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St Paul’s Camden students learning art from the experts

Posted 30 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Students at St Paul’s Camden have enjoyed valuable opportunities to sharpen their artistic skills from those who have come before them, engaging in experiences with talented local artists – including a former student!

Year 4 students were excited to have Magdalene Catholic College, Narellan Year 12 student and gifted artist, Peter Cornett, visit the school to facilitate a manga art workshop with them. Meanwhile, Year 2 students enjoyed learning about perspective drawing from Camden artist, Roger Percy.

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AWARD: CEDoW recognised for building relationships for sustainable solutions to poverty

Posted 26 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Congratulations to our CEDoW staff involved in promoting sustainable development projects and solutions to poverty in disadvantaged communities in the Pacific – our Diocese has been awarded the ‘Sustainable Relationships Award’ at Palms Australia’s Solidarity Awards 2019.

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Primary Teaching Immersion

Posted 24 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

As a roomful of primary school children sat in their classroom engaged in a STEM activity, there wasn’t anything unusual about the scene – apart from the age of their ‘teachers’. On this day, a group of Corpus Christi Catholic High School, Oak Flats students took part in a role swap and became educators for the day in a unique immersion.

A group of students from Years 9 to 12 were tasked with teaching younger students from Nazareth Catholic Primary School in Shellharbour City to give them a glimpse of what it takes to be a teacher and whether it could be their future vocation.

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Aboriginal Educational Assistant, Rheanna Lotter, makes mark on Paralympics

Posted 22 July 2019 by Southern Highland News in Yarning Circle – News From Around The Diocese

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PRINCIPAL PROFILE: Danny Sykes

Posted 18 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Catholic Schools NSW's latest 'Teacher Feature' stars Mr Danny Sykes, principal of Stella Maris Catholic Primary School, Shellharbour. Stella Maris was founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1958. Seven Sisters of Charity have guided Stella Maris in faith, hope and love as educational leaders since the school's foundation, including Sr Colleen Mills, who retired in 2009 – the last Sister of Charity principal in the country. 

We spent #OneMinuteWith Danny to ask him about his hopes in Catholic education and returning as principal to the primary school he once attended himself...

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Holy Spirit invites you to 'be their guest!' for school production of 'Beauty and the Beast'

Posted 12 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Holy Spirit College, Bellambi invites you to their musical production of Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast'.

See inside to purchase tickets, and for performance dates and times.

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Crazy hair support for student at St Justin's Oran Park

Posted 8 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Students at St Justin's Oran Park have rocked up to school with some spectacular crazy hairdos to end Term 2! The children sported many fun looks – tall hair, glittered hair, and even rainbow-coloured hair with monster faces – to raise funds and awareness for cystic fibrosis in support of one of their own.

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The Power of Prayer: Month of Mary Rosary Challenge

Posted 5 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

“As a student, I am one of many who seem to almost lose themselves in the rush of schoolwork, extra-curricular activities and growing responsibilities,” shared Jaden from Mount Carmel Catholic College in Varroville.

“In this chaotic world, controlled by social media and influenced by the advancement of technology, it’s easy to not find time for reflection and engagement with faith, and to lose track of the important things in life.”

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Making the next Masterchefs: John Therry VET students enjoy 'real' work experience

Posted 3 July 2019 by Catholic Education in VET News & Events

Forget making sandwiches on kitchen work placements – it’s all about the real experience of working in the hospitality industry for students at John Therry Rosemeadow. A team of more than 30 Year 12 Hospitality students have prepared, cooked and served a delicious three-course dinner to a packed dining room at the Campbelltown Catholic Club – with glowing reviews!

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Diocese’s new video shows 'who we are'

Posted 2 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

It started off as a short 20-second background video for the homepage of the Diocese of Wollongong’s new website. Six months and 23 separate film shoots later, the diocese has released its new 'It’s Who We Are' video.

The short sub-three-minute video clip narrated by Bishop Brian Mascord and shot by master filmmaker, Hugh Clark, showcases the wonderful people and works of the diocese that happen every day and often go unnoticed.

WATCH the diocese's new video inside.

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‘Una visita meravigliosa!’: Holy Spirit language students visit Italian residents at Marco Polo Aged Care

Posted 1 July 2019 by Catholic Education in News

What better way to practise your language skills than to speak to the experts! In a heartwarming intergenerational experience, students at Holy Spirit College, Bellambi have visited the Italian residents of Marco Polo Aged Care to get to know about life in Italy and put their beginner Italian to the test.

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Art from the Heart: Director's Art Gallery 2019

Posted 28 June 2019 by Catholic Education in Director's News

Kiwi fruit, pop art and landscapes – there was something for everyone on the walls of the Catholic Education Office, Marian Centre when the ground floor was transformed into an exhibition space, unveiling the annual Director’s Art Gallery Ceremony.

This year, the exhibition includes 19 students from four secondary schools and one K-12 school who have secured coveted positions in the showcase – with no shortage of talent.

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Over The Wall

Posted 26 June 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Why did Humpty Dumpty fall? How does an egg move? If Humpty wanted to sit safely on the wall, how could the structure be changed to keep him upright?

These are some of the key inquiry learning questions children from Kindergarten Blue at St Francis of Assisi Warrawong have been investigating, as part of their STEM inquiry based unit – and they’ve left no brick unturned!

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Macarthur students showcase their VET expertise at VETsteddFOOD event

Posted 24 June 2019 by Catholic Education in VET News & Events

Vocational Education and Training (VET) students from our Macarthur Catholic secondary schools have helped produce a wonderful morning of entertainment and a delicious feast for over 350 local senior citizens at the inaugural VETsteddFOOD.

The unique event saw Camden Civic Centre filled to capacity, as more than 120 VET students – including those from Magdalene Catholic College, NarellanJohn Therry Catholic High School, RosemeadowSt Benedict’s Catholic College, Oran Park; and Mater Dei, Camden – put their skills to the test.

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World Environment Day: 10 ways the Diocese came together to #BeatAirPollution

Posted 19 June 2019 by Catholic Education in 'Environment Matters' Blog

CEDoW students in the Diocese of Wollongong have joined millions of people around the world to celebrate World Environment Day. Schools embraced the 2019 theme of ‘Beat Air Pollution’ to draw attention to this pressing environmental concern and how we can all do our part to improve the quality of the air we breathe.

Here are 10 ways to celebrate World Environment Day, as actioned by our wonderful students and staff across the diocese...

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VEX Robotics Scrimmage Day builds students’ problem-solving, STEM skills

Posted 17 June 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Building the next generation of innovators, programmers and problem-solving leadersSt Paul’s Albion ParkSt Paul’s Moss Vale, and St Therese West Wollongong have given their Years 5 and 6 students the opportunity to excel in VEX robotics, participating in the first CEDoW VEX Robotics Scrimmage Day.

Hear from the students and teachers involved, and see pictures and video from the day.

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PRINCIPAL PROFILE: Philip Barrington

Posted 14 June 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Catholic Schools NSW's latest 'Teacher Feature' stars Mr Philip Barrington, principal of St Thomas More Catholic Parish Primary School, Ruse. St Thomas More is located in Campbelltown in the Macarthur region, with traditions enriched from the foundational charisms of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan and the Marist Brothers.

We spent #OneMinuteWith Phil to ask him about his background in Catholic education and his hopes for the children in his care at St Thomas More.

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‘Everyone has the right to a home’: 2019 Wollongong Vinnies CEO Sleepout

Posted 12 June 2019 by Catholic Education in News

Dozens of local business and community leaders will come together on Thursday 20 June at the University of Wollongong’s Innovation Campus for the eighth annual Wollongong Vinnies CEO Sleepout, forgoing a night of comfort to help make a tangible difference to the lives of those less fortunate.

As well as raising money for crucial Vinnies services and programs providing food, accommodation and support to people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage, the initiative is a chance for Wollongong leaders to gain a better understanding of the issue and how they can continue to make an impact through their own work.

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John Therry student first school-based apprentice for 'My Gateway'

Posted 11 June 2019 by My Gateway in VET News & Events

Meet Jackson Parker, My Gateway’s first school-based apprentice!

Jackson, who is a student at John Therry Rosemeadow, began his carpentry apprenticeship in March, working one day per week at host employer, Combined Building.

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When in Rome: A Letter from Bishop Brian as he prepares for Ad Limina visit

Posted 10 June 2019 by Catholic Education in News

"My Sisters and Brothers in Christ – this year will mark the first time that I have experienced an Ad Limina visit to Rome with my fellow Australian bishops. The last Ad Limina took place in 2011 and usually happens every five years. So, this visit is very overdue..."

Read more from Bishop Brian as he prepares to travel to Rome next week with Australia’s Catholic bishops for their Ad Limina Apostolorum visit.

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