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20 Feb 2026
From Facebook
This week, the College proudly hosted our Encounter Day for Year 6 students, welcoming many of our primary schools within Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese. It was a powerful opportunity for students to come together in praise and worship, deepening their faith and strengthening their sense of community. A heartfelt thank you to the Mission Team at Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese for their guidance and support in making the day so meaningful. All of our Year 6 students had a fantastic experience filled with joy, connection and faith.
20 Feb 2026
From Facebook
This week, we gathered as a College community to mark Ash Wednesday, a sacred and reflective beginning to the Lenten season. Thank you to Father Jolly for sharing such a beautiful and meaningful message with our students and staff, guiding us into this season with faith, humility and hope.
20 Feb 2026
From Facebook
This week, our community came together to celebrate Shrove Tuesday with our annual Pancake Day, and what a meaningful occasion it was. Thank you for your incredible generosity, our pancakes were truly served with purpose. Thanks to your support, we are proud to share that we raised $2,487 for Project Compassion. A wonderful example of faith in action and community spirit at work. 🥞✨
16 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Last Friday, our students celebrated love in action through our 2026 “Love Makes a Difference: Roses & Chocolates for Project Compassion” Fundraiser. 🌹🍫 With great enthusiasm, they sold roses and chocolates in support of Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion, raising important funds to assist vulnerable communities around the world.
16 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Last week, we proudly hosted our annual Careers Expo, welcoming a diverse range of universities, training providers and industry professionals to speak with our senior students. It was a valuable opportunity for students to explore the many pathways available to them beyond school, from university and TAFE to apprenticeships, traineeships and emerging industries. Conversations like these empower our students to make informed decisions about their future and discover possibilities they may not have previously considered. Thank you to all our exhibitors for investing in the aspirations of our young people. The future is full of opportunity.
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.
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Aarav’s outstanding achievement at the recent Australian Taekwondo Team Selections for the Oceania Championships. Through grit, determination and resilience, Aarav has earned selection to the Cadet National Team and will represent Australia in the -37kg division at the Oceania Championships this March. This remarkable accomplishment is a true reflection of his dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence.
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Last Friday, the College warmly welcomed our community for the Annual Welcome Afternoon! 🌟 It was a wonderful opportunity for parents and families to explore the College, connect with staff, and enjoy a range of fun activities together. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Last Friday, we celebrated our Opening School Mass, a wonderful opportunity for our College community to come together under one roof in praise and worship. It was a meaningful and uplifting way to begin the year as one faith community. Thank you to Father Jolly for leading us in such a beautiful celebration.
09 Feb 2026
From Facebook
STEM Racing NSW STATE CHAMPIONS! 🏆 At the recent NSW State Finals in STEM Racing, our two teams from St John XXIII placed an astounding 1st and 2nd in the state! Our cars were fast, and we won or placed in the top two for all racing categories. However, the real work lies in documenting the engineering, design, manufacturing, business and marketing approaches in comprehensive engineering and enterprise portfolios. This is where we really excelled, and we took home a swathe of awards! Our two teams represented our school with distinction - they were focused, competitive and respectful. They were also extremely supportive of each other. Both teams have now qualified for the Australian National Finals in Melbourne next year! Below is an outline of the awards! Team ANTARES - 1st in NSW 2025 NSW STATE CHAMPIONS BEST ENGINEERED CARS BEST MANUFACTURED CARS BEST ENGINEERED CAD (COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN) BEST TEAM VERBAL PRESENTATION BEST GRAPHIC DESIGN INNOVATION AWARD Team ONIX - 2nd in NSW 2025 NSW 2ND PLACE KNOCKOUT RACE CHAMPIONS BEST TEAM PORTFOLIOS OUTSTANDING INDUSTRY COLLABORATION
04 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Yesterday marked the first day back for our students in 2026. We wish all our students a wonderful year filled with growth, learning and new opportunities. We’re excited for all that this year will bring.
12 Jan 2026
Is your child starting Year 7 this year? Read our practical tips
Starting Year 7 is an exciting milestone and a big change. Moving from primary to secondary school brings new routines, more classrooms, new friendships and greater independence. With the right preparation, students can begin this next chapter feeling confident, organised and ready to thrive.
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Feb 2026
Stage 2 (Year 3 & 4) - Parish Mass
26 Feb 2026 09:15 AM - 26 Feb 2026 09:45 AM
Stage 2 (Year 3 & 4) - Parish Mass
Each stage will attend Mass at 9:15am at St John XXIII Parish, and families are warmly invited to join.
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Feb 2026
27 Feb 2026 02:00 PM - 27 Feb 2026 02:45 PM
Foundations Assembly
at 17789-23691 St John 23 Community
Assembly begins at2:00 PMand will conclude by 2:40 pm
All parents must enter the College via theofficeandsign in using the QR codes provided. Please note that late arrivals will not be permitted. Parents must sign in by 2:00 pm. Late arrivals are not permitted.
When signing in, pleaseregister yourself against your youngest child’s teacher. This will notify the teacher of your attendance.
Afterthe assembly, parents may collect their children. Themeeting pointfor this will be thegrass area adjacent to the demountable.
Parents are asked toleave promptlyafter collecting their child.
If collecting other students fromCuriosity and Pathways, thismustbe doneacross the road at the usual meeting spot.
Parents must leave quickly once they have collected their children to ensure thesafe dismissalof all students. Thank you for your cooperation in supporting these procedures.
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Mar 2026
Term 1: Parents and Friends Meeting
04 Mar 2026 06:00 PM - 04 Mar 2026 07:00 PM
Term 1: Parents and Friends Meeting
at 17789-23691 St John 23 Community
When: Wednesday 4 March 2025
Where: Anywhere! Virtually on Microsoft Teams (PC, Mac or phone)
Do you have a question?
Please submit them via the following link:Learn More
These questions will be provided to the school prior to the meeting so that they can be answered in the meeting.
See you online!05
Mar 2026
Stage 1 (Year 1 & 2) - Parish Mass
05 Mar 2026 09:15 AM - 05 Mar 2026 09:45 AM
Stage 1 (Year 1 & 2) - Parish Mass
Each stage will attend Mass at 9:15am at St John XXIII Parish, and families are warmly invited to join.
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