CathWest Innovation College

04 Mar 2026

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We warmly invite you to join us next Wednesday to hear from Angela from LifeEd.😊 Angela will discuss Australia’s new social media restrictions for under-16s, with a focus on why they were introduced, what they actually mean for families, and what they don’t mean. With research showing younger teens are particularly vulnerable to algorithm-driven content (with many checking platforms over 100 times a day), the session will explain how responsibility now sits with social media companies and governments, not just parents. Most importantly, it will reframe this moment as a positive one, offering young people time to grow and families, a shared national boundary, that supports healthy, ongoing conversations at home. We look forward to seeing you next week. Please let us know you are attending by registering https://forms.gle/BT8obFFoA2rxLvx1A 📍 Loyola Campus - 91 North Parade MT DRUITT NSW 2770 📅 Wednesday 11th March, 5:30pm - 7:00pm An important and timely conversation for parents, this evening will offer clarity and reassurance — we hope you can join us and spread the word. @lifeed_healthyharold Healthy Harold @catholicschoolsparra

03 Mar 2026

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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

02 Mar 2026

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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 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese #cspd

01 Mar 2026

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Welcome to Week 6A.

27 Feb 2026

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🌟🌟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

26 Feb 2026

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🌟 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

22 Feb 2026

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Welcome to week 5B.

20 Feb 2026

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✨ Commissioning Mass & Student Leadership Induction 2026 ✨ Last week Fr Renato proudly commissioned and inducted our 2026 Student Leaders at CathWest. Surrounded by family, staff and peers, they committed to lead with integrity, faith and respect. Our leaders already set a powerful example — not only at school, but in their workplaces through apprenticeships and traineeships. They represent CathWest with professionalism and pride every day. Congratulations to our 2026 Student Leaders - may you lead with wisdom, humility and heart. 💙 #CathWest #StudentLeadership #CommissioningMass @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese

18 Feb 2026

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Friendly Reminder this Friday is Year 12 Photo Individual & Group Photo Day. This is also an opportunity for any students from Year 10 or 11 who missed out to have their photo taken.

17 Feb 2026

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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

15 Feb 2026

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Reminders for week 4A.

12 Feb 2026

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Our Year 12 Leaders and FIAT Team proudly attended the CSPD Caritas Project Compassion Launch today. During the launch, students deepened their understanding of global water inequity — learning that for many communities around the world, access to clean and safe water is still not guaranteed. They reflected on how something we often take for granted is a daily struggle for others, impacting health, education, and opportunity.🚱🚱 Inspired by the message of Project Compassion, our students are committed to turning awareness into action this Lenten season. 🚰🚰 They are hopeful to: 💧 Lead fundraising initiatives across the school to support Caritas Australia 💧 Encourage simple but powerful actions such as mindful water use 💧 Promote compassion, solidarity and appreciate the clean water we readily have on tap in Australia. As leaders within our school community, they understand that Lent is not only a time of reflection, but a time to actively live out our faith through service and justice. We are so proud of their commitment to making a difference — both locally and globally. Together, we can be the generation that turns compassion into meaningful change. 💜💜 @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @caritasaust #caritasprojectcompassion @faithinaction.au

11 Feb 2026

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🔧⚡ National Apprenticeship & Traineeship Week ⚡🔧 At CathWest, we are proud to celebrate students like Matt, whose journey highlights the power of exploring pathways early. Now a Year 12 student, Matt commenced at CathWest in Year 10 with a clear goal — he wanted to pursue a trade. Through our Trade Readiness Program in Year 10, Term 1, Matt had the opportunity to explore a range of industries including Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing and Automotive. This hands-on experience gave him the clarity and confidence to discover where his true passion lay — Electrical. Matt reflects, “We had TAFE teachers visit CathWest sharing their journey as an electrician — from starting out on residential jobs to working on major commercial projects at Western Sydney Airport. Hearing their experiences really inspired me.” Programs like Trade Readiness allow students to make informed decisions, gain industry insight, and connect with real professionals who have walked the path before them. We are proud to see Matt pursuing his goal and stepping confidently toward a career as an electrician working at DDP Electrical. If you have a son or daughter interested in pursing a trade pathway, pop over to our website https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college#form-section to register to attend our Open Day on 3 March or our Open Evenings 28 April, McCarthy or 30 April, Loyola. 👏 Here’s to all apprentices and trainees taking bold steps toward their futures this week! #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Traineeships #TradeCareers #CathWest #FutureFocused #PathwaysToSucce #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @ddpelectrical TAFE NSW #tafensw @catholicschoolsparra #NationalApprenticeshipWeek @westernsydneyairport @nsw.bda

10 Feb 2026

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Day two of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek Student Spotlight Time! ✨ We love celebrating our incredible School Based Trainees who are already building their future careers while completing their HSC at CathWest 💪🎓 💄 Lily – School Based Traineeship in Beauty Lily is living her beauty career dream! She works with Michal Gabriel Beauty and Brow, gaining hands-on industry experience 💕 👉 Lily works one day a week plus two-week work blocks in Year 11, and will increase to working two days a week from October 2026. 📚 Lily is studying a Certificate IV in Beauty Services with Blue Mountains TAFE, alongside completing her HSC at CathWest. Head over to o https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ to find out more about school based traineeship offered at CathWest. National Apprenticeship Week #michalgabrielbeautyandbrow TAFE NSW @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @nationalapprenticeshipweek

10 Feb 2026

Choosing a School: A Guide for Parents

Choosing a school is a big moment. Right up there with choosing a pram, a first pet or agreeing to sign your child up for weekend sport for the next decade. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed, but take a breath. This guide is here to make the process feel lighter, clearer and a lot less daunting, so you can feel confident you’re asking the right questions and find a school that truly fits your child for any grade.