AN IDEAL ENVIRONMENT TO GROW

30 Apr 2025

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🐣 Congratulations to our Egg-straordinary Easter Egg-stravaganza Victors! Here are a few happy snaps of our Easter raffle winners. 🎉

29 Apr 2025

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We look forward to hearing all about your school holidays when we commence Term 2 tomorrow.

28 Apr 2025

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🌺 Lest We Forget 🇦🇺 Thank you to the students, families, and staff of our beautiful Blue Mountains Catholic school for proudly participating in the Glenbrook 2025 ANZAC Day march and main service. Together with our wider community, we honoured, remembered, and celebrated the courage and sacrifice of our servicemen and women.

22 Apr 2025

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🙏 Together in Prayer for Pope Francis 🙏 With heavy hearts, we join the global Catholic community in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday. As a community of faith, we reflect on his enduring legacy of solidarity with those in need and his tireless advocacy for the care of our common home, the Earth. 🌍💚 Catholic Schools in our diocese, united in prayer, honour the life and teachings of the Holy Father, who inspired us all to reach out in love and compassion, especially to the marginalised and vulnerable. 🕊️ Jack de Groot, CEO of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, shares a personal memory from his time as CEO of Caritas Australia: "I had the great joy of meeting Pope Francis only a few weeks after he became Pope. He was clearly passionately interested in people struggling in times of war and those who were isolated from the Church." Let us come together in prayer, remembering Pope Francis and his unwavering call to serve others, especially those in need. May his example continue to inspire us all in our mission of faith, love, and justice. ✝️💫

11 Apr 2025

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🎉 Term 1 Wrap-Up & Fundraising Success! 🎉 What a fantastic end to Term 1! A huge thank you to our amazing school community for your support during our Project Compassion Fundraising Day — together we raised $1,000! 🙌 Your generosity will make a real difference to less advantageous communities and we’re so proud of the compassion and spirit shown by our students. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday and a beautiful Easter.

11 Apr 2025

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The Mini Vinnie kids are proudly holding our fundraising thermometer, showing that our school has raised an amazing $950 for Project Compassion! Thank you to our generous community for your incredible support. The funds will help make a difference. Our Project Compassion Markets today have been a huge hit with our students and we look forward to sharing moments from the day with you. @catholicschoolsparra Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Caritas

11 Apr 2025

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🌿 **Reflecting on Holy Week: Gethsemane & the Stations of the Cross** ✝️ This week, our school community was blessed to come together in reverence and reflection through two special experiences — *The Garden of Gethsemane* and *The Stations of the Cross*. These powerful moments allowed us to pause, pray, and walk alongside Jesus in His journey of love, sacrifice, and hope. A heartfelt highlight was the involvement of our Stage 3 students, who formed a discussion panel to respond to thoughtful questions from younger students. Their insights were both moving and informative — showing deep understanding, compassion, and maturity beyond their years. It was inspiring to witness them speak about Jesus' suffering, courage, and the meaning of Easter with such clarity and care. 🙏 Thank you to all who participated and helped make these reflections so meaningful — especially our wonderful Stage 3 leaders. May these moments continue to guide us as we prepare for Easter. #HolyWeek #Gethsemane #StationsoftheCross #Stage3Leaders #FaithInAction #EasterHope #LentenJourney

11 Apr 2025

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🎉 Don’t forget – it’s Project Compassion Fete Day today! 🌟

10 Apr 2025

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Dear School Community, This is a heartfelt plea to all families to take just 35 minutes to complete the ECSI Survey—tomorrow is the final day! We understand life is busy— if you haven’t yet had a chance, **please consider setting aside a short window of time today or tomorrow**. If it is more convenient for you to take the survey at school, you can come in anytime tomorrow and will be provided with a computer and a quiet space. Thank you for supporting our school in this important way. St Finbar's Community

08 Apr 2025

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🌿✨ **A Beautiful Reflection by Our Stage 3 Students** ✨🌿 This week, our Stage 3 students have been guiding us through Holy Week with reverence, creativity and deep reflection. From the joyous entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, to the powerful moments of The Last Supper and the humble act of Washing of the Feet, each presentation has invited us to pause and reflect on the meaning of these sacred events. Each moment was brought to life with such care and meaning — and it was made even more special by the reverence and respect shown by all students watching. It was a beautiful reminder of the strength of our faith community and the power of reflection and prayer. Thank you, Stage 3, for helping us walk this journey together with faith and love. #HolyWeek #PalmSunday #TheLastSupper #WashingOfTheFeet #FaithInAction #Stage3Leadership #CatholicEducation

07 Apr 2025

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04 Apr 2025

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Dear St Finbar's Community, You are warmly invited to join us for Holy Week Reflections, hosted by our Stage Three students next week. Each day, students will guide us through a reflection on a significant event of Holy Week, offering a time for prayer, contemplation, and spiritual connection. Please see the timetable sent out via compass for further details. 📅 Date: Monday - Thursday, Week 11 ⏰ Time: See timetable sent via Compass 📍 Location: School Library In addition to the scheduled reflection sessions, on Thursday afternoon from 2:30 - 3:00pm the library will be open for parents to visit the space with their child/ children to share an afternoon of quiet contemplation. We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you. St Finbar's community

04 Apr 2025

Kids' Sleep A Key Indicator Of Wellbeing | St Finbar's Primary School - Glenbrook

Sleep Matters at St Finbar's Australia's largest survey of children's happiness reveals that sleep plays a vital role in their overall wellbeing. But it’s not just about rest – traditional joys like reading a book or spending time with pets continue to bring smiles to kids’ faces. Prioritising good sleep and simple pleasures can go a long way in supporting our children's happiness! Check out School TV for more info about ways you can help improve your child's sleep. #KidsWellbeing #Happiness #SleepMatters

04 Apr 2025

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A HUGE congratulations to Xavier L...on recently representing the 2025 Parramatta Diocesan AFL Team in Wagga. We are so proud of you and think you are amazing!

03 Apr 2025

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On Autism Awareness Day, St Finbar’s came together for a special liturgy celebrating inclusion, understanding, and the unique strengths of individuals with autism. Through prayer, reflection, and shared stories, our school community deepened its appreciation for diversity and the importance of kindness. The liturgy served as a reminder that everyone has a valuable role to play in creating a supportive and accepting world for all.