The children of St Madeleines had the pleasure of being visited by Dr Cameron Stelzer the wonderful author of the Scallywag and Pierat series of books.
He shared his talents of illustration and spoke to us about things that inspired him to create the wonderful series of books. The children were engaged in quizzes and the art of drawing.
Dr Cameron Stelzer really is a real Doctor, not a made up one like Dr Seuss! His doctorate is in Visual Arts (so , you won't find him hanging around a doctor's surgery).
Cameron has been a full-time author for fifteen years and has written and illustrated twenty books for children and has worked with over six hundred schools around Australia. His books have won a dozen international book awards. The six books in Cameron’s Stroogle series use enchanting rhyme and vivid watercolour illustrations to bring the stories to life.
We are lucky to now have autographed copies of not only his books in our library but also the illustrations he drew with the children.
What a fantastic way to kick of Book Week!
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27 Aug 2025
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Last Thursday students from St. Madeleine's Primary School participated in the Hills Zone Clusters Athletics Carnival. We would like to congratulate all the children who participated in terrible weather conditions. A special congratulations to those children who have made it through to the Parramatta Diocese Carnival. Finally, a huge thank you to Mr Thompson, Mrs Leeds and all of our amazing parents who supported the children on the day.![988068295934501_1547696016638390-1]()
27 Aug 2025
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Today, our Stage 3 Laudato Si leaders attended the annual Education Mass at St Patrick's Cathedral. The Mass was celebrated by Bishop Vincent and is an opportunity for students of CSPD schools to gather with principals, teachers, parents, and religious leaders from the diocese to celebrate their role in the mission of the Church. Following the mass, the students explored the Mission Expo, which highlighted some of the mission work that schools within the diocese are engaging in. We congratulate our students on being outstanding representatives of our school.
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27 Aug 2025
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Last Thursday students from St. Madeleine's Primary School participated in the Hills Zone Clusters Athletics Carnival. We would like to congratulate all the children who participated in terrible weather conditions. A special congratulations to those children who have made it through to the Parramatta Diocese Carnival. Finally, a huge thank you to Mr Thompson, Mrs Leeds and all of our amazing parents who supported the children on the day.
27 Aug 2025
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Today, our Stage 3 Laudato Si leaders attended the annual Education Mass at St Patrick's Cathedral. The Mass was celebrated by Bishop Vincent and is an opportunity for students of CSPD schools to gather with principals, teachers, parents, and religious leaders from the diocese to celebrate their role in the mission of the Church. Following the mass, the students explored the Mission Expo, which highlighted some of the mission work that schools within the diocese are engaging in. We congratulate our students on being outstanding representatives of our school.
22 Aug 2025
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Today, the hall was transformed into a storybook full of adventure as our amazing students brought their favourite characters to life!
22 Aug 2025
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📚🙏 GRANDBOOK DAY LITURGY 🙏📚 Celebrating our Grandparents and Book Week in a special liturgy today before our Book Week parade. Thank you to all of our students, grandparents and staff who participated in the organization and presentation of this special celebration. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
22 Aug 2025
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✨ BOOK WEEK 2025 ✨ Thank you to our amazing staff for all of the effort they put in to their costumes to make today a special day for our students! 📚 Featuring stories from Hansel & Gretel 🍭, 101 Dalmatians 🐾, Alice in Wonderland 🐰, Jack & the Beanstalk , Goldilocks & the Three Bears 🐻 and The Three Little Pigs🐷 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
19 Aug 2025
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Our Laudato Si leaders, with Marian College, attended their fourth session at the Annangrove Environmental Centre last week. We were fortunate to welcome a guest speaker from BirdLife Australia, who inspired us with their knowledge and passion for identifying, caring and protecting our feathered friends habitats. We finished the session by reflecting on how we can find awe in the simplest things around us. Students shared special moments from their own lives when they have experienced awe, reminders that God’s creation invites us to pause, notice, and wonder each day. 🌏🙏
14 Aug 2025
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📚✈️ BOOK WEEK 2025: BOOK AN ADVENTURE! 🗺️📖 Adventure is just around the corner… and it starts with a book! 🌍✨ Our shelves are packed, the stories are waiting, and the countdown is ON! We can’t wait to take our students through to explore the world of books! They will be bringing their wish lists home, ready for Week 5! Take a sneak peek at our magical bookcases — each one a portal to somewhere new. Whether you’re sailing the seven seas, trekking through jungles, or blasting off into space, there’s a story ready to take you there. 🌌📘 🎒 Pack your imagination and get ready to Book an Adventure during Book Week 2025! We can’t wait to explore the world of books with you!
11 Aug 2025
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A reminder for parents of students in Years 2–6: if your child is keen and committed to joining Mini Vinnies, we’d love to have them involved! It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to live out their faith through acts of service and kindness in our school and community.
11 Aug 2025
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Our third session at the Annangrove Environment Hub saw our Laudato Si leaders treated to a bush tucker sensory experience where we were smelling, exploring the bushland, and learning about native plants and their uses. We also rolled up our sleeves and investigated water bugs, discovering how these tiny creatures can tell us about the health of our waterways. It was another fantastic hands-on session connecting science, sustainability, and our call to care for God’s creation.
04 Aug 2025
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Our Laudato Si’ leaders had a fantastic time on their second visit to the Annangrove Environmental Centre last week! Through hands-on experiences, they deepened their understanding of how science, sustainability, and faith come together in caring for God’s creation. 💧 They investigated pollution levels in Cattai Creek with an interactive water activity, 🌱 explored the wonders of composting and worm farming, 🪴 and learnt what makes soil healthy and what doesn’t! We shared great conversations about how we can make a positive difference in our school and beyond. Let’s continue to walk gently on the Earth and live out our call to care for our common home. 🌏
31 Jul 2025
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Kindergarten prepared a special song to sing to their parents on their 100th Day of School.