GALLERIES

Reminders for Week 4B

Teachers at CathWest were spolit today with a cake made by Student Leader Zhaliya.@cakesbyzhaliya for @worldteachersday @catholicschoolsparra

Dreaming of starting a career in Nursing at CathWest.... Students starting Year 11 in 2026 can complete their HSC, gain a credential in nursing (Certificate III in Health Services Assistance) as well as commence a School Based Traineeship in Nursing. 🩺🩻🛌 CathWest have partnered with @bedford_college who will be delivering this qualification onsite. Limited Spots available. Head over to our website to register your interest here https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/news-events/event-promos/cath-west-nursing-traineeship #nepeanhealthhub @newsouthwaleshealth

Reminders for Week 3A

🏁 In the Spotlight 🏆 After years of competing in speedway go-karting, Aidan’s dedication and hard work have paid off! Yesterday, he was crowned State Title – Speedway Pro Standard Heavy Champion. 🙌 🔥 On a scorching day at Nepean Raceway, Aidan started in 4th position, took the lead, and finished the race in 1st place! He’ll proudly hold the No.1 title for the next 12 months until he returns to defend his title next year. 🥇🚦 Congratulations Aidan! 👏👏 #nswspeedwaykartclub #nepeanraceway

Week 2B. Timetable as per normal schedule. No events this week.

✨ Charli from our Trade pathway recently completed her work experience with Qantas. It was an exciting week that included learning about Qantas history, touring the Domestic Airport, hearing from engineering experts, taking part in a flight mapping activity, and chatting with cabin crew. Inspired by aviation pioneer Nancy Bird Walton, who would have celebrated her 110th birthday today, Charli is ambitiously pursuing a future career as an aviation engineer - we look forward to watching Charli progress, as she takes flight in completing her schooling here at CathWest. ✈️👏 . Here at CathWest, we do School Done Differently. Head to our website: https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au to discover how you can complete your HSC while getting a head start on your career pathway. Thank you also to @qantas and @wsiairport for your support in making this happen. @catholicschoolsparra @womeninaviation

Dreaming of a future in healthcare? 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Students starting Year 11 in 2026 can complete their HSC and a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance through our partnership with leading training provider, Bedford College. It’s the perfect way to gain hands-on skills and begin your journey toward a nursing career. Limited places available. Express your interest here: https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/news-events/event-promos/cath-west-nursing-traineeship @bedford_college @catholicschoolsparra @nursingcareer_global #HandsOnLearning #StudentSuccess #FutureNurses #nursingcareers #midwiferystudent #nswhealth #NSWEducation

We look forward to welcoming our students back for Term 4. See you all on Tuesday for the commence of Week 1A.

⭐️⭐️ Meet Our 2026 Loyola Campus Student Leaders ⭐️⭐️ We’re excited to introduce the amazing students who will be representing and leading our CathWest community. 👏👏 Their passion, ideas, and commitment will inspire and guide their peers as they step into these important roles. Join us in congratulating our new leaders as they begin their journey of making a difference! 🌟 #SchoolDoneDifferently #StudentLeaders #CathWest @catholicschoolsparra

⭐️⭐️ Say hello to our 2026 McCarthy Campus Student Leaders ⭐️⭐️ These legends are ready to bring energy, ideas, and school spirit to CathWest. 💡💪 We can’t wait to see all the awesome things they’ll achieve as Student Leaders. Drop a 👏👏 in the comments to show your support! #SchoolDoneDifferently #StudentLeaders @cathwestinnovation @catholicschoolsparra

Class of 2025 formal!

✨💃 The night of nights! 🕺✨ Our Year 12 students lit up the dance floor at their Formal – celebrating in style, laughter, and plenty of moves to remember! 🎉💖 What a perfect way to wrap up their CathWest journey. 🌟 Congratulations, Class of 2025 – you looked amazing! 🙌 #CathWest #Year12Formal #schooldonedifferently @catholicschoolsparra

🎓✨ A huge congratulations to our Year 12 students who have officially graduated! We are so proud of each and every one of you for your hard work, resilience, and achievements throughout your journey at CathWest. 💙 We would also like to recognise our award recipients who have been acknowledged for their outstanding effort, leadership, and commitment — what an incredible way to finish your time with us! 👏👏 Wishing the Class of 2025 every success as you step into the next chapter. 🌟

Congratulations to our graduation class of 2025! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

How do you and your mates check in? 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in Today we are reminded to start the conversation any day. Ask the question, listen, encourage action, and most importantly check in as a conversation can make a world of difference.🌞🌞 Check in with your mates. Check in with your colleagues.😀😀 #friendbetterwithruok #ruokay2025 @friendbetterwithruok @ru.okay_ @ruokanyday

⭐On Thursday 4th September, the Bishop of Parramatta Awards for Student Excellence was held at St Patrick's Cathedral. This prestigious award is presented to one Year 12 student from each Catholic school in the Parramatta Diocese. 🎓 Congratulations to Meghan our worthy recipient of this award, always demonstrating excellence! 🤩🥳 Meghan is a proud Nyemba woman, who is a dedicated and passionate leader. Meghan exemplifies servant leadership through her commitment to community, culture, and faith. As a valued member of the CathWest Student Leadership Team, she actively fosters a positive and inclusive school culture. A founding member of the FIAT team, Meghan has led fundraising and outreach initiatives, including attending the 2025 Project Compassion launch. As a Murama Ranger with Jarara, Meghan represents and uplifts First Nations students and allies, sharing cultural knowledge with the CSPD and CathWest communities and Elders from many Nations. She also has responsibility for leading workshops at the Murama Youth Summit and initiated the College Healing Project’s First Nations mural. Meghan’s leadership and involvement is a testament to her faith in action. 🪃🪃 Thank you also to Year 11 student David who was our citation reader. #JARARA #cspd2025 #projectcompassion #firstnations @Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra

⭐️⭐️Introducing our College Captains for 2026.👏👏 Round of Applause to: Christian in our Vocational pathway; Christian is studying Certificate III in Events and Live Production. 🎬 Hamish in our Trade pathway; Hamish is studying Carpentry. 👷‍♂️ Lizzie in our Trade pathway; Lizzie is studying Hairdressing. 💇🏼‍♀️ A big congratulations to all who nominated for College Captain - each candidate showed great strength and leadership to deliver a well thought out speech. We’re proud to have a strong leadership team in place for 2026. These students will continue to demonstrate the CathWest values, bring fresh ideas, and work together to make a positive impact on our college community.👭👬 @catholicschoolsparra

Today our staff and students came together to support Jersey Day. It was a chance to raise awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation. One conversation could save a life! @jerseydayau @DonateLife #jerseydayau2025 #donatelifeweek2025 #OrganDonation

Jersey day is inspired by 13-year-old Nathan Gremmo, who gave the gift of life in 2015 when be became an organ donor. This Jersey Day have a conversation with your family and friends about Organ and Tissue Donation. Up to 7 lives can be saved by a single organ donor. #jerseydayau #donatelife @jerseydayau @catholicschoolsparra

Today both our campuses came together for our annual "CathWest Celebration Day" . Our students came together to celebrate as a community Trade and Vocation education at CathWest Innovation College. Our Year 12 students were tasked with planning and marketing a stall to support a charity that helps others including #beanieforbraincancer #jesuitrefugeeservice #stvinnieswinterappeal #youthoffthestreets #sirdavidmartinfoundation . Today’s celebration was about recognising the importance of compassion, mercy, and action. Through supporting a variety of organisations who work to make the world a better place, we are reminded of our call to love our neighbour. May we always see the world through the eyes of the Good Samaritan and be filled with your deep compassion. Thank you to the Year 12 students and mission team, especially Veronica for organising a successful day! 🧁⚽🥳 #cspd2024 #catholicschoolsparramatta