“Staying on Track for Success”
Dear St Brigid’s Community,
We are excited to bring you the latest edition of SPARK News, which is packed with engaging articles, sporting and personal achievements, class updates, excursions and other important information.
Our talented students have been shining on the sports field, achieving remarkable feats in various competitions. From thrilling matches to fun-filled gala days, we celebrate their dedication and sportsmanship.
This edition also includes a message from our Principal addressing the growing trend of e-scooters and e-bikes, discussing their impact on student safety, a Special Report on Smartphones in School which delves into how technology can be both a tool and a distraction in our students’ lives and an article titled “Staying on Track for Success” from our Director of Teaching and Learning which offers valuable insights and strategies to help students stay organised, focused and achieve their academic goals.
We hope you enjoy reading this edition and feel inspired by the incredible efforts and achievements of our College community. Let’s continue to support and celebrate each other as we strive for excellence.
Mr Adam Murdoch
College Principal
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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…
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In this Jubilee Year of Hope, six students from Years 9 to 12 will embark on a faith-filled journey as Pilgrims of Hope to the
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It’s been a busy and exciting time on our Ag Plot! Our junior classes have been amazed watching how quickly the baby chicks, hatched only
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On the 28th of October, our six students attending the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) met the other pilgrims from our Central Coast Secondary schools
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🎉 Congratulations to this week's Merit Award recipients! Your hard work, positive attitude, and dedication have truly shone through. We're so proud of you! 🌟
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Recently, Mrs Hosking, one of our HSIE and Languages teachers, was awarded a grant from the History Teachers Association of NSW to attend a Professional
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Today, our college community came together in a moving liturgy to honour the bravery and sacrifice of all Australians who have served in wars, conflicts,
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Student leaders from all the Broken Bay Primary and Secondary schools came together to reflect on the important work of Catholic Mission around the world,
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Our Under 13 boys enjoyed a fantastic day out at the recent Rugby League Gala Day held at the Central Coast Regional Sporting Complex. 🏈
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Welcome to our latest edition of Spark News! Inside, you’ll find stories celebrating outstanding sporting achievements, updates from classrooms showcasing creativity and learning, and highlights
"Reading – A Key to Everyday Life" Dear St Brigid’s Community, Welcome to our latest edition of Spark News! We’re excited to share the incredible achievements and experiences of our students over the past fortnight. Inside, you’ll find stories celebrating outstanding sporting successes, upda...
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St Brigid’s compete at NSW Inter-Schools Lawn Bowls Challenge 👏 On the 4th and 5th November, St Brigid’s took two teams of 3 to the
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Anxiety is a natural and expected part of growing up. In fact, it plays an important role in helping young people prepare for challenges, stay alert to potential dangers and…
World Mental Health Day is marked every year on 10 October as a reminder of the importance of mental health to our overall wellbeing. It is a day that encourages…
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…
For many years now, the role of fathers has changed and evolved. During the industrial revolution, fathers were often considered detached and distant due to working long hours in factories.…
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Kickstart your career through our trainee program and gain qualifications in Information Technology while being paid! Throughout the two-year program, you will be paid to study a Certificate III and…
