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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.

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

🔧⚡ 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

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. #michalgabrielbeautyandbrow TAFE NSW @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @nationalapprenticeshipweek

CathWest would like to celebrate National Apprenticeship/Traineeship Week by showcasing some of our School Based Apprentices and Trainees. We currently have over 200 School Based Apprentices and Trainees at CathWest. ✨ Student Spotlight Time! ✨ We love celebrating our incredible School Based Trainees who are already building their future careers while completing their HSC at CathWest 💪🎓 🏡 Annah – School Based Traineeship in Real Estate Annah is making big moves in the property world! She works with Agius Property Group, as part of Luke Smith’s Lux Property Team 🏠✨ 👉 In Year 11, Annah works one day a week plus two-week work blocks, and from October 2026 she’ll step it up to two days a week of work. 📚 She is studying a Certificate III in Real Estate Practice with Real Estate Training Solutions, all while completing her HSC at CathWest. Talk about ambition! @agiusgroup TAFE NSW @nationalapprenticeshipweek @realestatetrainingsolutions

🔧✨ The Future Starts Now at CathWest ✨🔧 The workshops are back in action and 2026 is officially underway! A huge welcome to our new Year 10 & 11 students, who have just begun their CathWest journey. Stepping into a trade and innovation pathway is more than just starting a new year — it’s the first step towards real-world skills, industry experience and future career pathways. We also warmly welcome back our returning students, who continue to lead the way with growing confidence, skill and determination as they move closer to their post-school pathways. We’re excited to watch every student grow, challenge themselves, and make 2026 a year of opportunity and achievement. Welcome back to our CathWest community — your future starts here. 💙🤩🤩 #CathWest #Year10 #Year11 #Year12 #SkillsForLife #pathwaystosuccess @catholicschoolsparra

🎉 Welcome to Our New Nursing Students at CathWest! 🩺🛌👩‍⚕️ We are proud to introduce our newest Nursing students, who have commenced their Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, delivered by Bedford College. Many of these students have been inspired by family members working as midwives, nurses and carers. With a strong desire to help others and a genuine caring nature, they are stepping into a pathway that truly reflects who they are. Throughout the course, students will complete valuable work placement opportunities, with the goal of securing a School Based Traineeship and gaining real-world experience in the health sector. Their journey will be guided by our dedicated Nursing Educator, Sune Reddy, who will mentor and support them as they take their first steps into this rewarding career pathway. We look forward to seeing our students grow in confidence, skill and compassion as they prepare to make a meaningful difference in the healthcare community. Congratulations to our new Nursing cohort — we can’t wait to see where this journey takes you! 🌟 #bedfordcollege @bedford_college @catholicschoolsparra @newsouthwaleshealth

Year 10 & 11 Photo Day is on Monday 9 Febuary. Individual only. Year 12 Individual & Group photo is on Friday 20 Febuary. Head over to Compass for more information.

At CathWest we are looking forward to welcoming our new and returning students. See you next week.

Wishing our CathWest Community a safe and happy Christmas. 🎅🧑‍🎄 @catholicschoolsparra