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At CathWest Innovation College, students don’t have to choose between school and their future—they can do both.👷👨‍🎓💇‍♂️ Open to students in Years 10–12, CathWest places young people in the driver’s seat of their learning journey, with a strong focus on developing real-world skills for success. At CathWest, students can: ✨ Gain industry exposure ✨ Achieve their NSW HSC ✨ Start an apprenticeship or traineeship ✨ Start a VET course ✨ Even secure pathways into university This is school done differently. Enrolments open to students in years 10 & 11 for 2027. Join us on 28 April or 30 April at our Open Day to discover how your child can take control of their future. Visit our website now to register: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college #cspd2026 #bedford

The Year 10 Formation Encounter Day at Bents Basin allowed our students to explore the nature of authentic relationships through a Catholic lens. Staff ran activities that fostered self reflection and accountability to local and global issues. The CYP Team led a prayerful meditation that focused on developing an awareness of God’s presence in creation. @catholicyouthparra @catholicschoolsparra #cathwest #cathwestinnovationcollege #faithinactioncspd #cspd #catholicschoolsparra #catholicyouthparra #cyp #FormationDay @catholicschoolsparra

🌟 Exciting News for families in Western Sydney! 🌟 Is your son or daughter unsure about what path to take after school? Not even sure what career they want to pursue? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why Careers of Today exists. Join us for an informative and inspiring evening where students and parents can hear directly from industry professionals, explore emerging career opportunities, and gain clarity on the many pathways available. Because finding the right path doesn’t happen by chance—it starts with the right conversations. Hear from Industry and Educational Experts including; AI and Technology, Australian Catholic University, Construction Early Childhood Education & Care, Tourism Health. We hope to see you there. 📅 When: 4 May 2026 : 4pm - 6.00pm 📍 Where: Novotel Sydney Parramatta 🎟️ Book now $9.90 per family. https://www.wexpo.com.au/index.php/upcoming-events/careers-of-today-special-event-may-4-2026 #CareersOfToday #ParentEducationForum #CorporateEvents #EventManagement #SydneyEvents #AustraliaEvents #New SouthWalesEvents #ThingstodoinPenritha #PenrithSeminars #PenrithFamily&EducationSeminars #career #education #student #parenting #forum #today #careerdevelopment #westernsydney #careerguidance #industryexperts WEXPO @acustrathfield @csp.dcl @communitybroadcastnetwork Video created by WEXPO.

Our school is already proud to have a strong group of student leaders — and attending the Youth Leadership Academy Australia (YLAA) conference gave them the opportunity to take their leadership to the next level. 🌟🤩🤩 Throughout the experience, our leaders strengthened their confidence, refined their communication skills, and gained practical tools to lead with greater purpose and impact. From collaborating with other student leaders to exploring new ways to create positive change in our school community, they returned inspired, motivated, and ready to lead even more effectively. 💡 We’re incredibly proud of the way they continue to grow, support one another, and lead by example. #youthleadershipconference #Studentleadership #StudentLeadership #SchoolLeaders #FutureLeaders #StudentVoice #YouthLeadership #LeadershipGrowth # leadershipgrowth @catholicschoolsparra

Explore your future with CathWest at our Open Day! Students in Years 10–12 can gain a head start through school-based traineeships, apprenticeships, and vocational education and training while completing their HSC. 👷💇🏿‍♀️ Discover hands-on pathways that lead directly to real careers. Register now: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college

Today in our Year 12 ECEC class, we stepped into the shoes of educators. 👩‍🏫✨ From exploring inclusion, diversity, and discrimination, to diving deeper into the experiences of refugee and asylum seeker children, children with disabilities, and culturally & linguistically diverse communities — it was a day full of learning, empathy, and eye-opening conversations. 💭💛 So proud of the students for researching, presenting, and teaching each other with such passion and respect. 🌏👏 Future educators in the making… and already making a difference 💫 #ECEC #FutureEducators #InclusionMatters #Diversity #learningtogether @@catholicschoolsparra

Our Yr 12 ECEC students in the Spotlight! During the week Yr 12 ECEC students visited Connie’s Childcare Centre and had a wonderful hands-on experience working with children of all ages.👶👧🧒 From stories & songs to dancing, languages and crafts 🎶🎨 — they brought the energy and the care 💛 So great to see confidence growing and skills in action! Connie's Child Care Centre #connieschildcare @catholicschoolsparra #cspd2026

We celebrated Harmony Day by embracing our diversity and community, highlighting the unity shared across both campuses. Our student leaders ran a water quiz during breaks to raise awareness about global water inequity, the focus of Caritas Project Compassion Campaign for 2026. From wearing orange to showcasing cultural dress, today was a beautiful reminder that we all belong to the same community. #faithinactioncspd @catholicschoolsparra #cspd2026 Australian Department of Home Affairs

🎉 Big congrats to our Year 12 legends! 🎉 Our students have smashed the SUIT Program at Australian Catholic University, Strathfield — completing uni-level subjects during their holidays 🤩 📚 Real uni experience 🎓 Credit towards a teaching degree 🚀 One step closer to their future So proud of the dedication and drive — future educators in the making! 👏✨ @acustrathfield #australiancatholicuniversitystrathfieldcampus @catholicschoolsparra

Students are invited to wear appropriate mufti tomorrow (on Friday) to include Orange or a cultural shirt to celebrate Harmony Day. We will be inviting a gold coin donation for Project Compassion durning this season of Lent. Additionally, if you would like to donate to Project Compassion directly you can via this link. https://www.projectcompassion.org.au/fundraisers/CathwestInnovationCollege Why do we wear orange during Harmony Week? Orange is a simple, visible way to show support for a more inclusive Australia – where people are treated with respect and feel they belong. Australian Department of Home Affairs

Two of our Year 12 bricklaying students proudly took part in the opening of the Holy Cross Primary School Pope Francis Garden. This special project began last year, with our students working alongside staff to lay the groundwork for the school’s new garden. Their hard work and dedication helped create a peaceful space for the school community to enjoy. We are incredibly proud to see our students using their skills and talents to truly put their Faith into Action. #SkillsForLife #HandsOnLearning @cspd2026 #cspd2026 #catholiceducation @catholicschoolsparra @faithinaction.com.au #faithinactioncspd #Faith

Celebrating International Women's Day: Meet Gabby our Early Childhood Education & Care Teacher. 👶👧🧒 Teaching has shaped me into a woman who leads with both confidence, courage and compassion. It has taught me to use my voice, to advocate for those still finding theirs, and to challenge systems that were not designed for every learner to succeed. Whether that is in the classroom, supporting students in both diversity and wellbeing, and supporting young women's career journey (whatever it may look like) - I have learned that leadership is not about position but about influence, creating spaces where young women feel capable, seen and powerful in their own pathways. I am able to do this because of the women around me at CathWest. In the everyday moments, the check-ins, the sharing of ideas and resources, and the way we step in for one another when the workload is high, they model integrity, generosity and collective strength. That culture of collaboration has strengthened my confidence to take on new challenges, continue to use my voice, and grow into a more authentic and purposeful human.🤩 #givetogain2026 #InternationalWomensDay #cspd2026 @catholicschoolsparra Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

Supporting International Women’s Day, Christina reflects on this year’s theme, “When we give, we gain.” 💜 As an educator, she shares how giving her time, encouragement and belief to students not only empowers them to grow — but enriches her own journey in return. When we invest in others, we all rise together.🤩🤩 💜 Explore how “When we give, we gain” comes to life in our classrooms — head to our website to discover more: https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ @iwdaorg #GiveToGain #InternationalWomensDay @catholicschoolsparra

Big energy and even bigger insights- celebrating International Women's Day! 🎉🎉 Two of our Year 11s represented CathWest at the Western Sydney Innovation Connect: Woman x Industry Summit, learning from titans like Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia and Western Sydney Women founder Amanda Rose. Learning about grants and tenders to strategic networking, the day was packed with wisdom on building supportive systems and ditching self-doubt. We are so proud to see our students connecting with the leaders who are truly shaping the future of business! @westernsydneywomen UNSW @karenmckeownpenrith #GiveToGain #internationalwomensday #IWD2026 #WomensDay2026 #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese #cspd2026

This week, we proudly recognise International Women’s Day and celebrate the incredible women in our school community.👩 The 2026 theme, “Give to Gain,” reminds us that when women are supported, empowered and encouraged to lead, everyone benefits. When we give opportunities, respect and advocacy — we gain stronger communities, richer workplaces and brighter futures.🌟🌟 #GiveToGain #IWD2026 #internationalwomensday #WomensDay2026

Welcome to Week 6A.

🌟🌟Lifted Leaders🌟🌟 This Thursday our Year 12 Leaders attended the CSPD Lifted Leaders Day, where they engaged in a Q&A with Bishop Vincent and participated in workshops centred on servant leadership and the ministry of presence. A highlight of the day was dedicated time to thoughtfully plan ways to strengthen our school community and reflect on how they can represent our school with purpose and authenticity. @catholicschoolsparra Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

🌟 CathWest Open Tours 2026 🌟 We warmly invite future students and families to join us for our CathWest Tours! Discover how CathWest is redefining senior schooling through our innovative trade-focused and industry-aligned programs. Meet our passionate teachers, explore our specialised learning spaces, and learn how students can complete the HSC, and commence an apprenticeship or traineeship. 🧑‍⚕️👷‍♂️🧑‍🎤👩‍🏫 Whether your child is interested in pursuing a trade, health pathway, education, fitness or screen and media. CathWest provides hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students for success beyond the classroom. Register now at our website: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college

✨ Commissioning Mass & Student Leadership Induction 2026 ✨ Congratulations to our 2026 Student Leaders — may you lead with skill, integrity and determination. 💙 Already setting a powerful example both at school and in the workplace through their apprenticeships and traineeships, our leaders represent CathWest with professionalism, initiative and pride every single day. 🔧✨ #CathWest #studentleadership #CathWest #StudentLeadership #CommissioningMass @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese

Today, the Catholic Church celebrates Shrove Tuesday, a special feast day that traditionally marks the use of rich pantry ingredients before the season of fasting and reflection during Lent. At our school, we have partnered with Caritas to raise funds for Project Compassion. As you enjoy your pancakes and reflect throughout this Lenten season, we encourage you to consider making a donation to this important cause via compass https://www.projectcompassion.org.au/fundraisers/mariapastoors/host-a-lent-event Caritas Australia @caritasaust @projectcompassionsydney

Reminders for week 4A.