As their community recovers from devastating floods, students on our north coast are facing the challenge of learning without a school.
But 700 kilometres away in Sydney's north west, an army of helpers is working to ensure they have everything they need.
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02 Jul 2026
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Congratulations 5W on completing their Korra Tree! They are celebrating today watching a movie and enjoying a plate of yummy snacks! We are so proud of you! Keep it up 5W!
01 Jul 2026
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Year 2 have been working hard in Geography this term. They have been learning all about built and natural environments, rural and urban communities and important features of each. They then worked as a team to create their own little settlement which incorporated all of their new learning. Great work year 2
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02 Jul 2026
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Congratulations 5W on completing their Korra Tree! They are celebrating today watching a movie and enjoying a plate of yummy snacks! We are so proud of you! Keep it up 5W!
01 Jul 2026
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Year 2 have been working hard in Geography this term. They have been learning all about built and natural environments, rural and urban communities and important features of each. They then worked as a team to create their own little settlement which incorporated all of their new learning. Great work year 2
01 Jul 2026
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Congratulations to our Week 10 Student Achievement award winners and two of our Principal award winners. who received their awards at our Monday morning assembly.
26 Jun 2026
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Kindergarten loved cheering on Australia today!! ๐๐ It was so wonderful for them to experience watching the game live and participating in some fun World Cup colouring in. ๐ Go Australia !! ๐ฆ๐บ
26 Jun 2026
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โฝ๐๐ The excitement is building at St Mad's today as we cheer on the Socceroos! ๐ฆ๐บ Students have been enjoying the big match in a variety of ways, with some watching the game together while others have been busy completing fun soccer-themed learning activities in the classroom with the game in the background. From creative challenges to football-inspired tasks, our students have embraced the spirit of the game and shown plenty of Aussie community! Good luck, Socceroos! We're all behind you! ๐๐โฝ
25 Jun 2026
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Today our students from K-6 were lucky enough to be the very first audience for Marian Collegeโs โBack to the 80โsโ musical. What an amazing experience this was for our students. Many had siblings, cousins or neighbours up there on stage, giving their all, and putting on the most magnificent performance. Our students were clapping, singing and cheering along. Thank you Mr Smith and Marian College staff and students for giving this wonderful experience to our St Mads community. Marian Catholic College Kenthurst ๐ถ๐ธ๐ฅ๐บ๐ค
24 Jun 2026
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Year 1 Zoo Excursion ๐๐๐จ Our Year 1 students have had the best time at Sydney Zoo! We had many encounters with animals, some of whom chose to get very close! We feel so lucky! Our year 1 students are now on their way back to school excited to share what they have experienced and maybe a little tired from their incredible day.
22 Jun 2026
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๐๐ Green and Gold Mufti Day for World Cup Week 10 Fun! ๐๐ This Friday (Week 10), weโre showing our Aussie spirit and getting behind the Socceroos as they take on Paraguay! โฝ๐ฆ๐บ Students are invited to come dressed in green and gold mufti and show their support for Australia. Let's fill our school with plenty of green and gold and celebrate together! ๐๐
22 Jun 2026
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๐ฟ๐ Congratulations to our Stage 3 Laudato Si Leaders who attended the Vinnies Faith in Action (FIA) Encounter Day today. Our students represented our school beautifully and embraced the opportunity to deepen their understanding of what it means to live out our faith through service. Throughout the day, they explored how we are called to encounter human need, interpret these experiences through the lens of faith, reflect on their learning and respond with meaningful action. We are so proud of the compassion, empathy and leadership they demonstrated. May they continue to be inspired by Jesusโ call to love and serve others, bringing hope and dignity to those in need. ๐๐ฟ #FaithInAction #LaudatoSi #MiniVinnies #CatholicSocialTeaching
19 Jun 2026
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Congratulations to our Principal Award recipients for Term 2, such a fantastic achievement, we are so proud of you! ๐๐ We would also like to congratulate the incredible students in our band for their outstanding performances at todayโs assembly and last Friday evening. Your dedication, time, and effort have truly paid off, and you deserve this recognition alongside your music teacher, Mr King! ๐ต
18 Jun 2026
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Thank you to our wonderful community for your generosity for our Winter Appeal! Our students looked fantastic in their winter woollies and it was excellent to have so many students helping support this wonderful cause. If you would still like to donate, you are welcome to bring a donation tomorrow.