CathWest is where their journey begins. 👉 Visit our website to explore our learning pathways and find out more: https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ #NationalSkillsWeek #LifeChanging #CathWest #EmuPlains #TradeTaster #SchoolDoneDifferent #VocationalEducation #FutureTrades #WesternSydneyEducation #VETInSchools @nationalskillsweek @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #nationalskillsweek #DayInTheLife
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[L][M] Year 11 Trade Industry Placement
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Year 12 Thanksgiving Mass in Loyola Chapel
22 Sep 2026 08:15 AM - 22 Sep 2026 09:00 AM
Year 12 Thanksgiving Mass in Loyola Chapel
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Year 12 Graduation Ceremony at West HQ
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Sep 2026
[L][M] Year 11 Trade Industry Placement
[L][M] All Year 10 Work Experience
[V] Year 11 Vocational - Work Experience
[L][M] Year 11 Trade - Trade Training Day
Year 12 Graduation Ball - Log Cabin Penrith
23 Sep 2026 05:30 PM - 23 Sep 2026 09:15 PM
Year 12 Graduation Ball - Log Cabin Penrith
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