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November 1, 2024 in Spark Updates

Spark – Issue 16, Term 4

We are thrilled to bring you the latest edition of Spark, packed with exciting stories and important updates from our vibrant College community. Our students have been shining on the…
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A Gospel Message of Compassion and Generosity

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On Thursday 24th October Sister Josie and I had the opportunity to attend the Catholic Mission Mass with Lilly McFadden, Jerome Pongi and Miabella Spina who proudly represented St. Brigid’s…

SPECIAL REPORT – Navigating AI Relationships

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Despite governments globally moving towards raising the minimum age for social media access due to mounting concerns about the negative effects on youth mental health and wellbeing, there's now an…

Friday House Challenge

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Here are some photos of the Friday House Challenges that the students have been competing in the last two weeks. The teachings also joined in. It is always great seeing…

World Teachers’ Day 2024

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Last Friday the College held a morning tea to celebrate World Teachers Day. We thank all our amazing teachers, for their endless dedication, patience, and passion. Their hard work and…

Spirit on Country Conference

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Our Principal, Mr. Murdoch, and our Aboriginal Education Worker, Sharon Bailey, began their Spirit on Country Conference journey with an emotional day at Myall Creek. They connected with everyone to…

Student Achievement Seth T

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We are thrilled to announce that Seth T has won the 2024 Australia Junior Nationals Championship in the 85cc 12-14 years category! This incredible achievement makes Seth a 2Γ— Australian…

Student Achievement – Netball

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Well done to Natasha & Lilly who won their netball grand final, playing in the Seniors Division 8 competition at Wyong last term! Additionally, our Budgewoi Netball Club Junior 3…

Job Jump October 24 2024

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Cultivating Positive Learner Dispositions for Lifelong Success

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In our strategic plan we identified that we wanted toΒ β€œprovide quality learning opportunities that empower students to value education, develop a lifelong love of learning and build the knowledge, skills…

SPECIAL REPORT – The Cost of Living Crisis

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In our ever-changing economic landscape, parents and caregivers are increasingly faced with the task of broaching the subject of growing expenses with their children. While the instinct may be to…

Reminder – Groovin the Green – 8 November 2024

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Our annual β€˜Groovin the Green’ fete-style event is almost here. Staff, students, and parent volunteers have been busy planning for it to be even bigger and better than last year,…

HSC Major Works

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As we enter the HSC exams, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible effort and creativity our Year 12 students have poured into their major works. From…

Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) – Service Information

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Please see an advertisement for the Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE). https://www.cihe.edu.au/apply-now/   Luke Evans Career Advisor

Student Achievement – Congratulations to Tynisha F of Year 12 2024!

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We are thrilled to announce that Tynisha recently returned from the Cook Islands, where she played for the U21 Samoa National Netball team in the U21 Netball World Youth Cup…

Student Achievement – Congratulations to Zack!

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After a year of dedication and hard work, Zack (Year 9) has achieved his 1st Dan Black Belt! Over the past 12 months, Zack has shown immense perseverance and commitment,…

Broken Bay Rugby and Girls AFL Gala Day

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What an incredible day at the Broken Bay Boys Rugby Union and Girls AFL Intermediate Gala Day! Huge congratulations to all the teams for their hard work and sportsmanship. Days…

Year 12 Clap Out!

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Last term, we gathered to honour our incredible Year 12 students on their last day of school.   To our incredible Year 12 students, we wish you all the best…

Volleyball Showdown: Teachers vs. Year 12 Students!

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What an incredible match we had on the last week of term 3. Β The teachers and Year 12 students faced off in a thrilling volleyball game, and it was a…

Year 12 Smoking Ceremony and Graduation Mass

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At the end of last Term we held a smoking ceremony and graduation mass. The Year 12 smoking ceremony and graduation mass is a profound and memorable event that marks…

Job Jump October, 17 2024

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Job Jump Early Entry Guide

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Servant Leadership the desire to help others

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Last Friday 13th September was a special occasion for the outgoing student leaders who supported the new leaders with a badging ceremony and liturgy.Β  The parents were invited to pin…

Celebrating Year 12: Wishing You a Successful Graduation Week!

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As the final days of your high school journey approach, we want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to all our Year 12 students. Next week marks a significant milestone in…

Dodgeball – Year 12 v Staff

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Today the courts buzzed with excitement as our year 12 students and staff faced off in a thrilling game of dodgeball. The students, agile and quick, darted around the court,…

SPECIAL REPORT: Dealing with Disappointment

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Disappointment is a natural part of life that young people will encounter as they navigate through different experiences. It can result from unmet expectations, setbacks, or shattered dreams. However, learning…

College Colour Run – Tuesday Week 10

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Get ready for a vibrant and fun-filled day as we celebrate our Year 12 students with a spectacular Colour Run! Mufti Day: Wear white clothing to make the most of…

Catholic Mission Fundraiser – Friday Week 10

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On Friday Week 10 St Brigid's will join together to raise money for Catholic Mission. Students have been working on creating market stalls in their Wellbeing lessons this term and…

Congratulations to the Newly Appointed College Captains

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Dear St Brigid's Community, On behalf of the St Brigid’s Catholic College community, I congratulate the following students on being selected as the 2024/25 St Brigid’s Catholic College Captains. College…

Student Community Sport Achievements

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We are absolutely delighted with the outstanding achievements of our students in community sports! The emails keep pouring in, and we couldn’t be happier! Please continue sharing these fantastic updates…

Student Achievement – Halle B

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We are so proud of Halle (Year for being one of the 18 selected from across Australia to join the Under 16’s Australian Indigenous Oztag team! Despite a close loss…

Weekend victories for our sports stars!

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This past Saturday was a day of triumph and excitement for our school community! The Under 14s soccer team from Doyalson-Wyee Wolves Soccer Club emerged victorious in their grand final…

Homebush Athletics

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Our team of 32 students truly shone at the athletics meet held at Homebush. Despite the long day, with many competitors facing extended waits between events or traveling down for…

Job Jump September, 19 2024

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Importance of Building Relationships – Schools and Families – Alex Walters

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Over the last two weeks we have celebrated our students and our community. On Tuesday we held our Stage 6 CAPA and Design and Technology Showcase and on Friday our…

SPECIAL REPORT: R U OK? Day

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Understanding the growing challenges related to mental health among young people is an important consideration. Anxiety, depression and self-harm - are all causes for concern. Factors like academic pressure, social…

Friday House Challenge

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Today’s house challenge was a competitive game of soccer played with a ball made out of socks between Walker and Kildare.Β  Walker house won during a penalty shoot-out. Here are…

HSC Study Guide 2024

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The HSC Study Guide is now available for students and families. This is a great resource for students as they prepare for the HSC Examinations in October. Click here to…

Celebrating Teacher Aide Appreciation Week!

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A huge thank you to our incredible teacher aides for their unwavering support, dedication, and hard work. Your contributions make a world of difference in our classrooms every day. We…

Student Achievement – Lockie

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Meet Lockie, a St Brigid's student in year 11, he is a dedicated fireman who has been serving the community in countless ways! Starting his training at just 15, he…

Tuesday Sports Inflame

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Every Tuesday afternoon, some of our students head down to the Woongarrah Playing Fields to play a variety of sports. Last week these students enjoyed playing touch football.Β  Everyone had…

Father’s Day Breakfast

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Last week we celebrated the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who inspire, support, and guide our students every day.Β  Your love and dedication make a world of difference.Β  Thank you…

St Brigid’s Intermediate Basketball Teams Excel at Catholic Schools Broken Bay Gala Day

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This week, St Brigid’s intermediate basketball teams have truly shone, bringing home silver medals from the Catholic Schools Broken Bay gala day. Both our boys’ and girls’ teams achieved impressive…

Community Satisfaction Survey – Uniform Provider

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Dear Parents and Carers, St Brigid's Catholic College is seeking parent feedback on our current Uniform Provider (Cowan and Lewis) to ensure the provider is meeting the requirements of the…

Faith Formation – The Importance of Catholic Education

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The community spirit is alive and well at St. Brigid’s.Β  Since starting my new role at the school, I have been impressed with how welcoming staff, parents and students have…

Book Week – “Reading is Magic”

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This week the College celebrated Book Week.Β  The theme this year was β€œReading is Magic”. Students have participated in various activities over the week including writing competitions and open mic…

SPECIAL REPORT: Healthy Study Habits

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In today's world, where distractions are abundant and the pressure to excel is high, guiding children to develop healthy study habits is more important than ever. As students aspire to…

NAIDOC Week

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Last Monday the College came together to celebrate NAIDOC Week with a flag-raising ceremony to honour and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The…

Schools Cup Netball

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A huge congratulations to all our netball teams who competed last week over two days and at two different locations! First, our girls' teamsβ€”Year 7, Year 7 & 8, Year…

Multi Sports World Championships

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We have some fantastic news! Congratulations to Isaiah R on his impressive 7th place finish in the Junior Elite category at the Multi Sports World Championship in Townsville! It’s a…

Agriculture Tocal Farm Experience

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Students in 9 and 10 Agriculture were able to deepen their understanding of farming enterprises last week with a visit to Tocal Agricultural College. They were given the opportunity to…

Short Sharp Theatre

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Year 11 Drama students performed their group devised play Culinary Crossroads at the Short Sharp Theatre Competition in Paramatta last term. The competition involved students creating a 10-minute original play…

Congratulations to Our Talented Dance Teams!

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A massive shoutout to all our incredible Inflame dance groups who participated in the recent The Movement Dance Competition in Erina! Your hard work and dedication truly shone on stage.…

Ag News!

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We have a lot of exciting things happening in Agriculture this term! This month marked Immi the cow's first birthday, and she enjoyed a special apple treat to celebrate. Happy…

Year 9 Commerce and Year 11 Business Studies

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Year 9 Commerce and Year 11 Business Studies students extend their learning with a visit from the I2N at the University of Newcastle This week, students had the opportunity to…

Isaiah Ryan – Multi Sports World Championships

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Please join us in wishing Isaiah R of Year 11, who is competing at Townsville in the multi sports world championships for sprint Duathlon representing Australia as Junior Elite on…

Junior Boys Basketball

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The boys played exceptionally well against the colleges in Broken Bay and secured some impressive wins. It was a fantastic day, with the team showcasing great energy and making the…

Australian Tagaroos Success!

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A big congratulations to Bronte of Year 10 who represented Australia in the Girls 16s Australian Tagaroos Team recently. They competed in the Australian Invitational Challenge at Coffs Harbour where…

Under 13 Boys and Under 14 Girls Rugby League

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We'd like to take the opportunity to congratulate the 13's Boys and 14's Girls College Rugby League teams that competed in the Catholic Schools Broken Bay Championships at Morry Breen…

Year 11 Hospitality

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Last week in Year 11 Hospitality, our talented students got creative in the kitchen, whipping up an array of delicious tapas dishes! On the menu: sticky pork belly bites, zesty…

Having Choice – Subject selections for Stage 5 and 6

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Our Year 10 and 8 students this term will be provided with the opportunity to choose courses to study next year.Β  As teachers we know when students have some choice…

Our Successful Year 11 and 10 Senior Students Term 4 2024 and 2025

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Below is the list of our successful students for Senior Student Leaders for Term 4 2024/2025. There were 37 applications this year, the highest number ever. I would hope that…

Student Achievement – Seth T

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We have some fantastic news to share about Seth (Year 7) who competed at the World Junior Motocross Championship in the Netherlands last month. Seth finished 12th overall, out of…

SPECIAL REPORT: Eating Anxiety

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The complexity of eating anxiety stems from a combination of social, psychological, and environmental factors. Young people may develop this anxiety due to social pressures related to eating in front…

Year 7 extend their Geography learning through real world applications

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Year 7 students were treated to a visit from Urban Designer and company Director of Unique Urban. It was a great way for students to be introduced to their learning…

Year 7 Agriculture

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Our Year 7 Technology students, who are currently studying Agriculture this term, had a wonderful experience meeting our newest baby chicks! As part of their curriculum, they are gaining hands-on…

Friday House Challenge

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The current theme for our House challenge is the Olympics. Last week our students completed an Olympic torch relay which was won by Walker, followed by Terry, Kildare and Lakes.…

Isaiah R – Year 11

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Please join us in congratulating Isaiah R of Year 11, on his most recent cross-country achievement. First week back Isaiah headed down to Sydney International Equestrian Centre to complete in…

Nationals – Kye Mc

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Kye never ceases to amaze us! On Monday morning at the National Swimming Championships in Queensland Kye had an amazing race, bringing home the silver medal for the boys 400m…

Athletics Carnival

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Our 2024 Athletics Carnival was a huge success, bringing together students, staff, and families in a fun and competitive event! Thank you to all the participants for their enthusiasm and…

Sailing World Championships

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We'd like to share some incredible news! Emily H of Year 12 and James H (alumni) have certainly proven themselves as top contenders in the F18 Catamaran class with their…

Under 14 NRL

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What an exhilarating and fulfilling experience we had with the under 14 girls' rugby league team! Making it to the semi-finals and placing first in their pool is a fantastic…

NSW All Schools Golf

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Our golfers Kiara CJ, Ryan C, and Blake C did an outstanding job representing both our College and NSW All Schools at the recent NSW All Schools golf tournament. Competing…

Miss Ardern

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Let's give a big round of applause to Miss Ardern for her remarkable accomplishment with the NSW All Schools 15 Girls Volleyball team! Β Securing 3rd place in the School Sport…

Student Achievement – Layla J

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We want to recognize Layla-J from Year 10 for her exceptional dedication to Karate. Layla-j has been devoted to practicing Karate twice a week with the same Dojo since Kindergarten,…

The Beatitudes at Work

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This week, I quizzed staff on their knowledge of Jesus. In Catholic schools, we do all things in Christ, so therefore, we need to know who he is. And rest…

High School Musical Jnr

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This week the College showcased the talent of our drama Students in High School Musical Jnr over two nights. We acknowledge all the hard work by the students and staff…

Battle of the Chefs

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A big congratulations to our students who took part in the annual 'Battle of the Chefs' competition at St. Peter's Catholic College. This exciting event brought together students from Years…

SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating NAIDOC Week

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NAIDOC week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is celebrated by all Australians and is a great opportunity to recognise and learn…

The Parliament of NSW School Leadership Program

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The Parliament of NSW and Government House jointly conduct a civics and citizenship program for Year 12 captains and student leaders from all NSW secondary schools. It gives the student…

Under 16 Girls Rugby League

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Under 16 girls NRL rugby league gala day at Rogers Park Woy Woy was filled with memorable moments despite the challenges with weather (freezing) and a shortened schedule. Starting the…

Student Achievement – Emily H

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Emily H of Year 12 has been participating in high level competition for F18 catamaran Sailing with her brother James. This year’s achievements are: Nacra Nationals 2nd overall F 18…

Friday House Challenge

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Last week our students participated in a sing off for their House Challenge.Β  Kildare won, followed by Lakes, Walker and Terry. Well done Kildare.

Central Coast Secondary Oztag Cup

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It's a very eventful and rewarding week with your Oztag teams! It's impressive have six teams participating in the central coast secondary school tournament and the successes of your girls'…

Catholic Schools NSW – Broken Bay Team

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Congratulations to your College Representatives at the Catholic Schools NSW Cross Country event! Jariah R, Oliver K, Isaiah R, Jack M, Tom M and Chase B all performed admirably on…

Our Digital Natives

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In today's digital age, our children are growing up with technology at their fingertips. As part of school education and more directly in the PDHPE curriculum we actively teach and…

Beanies for Brain Cancer

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Today our students wore a beanie and gave a gold coin donation.Β  There was even a cake stall to raise additional funds. Β All money raised will go towards The Mark…

St Brigid’s 10 Year Anniversary Dinner

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Last Friday, St Brigid’s Catholic College celebrated their 10 year anniversary at Magenta Shores Golf & Country Club It was an amazing evening, attended by students, staff, alumni, and members…

Friday House Challenge

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Today our students were given a new challenge.Β  One student from each house had to stand on a wobble board holding a hoop while others had to try and get…

Student Achievement – Seth T

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Well done to Seth T who has been selected to represent Australia at the World Junior Motocross Championship in the Netherlands next month! Alongside this amazing achievement, Seth has also:…

The Bidgiwang Group

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Hats off to the Bidgiwang group for their outstanding performance at our assembly last week. The show was truly incredible, showcasing their dedication and hard work!

Student Achievement – Zara H

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A big congratulations to Zara H in Year 10 who has been selected into the Cricket NSW academy for 2024! We are confident that your dedication and hard work will…

St Vincent De Paul’s Winter Appeal

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Dear St Brigid’s Community, Our Social Justice campaign for this term is focused on the St Vincent De Paul’s Winter Appeal. We are asking for students to Bring: blankets, tracksuits…

NSW Young Volunteer of the Year Nomination

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Congratulations to Herbie G in Year 10 who has been nominated for the 2024 NSW Youth Volunteer of the Year Award! Herbie received this nomination because of the volunteer work…

SPECIAL REPORT: Smokeless Tobacco Products

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The evolving nicotine landscape requires parents and caregivers to stay informed to protect young people from these emerging threats. Snus and nicotine pouches are gaining popularity among young people as…

Swimming Superstar

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Kye Mc has had an incredibly successful and fulfilling two days of competition with Catholic Schools NSW! Qualifying for the School Sport Australia Championship in Queensland, this is a significant…

Boys Rugby League

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Another incredible day of rugby league for our under 15 boys team! Mr Philpot’s supervision and coaching undoubtedly contributed to the team’s success, along with the effective communication between players…

Respect for Ourselves and Others

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Our core purpose here at St Brigid’s is teaching and learning. As a Catholic College, we lead this core purpose through the guise of a Religious, Catholic, perspective. When we…

National Reconciliation Week

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This week is National Reconciliation Week (NRW).Β  It is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us…

St Brigid’s Angels Trivia night

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St Brigid’s Angels hosted a spectacular trivia evening yesterday. The theme of the night was β€˜Women Empowerment,’ which was brought to the forefront by amazing guest speaker Angela Skellie from…

Model United Nations Assembly

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On Thursday, 3 of our Year 10 students participated in the Model United Nations Assembly through the Terrigal Rotary Club. MUNA is an educational simulation where students role-play as delegates…

St Mary’s & St Brigid’s Family Mass

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Last Sunday evening, families from St Brigid’s and St Mary’s Primary school joined the St Mary’s congregation to celebrate our Family Mass. Students from both schools took part in singing…

Under 13 NRL

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Once again NRL Central Coast organised an exciting event with the Under 13 boys Rugby League Gala Day at Morry Breen Oval! Despite the initial concern about the weather, it…

Student Achievement – Seth T

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We are thrilled to recognise the remarkable achievement of one of our Year 7 students in Motocross! Seth T is a factory Junior motocross rider for Gasgas Australia. Seth is…

Broken Bay Cross Country

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We had some remarkable achievement from the St. Brigid's team at the Broken Bay Cross Country event! Transitioning to Gosford Racecourse from St. Ives Showground was a significant change, but…

Year 7 Food and Agriculture

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Year 7 students had their first cooking practical recently as part of their Food and Agriculture unit, focusing on eggs. For many of our students this marked their first experience…

NCCD Parent Information

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The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (the national data collection) is an annual collection that counts the number of school students receiving an adjustment due…

The Power of Getting the Small Things Right

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I recently found a book by Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin Koval called β€œThe power of small. Why little things make all the difference”. While the authors are renowned for…

You’re Invited! St Brigid’s 10 Year Anniversary Dinner

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Dear St Brigid's Community, In 2024, St Brigid’s is celebrating itsΒ 10th YearΒ of β€˜Inflaming hearts and minds in Christ’ and we are excited to share an opportunity to commemorate this important…

New College Sports Shirt

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New College Sports Shirt- Indigenous Design - Student Led We are very excited to announce that the NEW College PDHPE Shirt will be available in the coming weeks and will…

SPECIAL REPORT: Vaping & E-Cigarettes

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Over recent months, there has been a growing concern about the impending epidemic affecting young people in relation to the use of e-cigarettes and the trendy pastime of vaping. As…

Free CCGT Apprenticeship and Traineeship Information session

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We are pleased to invite parents and students to a FREE information session about apprenticeships and traineeships, presented by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) brought to you by CSBB Pathways…

St Brigid’s Angels Trivia Night!

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You are invited! Join us at the St Brigid's Angels Trivia Night! Our students are excited to host this event, welcoming all community members. Get ready for a delightful evening…

Friday House Challenge

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Today our students got to enjoy an exciting new challenge.Β  Staff even got involved in the action. Lakes house won overall followed by Walker, Kildare and Terry and in the…

Theatresports Central Coast Heat

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St Brigid's hosted the Central Coast Heat of Theatresports on Wednesday evening. The event involved schools from all over the Central Coast and Hunter region. Our students engaged in performance…

Open Soccer

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Congratulations to both our open soccer teams for their commendable performance last week! Despite the weather challenges and venue changes, it's wonderful to hear that the girls had a fantastic…

Family Mass

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You are invited to our Term 2 Family Mass on Sunday May 26th. Join us from 4pm for cricket and games then Mass at 6pm. This is a fantastic afternoon…

Broken Bay Rugby League Representative

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Congratulations to Ryda, Bailey, Archie, and Alexah for their impressive performance at the Metro trials! Making it to the representative level is a significant accomplishment and a testament to their…

U16 & 19 Futsal

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It's fantastic for our college to be apart of the growth and popularity of futsal amongst schools on the Central Coast! Futsal offers an opportunity for our students to enjoy…

Mother’s Day Morning Tea

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We thank all the wonderful Mothers, Grandmothers and significant women in our students lives for attending our Mother's Day Breakfast last Friday. Each year we have more and more families…

Intermediate Boys Soccer

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Our intermediate boy's soccer team had an amazing time at the intermediate boy's soccer gala day last week down at Forrestville! The weather may have been unpredictable, but it didn't…

High School Musical Junior

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Our talented cast are excited to perform High School Musical Jr for our school community this term! Get excited!! Tickets will be available to purchase from Week 4, more details…

Road Safety

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Dear St Brigid's Community, This is an important reminder that road safety is a shared responsibility. Please discuss this notice with your family. To increase the safety on Carters Road,…

University Open Days

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Please take a look at some of the upcoming tertiary open daysJTVCZGZsaXAlMjBpZCUzRCUyMjk3NTMlMjIlMjAlNUQlNUIlMkZkZmxpcCU1RCUwQQ==

Omniscient by Byron S

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Byron S in Year 11 received 20/20 for his short-story written for his English Advanced Assessment. Please take a moment to read his story. What a fantastic piece of writing.Β …

HELP WANTED! – Year 11 Construction Work Placements Request

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Our Year 11 Students in VET Construction (pathways) need to connect with Trades in the profession and complete a week (35hrs) of work placement to experience realistic and contextual work…

Friday House Challenge

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Today our students had a balloon popping puzzle challenge.Β  There were lots of laughs and fun had by all. Terry took out the win with Walker, Lakes and Kildare. Go…

Reminder: St Brigid’s 10 Year Anniversary Dinner

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In 2024, St Brigid’s is celebrating its 10th Year of β€˜Inflaming hearts and minds in Christ’ and we are excited to share an opportunity to commemorate this important anniversary with…

SPECIAL REPORT: Trauma Recovery

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Trauma in children significantly disturbs their sense of safety and normalcy, leading to substantial emotional and behavioural changes. Such disturbances often result from exposure to traumatic events, which may be…

Anzac Liturgy

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On Tuesday our College community gathered together for a Liturgy in honour of Anzac Day. Please see below some photos from the Liturgy.

CHS Sailing

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Well done to our college Sailors; Samuel D of Year 9, Issac A of Year 10 and Lucy L and Emily H of Year 12! They participated in the NSW…

Lest We Forget

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On Anzac Day our College community honoured the spirit of the ANZACs at Doyalson RSL. Together, our students and staff marched with pride, for the men and women that made…

Broken Bay Touch Representatives

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Congratulations Archie A and Jayden A from Year 8, who recently made their debut appearance at the representative level in touch football for Broken Bay. Their hard work, dedication, and…

National Age Championships

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The final week of Term 1 was a busy one for everyone, but it was even more so for Kye Mc, who was battling it out in the pool at…

Central Coast Careers Expo at Avondale University!

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On Tuesday, April 9th, students from Year 10 had the exciting opportunity to attend the CCGT & Avondale University Central Coast Careers Expo. This event provided a unique opportunity for…

Active Student Participation!

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On the last day of Term 1, 12 of our enthusiastic Year 10 students joined St Brendan’s for their exciting Bike and Scooter Day. This event was expertly managed by…

Kye Mc – Broken Bay Swimming Team

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Please join us once again in congratulating Kye of Year 9 on his most recent achievements at SOPAC. Last week Kye placed in the following events on the Broken Bay…

College Taster Day

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On 10 April 2024, St Brigid's College welcomed Year 6 students from our surrounding schools to experience a day in the life at our College. We are thrilled to share…

Netball Stars

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Jade P from Year 9 and Sienna B from Year 10 showcased their exceptional talent and dedication in netball at last weekend’s 2024 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games in…

AP Message- End of Term

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I am always amazed by the pace of each term- they seem to fly by. As we approach the last week of Term One, I would like to thank you…

Broken Bay Rugby League Trials and Selection success

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It was a successful day for Broken Bay trials under 15 boys and under 16 girls rugby league last week. Β It was a later start for the boys followed by…

SPECIAL REPORT: Respectful Language

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In today’s world, it is becoming apparent that some young people are being influenced by the language around them. It is becoming more common for them to hear derogatory terms…

Reminder: School Photos

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Dear Parents, School photography day is next Tuesday, 9 April 2024. Group and portrait photographs can be purchased by following the link below or by returning the order envelope with…

Easter Liturgy

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On Thursday, our College community gathered in a spirit of unity and contemplation to observe an Easter Liturgy.Β  Together, we journeyed through the seven scenes of Passion Week, reflecting on…

Inflame – Bushwalking Group

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A small group of Year 7 students went bushwalking along the Geebung Walking Track for their last Inflame activity of Term 1. The weather was pleasant, and they walked for…

CCC Easter Festival Report

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On Friday, March 22nd, St Brigid’s Youth Ministry hosted the first Combined Catholic Coasties event for 2024. We had 130 students from St Joseph’s, St Peter’s, Mackillop and St Brigid’s…

Year 7 Technology

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Year 7 technology completes 4 units throughout the year. In our Food and Agriculture unit, students look at egg production and link theory lessons to practical tasks on the agricultural…

Broken Bay Touch Team

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Huge congratulations to Bailey N and Archie H both of Year 8 for their exceptional achievement in being selected for the Broken Bay Under 15 Boys touch football team!Β  This…

Open Basketball

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Congratulations to our open basketball teams on their recent Broken Bay championships. Β Their dedication and teamwork are a reflection both on and off the court. Β This victory is a testament…

Combined Family Mass

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On 16 March, St Brigid's Catholic College joined with St Brendan's Primary School for a cricket match and a Combined Family Mass. There was a large contingent of cricket players,…

Friday House Challenge

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On Friday 15 March, St Brigid’s were delighted to welcome two international cricketers to our Friday challenge. Both Fr Tomy and Fr Baby stepped forward with their cricket bats to…

Working in Partnership

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Building positive relationships between schools and parents is the cornerstone of nurturing student learning and achievement. To formalise our commitment to effective communication and mutual respect, Catholic Schools Broken Bay…

Expressing our Catholic Faith

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This Sunday is Palm Sunday. It signifies the moment that Jesus entered triumphantly into Jerusalem and acts as the starting point for Passion Week, the last week of Jesus’ life.…

Harmony Day 2024

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Yesterday, at St Brigid's, students and staff celebrated Harmony Day by wearing orange accessories to school.Β  Traditionally, orange signifies social communication and meaningful conversations, as well as freedom of ideas…

Cultural Diversity

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Cultural diversity encompasses the variety of cultures, beliefs, and traditions present globally, contributing to a rich tapestry of human experiences and perspectives. By valuing every child's cultural background, we enable…

Broken Bay Swimming Carnival

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What an incredible day we had at Homebush last week for Broken Bay Swimming Carnival. A big round of applause to all our students who embraced the challenges of a…

Textiles and Design TexStyle Excursion

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TEXStyle is the annual showcase of exemplary HSC Textiles and Design.Β  In 2024, it features 34 Major Textiles Projects selected from over 1,550 submitted by students across NSW for the…

Catholic Schools NSW Volleyball

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Please join us in acknowledging Ms Ardern and Mr Landrigan for all their continued support and exceptional dedication to Volleyball during the recent event of Catholic Schools NSW under 15…

College Open Day 2024

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On 12 March our College welcomed prospective families and students for Open Day 2024. We would like to extend our gratitude to the wonderful cohort of students and staff that…

On Stage 2024

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Stage 5 and 6 Drama students attended Onstage earlier this term.Β  Onstage is selection of exemplary drama projects created by 2023 HSC students. Our Drama students left inspired to create…

The Importance of Routines

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A couple of weeks ago at the Year 11 Information evening I spoke to families about the importance of forming good routines and study habits to support studentΒ success and wellbeing.…

International Women’s Day Breakfast

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Today our St Brigid’s Angels held a breakfast for our community to celebrate International Women’s Day. Our School Marketing Officer, Victoria Price was the guest speaker giving a speech on…

Groovin the Green

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Our annual β€˜Groovin the Green’ fete-style event is fast approaching, with less than a month to go. Staff, students, and parent volunteers have been busy planning for it to be…

St Brigid’s and St Brendan’s Combined Family Mass

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We invite you to join us for our first combined family Mass for 2024 which will be held on Saturday 16 March 2024. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect…

College Swimming Carnival

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Our whole College community carnivals can be such exciting events, full of energy and competitive spirit and our 2024 swimming carnival was a great way to start 2024 off with…

Year 11 Agriculture Farm Case Study

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On Monday Year 11 Agriculture students went to Tocal College for their Farm Case Study on the Dairy. Β Students were able to talk with the Dairy Farm manager, Matt Brett,…

Catholic Schools NSW – Golf Selections

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Congratulations to the following students on their selection to trial for Catholic Schools NSW Golf team:Β Blake C of Year 8, Kiara CJ of year 10, andΒ Ryan C of year 12.…

Girls Touch Football

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Congratulations to our Open and Under 15 girls Touch Football teams for their effort and sportsmanship, last Monday down at Nolan's reserve. Β Celebrating your efforts and commitment you all put…

Special report: Toxic Achievement Culture

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Toxic achievement culture is a critical societal issue where an individual's self-worth is entangled to their academic or extracurricular achievements. This culture is not merely about striving for success; it…

Results – Pathways & Partnerships β€˜CSBB Enterprise in the Community’ finals competition

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We are thrilled to announce the outstanding results of the Pathways & Partnerships β€˜CSBB Enterprise in the Community' finals competition, which unfolded at the Caroline Chisholm Centre last term. St…

Year 7 Reflection Day

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On Thursday our Yr7 students participated in a Reflection Day, aimed to orientate Year 7 students to the faith and cultural identity of St Brigid's and the wellbeing programs on…

Expressing our Catholic Faith

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At St Brigid’s, we express our Catholic faith unapologetically. We interact with our faith in multiple ways. Prayer is our first port of call and we start off each day…

FHC- Congratulations Lakes

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Lakes House has won the Friday House Challenge (FHC) again this week- Congratulations! The aim of the game was to land a water balloon on students from another House. The…

Isaiah R- Year 11

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Congratulations Isaiah R of Year 11 on his recent success at Catholic Schools NSW. Isaiah would normally compete in the Triathlon held out at Sydney International Regatta Centre, but due…

Walk n Chat with our Parent Engagement Coordinator

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Year 7 Welcome BBQ

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Yesterday we welcomed our Year 7 families to the College community with a BBQ and Smoking Ceremony. We extend our gratitude to those families who could attend.Β  It is a…

Kye Mc – Year 9

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Please once again join us in congratulating Kye of Year 9 on his most recent success in the pool. Kye over the weekend swam at the NSW Country Championship at…

Live Parent Webinars

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Register for Elevate’s Parent Webinar Series This Term Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over the next…

Support our College Cafe

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Support our College Cafe. The best coffee around, made by our students. Every Wednesday and Friday morning, 7.45am - 8.10am

Student helpers – St Mary’s Swimming Carnival

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On Monday the 12th of February, 22 of our students from Year 8 to 10 attended the St Mary's Swimming carnival as student helpers. Β Our students always look forward to…

Ash Wednesday Mass

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Last Wednesday our College came together to partake in Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent where we receive ashes on our forehead as a sign of our…

Alumni Success

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We love hearing from our past students and sharing in their success after life at the College. We recently heard from Natasha Hawkshaw who graduated at St Brigid's in 2022.…

Friday House Challenge

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This week’s Friday House Challenge was one of skill and precision.Β  Students had to cut away slice by slice compressed flour with a ruler without having the mentos that was…

Message from the AP, Student Achievement

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A very warm welcome to all new students and families to the St Brigid's community. Β We are also very excited to welcome our new cohort of Year 7 students and…

Opening School Mass

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Our opening school mass is both a fitting celebration of the feast of St Brigid and the welcoming of our new staff and students. Β This year we were fortunate to…

Shrove Tuesday – February 13

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Why do we eat Pancakes on Shrove Tuesday? Shrove Tuesday is the last day before we enter into the time of Lent. Β Lent is for fasting and purifying ourselves, so…

Reminder – College Open Day

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Are you or someone you know looking to enrol a student at St Brigid's Catholic College? Our Open Day will be held Tuesday, March 12 between 9am - 12pm. Call…

SPECIAL REPORT: The Wellbeing Barometer 2024

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The Wellbeing Barometer survey has proven to be an invaluable tool for schools, providing insights into the state of youth mental health and wellbeing. Whilst last year’s results focussed the…

NSW School Vaccination Program

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Dear Parents/Carers, In 2024 the following vaccines will be offered: If your child is in Year 7 or Year 10 this year, you can now provide online consent for their…

Welcome Year 7

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Last week we welcomed our new Year 7 students to the College.Β  There were a lot of nervous excitement as the students walked through our gates. Here are some photos…

Maths Olympiad Elitist!

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Ivy R of Year 9 was recently awarded the title of International Maths Challenge Elitist! The College would like to congratulate Ivy on such a wonderful achievement. Students who score…

Road Safety around Schools

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Dear St Brigid Community, Road Safety is a shared responsibility- how you can help. As the Central Coast's population increases, schools on Carters Road are experiencing congestion during the peak…

Surf Life Saving – Congratulations to Zach M of Year 8

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Congratulations to Zach M of Year 8, who on the weekend became U13 Branch Board Champion. Zach, who is a member of Lakes Surf Club, has won this event for…

Popes Intentions for February

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Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. You are invited to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people…

Congratulations Kye Mc

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Kye Mc of Year 9 recently competed in the NSW Senior State Championship in multiple events. Β This was a massive week in the pool for him competing over 6 days…

End of the Year (Learning) – 1st December, 2023

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It has become the norm in many schools that meaningful learning tasks become few and far between in the last couple of weeks of the year.Β  I appreciate that the…

CAPA Showcase

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On Wednesday night we held our CAPA (Creative and Performing Arts) Showcase. The evening was a chance for our Stage 4 and 5 students to present some of the creative…

Year 7 Hunter Valley Zoo Excursion

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Students in year 7 are enjoying their day today at Hunter Valley Zoo where they can put their ecosystem learning into practice by identifying biotic and abiotic things in the…

The 7 Habits of Highly Happy People

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Highly happy people all share happy habits. It’s as simple as that. The happiest people I know share 7 very obvious habits. If you’re looking to expand your general happiness…

Masi Mobin talks to Year 8

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Year 8 have recently been studying the concept of refugees in both English and Religious Education.Β  As part of this study, students were given the opportunity to listen to the…

Year 12 Leaders Day

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On Thursday of Week 6, the Captains and Vice Captains of St Brigid’s joined the other school captains in the diocese to learn about leadership and discuss their roles as…
Spark Updates
November 1, 2024

Spark – Issue 16, Term 4

We are thrilled to bring you the latest edition of Spark, packed with exciting stories and important updates from our vibrant College community. Our students have been shining on the…
Spark Updates
September 6, 2024

Spark – Issue 13, Term 3

Welcome to another edition of Spark.Β  We are excited to share the latest news, achievements and events that highlight the vibrant spirit of our College community. This edition also includes…
Spark Updates
August 23, 2024

Spark – Issue 12, Term 3

Dear St Brigid's Community, This week the College celebrated Book Week.Β  The theme was β€œBooks are magical”.Β  There were various activities organised by Mr Evans throughout this week.Β  Today we…
Spark Updates
August 9, 2024

Spark – Issue 11, Term 3

Dear St Brigid's Community, Welcome to our first issue of Spark News for Term 3. The past few weeks have been busy here at the College.Β  The Senior Student Leadership…

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πŸŽ‰ Life after St Brigid's! πŸŽ‰ We are thrilled to announce that our talented student, Monique, has received an early offer from the University of

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Spark News- Issue 16, Term 4 ✨ Welcome to another edition of Spark News. This edition is packed with exciting stories and important updates. Also,

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Not long to go! Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Groovin the Green 2024! This year, our combined school event will be held on

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Check out Toukley- Lake Munmorah Parish new weekly bulletin πŸ‘‰ www.bbcatholic.org.au/.../news.../parish-bulletins

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πŸŽ‰ Life after St Brigid's! πŸŽ‰ We are thrilled to announce that Taylor has received an early offer to study a Bachelor of Nursing at

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🌟 Happy Teachers’ Day! 🌟 To all of our amazing teachers, thank you for your endless dedication, patience, and passion. Your hard work and commitment

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Our Principal, Mr. Murdoch, and our Aboriginal Education Worker, Sharon Bailey, began their Spirit on Country Conference journey with an emotional day at Myall Creek.

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πŸŽ‰ Life after St Brigid's πŸŽ‰ We are thrilled to announce that Mady H has received an early offer to study a Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor

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SPECIAL REPORT: Dealing with Disappointment

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SPECIAL REPORT: R U OK? Day

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Job Jump October 24 2024

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Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) – Service Information

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Please see an advertisement for the Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE). https://www.cihe.edu.au/apply-now/   Luke Evans Career Advisor

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Free CCGT Apprenticeship and Traineeship Information session

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We are pleased to invite parents and students to a FREE information session about apprenticeships and traineeships, presented by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) brought to you by CSBB Pathways…