Kindergarten students at Our Lady of the Rosary Primary performed the gathering song, A Cross of Stars
Events were held across the diocese of Parramatta on Friday 8 August in honour of the Feast Day of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop.
Canonised by Pope Benedict XVI on 17 October 2010, Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop’s Feast Day was marked with liturgies, family events and social justice fundraisers at a number of schools and the Catholic Education office.Students, staff and families from St Mary MacKillop Primary School in South Penrith celebrated mass at St Nicholas of Myra to remember and acknowledge St Mary MacKillop’s important work.
Students travelled to St Nicholas of Myra Church to join the Feast Day Mass and were treated to hundreds of green and yellow helium balloons decorating their classrooms on their return. In the afternoon, students came together to make a coin trail with donations going to the St Mary MacKillop Institute in East Timor.
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary, St Marys was founded by Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart in 1880. Students celebrated a moving liturgy to celebrate the inspirational life of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. By bringing the letters written by Mary MacKillop to life, students were encouraged to learn from her example by working, learning together and caring for others particularly those in need.
Staff at the Catholic Education office, Parramatta gathered for a liturgy with Sr Rosie Drum MGL reading the letters of Mary MacKillop and leading a prayer asking for guidance and care for students, staff and school communities.
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12 Sep 2025
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Today our Year 5 students spread kindness beyond our school gates ๐๐ฑ They delivered RU OK? Day postcardsโ hand written yesterday during our rotations by all of our students โ๏ธ๐ปโto parishioners at Mass โช, the library ๐, the local chemist ๐, the post office ๐ฎ, the police station ๐ฎโโ๏ธ, and the House of Welcome ๐ก. A small message from our community can grow into something big, reminding others that they are never alone โจ Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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Year 1 got creative today! ๐จโจ We designed special bookmarks all about our Holy Family community and the symbols of Baptism. ๐งโ๏ธ These bookmarks are extra special because weโll be gifting them to Year 2 to help teach and share what weโve learned. ๐๐ What a beautiful way to learn, create, and give! ๐ Each week our Year 6 students enjoy visiting the library, where they immerse themselves in new stories and borrow books to take home. Itโs inspiring to see their excitement grow as they explore different genres, swap recommendations, and develop a lifelong love of reading.
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Today our Year 5 students spread kindness beyond our school gates ๐๐ฑ They delivered RU OK? Day postcardsโ hand written yesterday during our rotations by all of our students โ๏ธ๐ปโto parishioners at Mass โช, the library ๐, the local chemist ๐, the post office ๐ฎ, the police station ๐ฎโโ๏ธ, and the House of Welcome ๐ก. A small message from our community can grow into something big, reminding others that they are never alone โจ Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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๐ RU OK? Day 2025 ๐ Today our school community came together to reflect, connect and grow ๐ฑ. We engaged in a range of activities, learning the important messages of RU OK? Day ๐ฌ๐. Through the parable of the mustard seed, students explored how something small can grow into something big โ just like asking โAre you OK?โ can plant seeds of hope, comfort and connection ๐ฟโจ. Students threw words of kindness ๐, became listening legends ๐โญ, and reminded us that even small actions can make a big difference. We then shared a beautiful family picnic lunch ๐งบ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ before spending the afternoon writing colourful chalk messages of kindness around our school ๐๏ธ๐. ๐ A huge thank you to our staff, families, and students for creating such a special day of care and community. Together, we grew a garden of compassion, kindness, and connection ๐ผ๐ฑ๐.
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๐ R U OK? Day at Holy Family! ๐ This morning we shared a beautiful staff breakfast together, starting our day with connection, care, and community. ๐ฅโ๐ง Our students are stepping into the day as part of special teams known as The Kindness Crew, The Sunshine Squad, The Helping Hands, The Feel-Good Friends, The Yellow Champions, and The Connection Collectors ๐๐ค each spreading positivity, smiles, and support across our school. At Holy Family, we are proud to shine a light on the importance of asking the question โR U OK?โ and reminding one another that a simple conversation can change a life. ๐ฌ๐ ๐ฟ Wellbeing is at the heart of who we are. Taking time to check in, show kindness, and nurture one another helps our whole community grow stronger, healthier, and more connected. ๐ฟ โจ Watch this space this afternoon as weโll be sharing photos of all the wonderful ways our students have been living out R U OK? Day together. ๐ธ๐ @Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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โณ๐ The countdown is on โ RU OK? Day is TOMORROW! ๐โณ This is an important day to pause, check in with one another, and remember the power of a simple question: Are you OK? ๐ฌ๐ค ๐ Reminder: Students are invited to wear something yellow or black โ a shirt, ribbon, or hat โ to show their support ๐ค๐. We warmly invite our parents and families to join us for a picnic lunch at 1:30 pm, followed by a special afternoon activity with your child ๐งบ๐โจ. Letโs come together as a community to celebrate kindness, connection, and wellbeing ๐ #RUOKDay #StrongerTogether
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