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✈️ Future high-flyers in action!✈️ CathWest Innovation College recently hosted a 2-day Aviation Operations microcredential, with students from CathWest, St Agnes CHS Rooty Hill and Gilroy College all gearing up for the incredible opportunities coming with the new Western Sydney International (Nancy- Bird Walton) Airport. 🚀🚀 To future-fit our young people, we’re giving them real skills, real confidence, and real pathways — and this week they got a front-row seat to the world of aviation! Delivered by Western Sydney University in partnership with Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and Bradfield Development Authority, students kicked off their journey into Aviation Operations with an interactive, hands-on taster course that was anything but boring. From airport ops to career insights, they were fully airborne in learning mode! A huge shout-out to the always-engaging Josh Senior and Esther Lee for making the sessions fun, dynamic and packed with insider knowledge. 🛫 The best part? Every student will walk away with a microcredential that boosts their readiness for airport roles as opportunities start to take off. @gilroycathcoll @catholicschoolsparra @Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese MEYVN @westernsydneyu

🏠✨ CathWest Students Getting Hands-On at TAFE! Our Industry pathway students are up to Lesson 3 of the YES Program — TAFE’s Youth Engagement Strategy, giving high school students the opportunity to explore potential career pathways through fun, hands-on taster courses. So far, our students have been busy bringing their creativity to life! After sketching out their own house designs, they’ve now moved on to the exciting stage of transforming those plans into ceramic models. 🏗️🎨 Some fantastic ideas are taking shape — it’s been incredible to see their imagination, problem-solving, and innovation skills in action. We cannot wait to see the finished designs💡👏 #SchoolDoneDifferently #TAFE #YESProgram #Innovation @cathwestinnovation #HandsOnLearning #FutureCreators @tafensw

Remembrance Day At 11am on Remembrance Day each year, Australians pause for one minute of silence to remember and honour all those who have served, suffered, or lost their lives in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. At CathWest, we will join together in observing this minute of silence as a mark of respect and gratitude. We pay tribute to the men and women who have served in our defence forces and honour their courage, sacrifice, and spirit this Remembrance Day. @lestweforget.aus #wewillrememberthem🇦🇺🇳🇿 #RemembranceDay2025 #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem

Reminders for Week 5A

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