Dance students impressed the crowd with a range of dazzling performances
Hundreds of students from 35 primary and secondary Catholic schools from across the Diocese showcased their creative talents in a series of music, dance and strings performances throughout June, culminating in the ‘Best Of’ performance on 23 June.
The showcase events demonstrated the high calibre of choral, music and dance work from Catholic schools, under the Parramatta Diocese’s creative and performing arts initiative, CAPTIVATE.
The program provides learning and performance experiences for students, as well as builds expertise and a sense of community across the system. CAPTIVATE is very popular with five new schools joining the program since last year.
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
www.parra.catholic.edu.au
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11 May 2025
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As we celebrate today we wish all mothers in our OLN family a most Happy Mothers’ day. On this day we celebrate the unconditional love of mothers to their children and children’s love for their mothers. “Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” (1 Cor. Ch. 13)![525045016300196_1266837022120988-1]()
07 May 2025
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New team time! Last week, Stage 3 formed their new teams for the first half of this term. Check out those smiles! #olnlawson #windowintolearning #cspd2025
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11 May 2025
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As we celebrate today we wish all mothers in our OLN family a most Happy Mothers’ day. On this day we celebrate the unconditional love of mothers to their children and children’s love for their mothers. “Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” (1 Cor. Ch. 13)
07 May 2025
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New team time! Last week, Stage 3 formed their new teams for the first half of this term. Check out those smiles! #olnlawson #windowintolearning #cspd2025
06 May 2025
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Today, the stars came to us! Starr’s Planetarium visited our school, taking students from Kindergarten to Stage 3 on an unforgettable journey through the solar system. From the surface of Mars to the rings of Saturn, our young astronomers explored the wonders of space in a fully immersive experience. A huge thank you to Starr’s Planetarium for sparking curiosity and inspiring future space explorers! #olnlawson #starrsplanetarium
25 Apr 2025
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11 Apr 2025
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Jesus, as we walk with You through Your suffering, help us to understand the depth of Your love. Open our hearts so that we may learn from Your courage, kindness, and faith. May this journey bring us closer to You. As we reflect on Your Passion during this Year of Jubilee, remind us that we are pilgrims of hope, walking together towards renewal, forgiveness, and love. May this journey deepen our faith and inspire us to bring hope to others.
04 Apr 2025
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🌟 A Tribute from the Heart 🌟 This week, the final touches were added to the mural in memory of Russell and Ben. 💙🎨 Watching this tribute take shape over the past weeks has been incredibly special, and we know it will hold deep meaning for so many in our community. Every part of the mural tells a story, with symbols that reflect the lives and legacy of two people we will always hold close. Early next term, we’ll share more about these details. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey—your love and support have made this memorial truly special. ❤️ #olnlawson #cspd2025
03 Apr 2025
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What a fantastic day at the school cross country (take two!)🏃♂️🏃♀️ The stunning blue sky made the perfect backdrop to an event filled with smiles, energy, and enthusiasm. Everyone gave it their all, and the spirit of sportsmanship was absolutely amazing. Huge congratulations to all the runners — your effort and determination truly shone through! 🌟 #cspd2025 #OurLadyoftheNativityLawson #olnlawson #windowintolearning
02 Apr 2025
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Stage 3 have been exploring graffiti as a unique art form! 🎨 From street murals to digital graffiti, they’ve drawn inspiration from various sources, discussing how graffiti can be a powerful tool for self-expression and storytelling. Using both digital and traditional techniques, they’ve created personal name posters that showcase their creativity. While there’s still more to come, check out the fantastic work they’ve done so far! 👀 #olnlawson #ourladyofthenativitylawson #cspd2025 #windowintolearning
01 Apr 2025
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Happy birthday to all these wonderful children who celebrated their birthdays in March. We all hope they enjoyed their special day.
21 Mar 2025
Commitment to Close the Gap clear for Western Sydney Catholic schools
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) has released its first annual Closing the Gap report. This report outlines its contribution to improving socio-economic outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly students and their families. CSPD Chief Executive Officer Jack de Groot said the report reflects the dedication of CSPD’s 6 500 staff in fostering reconciliation and equity through the organisation’s 80 outstanding school across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.
17 Mar 2025
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🌦️✨ Kindergarten Science Exploration 🌿🌸 Our little scientists have been diving into how the weather impacts our environment and our daily routines! From the warm sunshine of summer to the chilly winds of winter, they’ve been learning all about the four seasons and their effects on the world around us. ☀️🍂❄️🌱 In pairs, the students worked together to create colorful and informative posters to teach each other about the changes that happen during each season. They had so much fun sharing their discoveries and learning through hands-on activities! 👩🔬👨🔬 Science is so much fun when we explore the world around us! 🌍💡 #KindergartenScience #WeatherExploration #FourSeasons #HandsOnLearning #FutureScientists #olnlawson #windowintolearning #cspd2025
16 Mar 2025
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✨ Year 6 ENCOUNTER Formation Experience ✨ Last Friday, our Year 6 students had an incredible opportunity to deepen their faith at ENCOUNTER, a dynamic formation experience featuring acclaimed Australian Catholic animator Gen Bryant! 🎶🙏 Held at Evan Theatre, Penrith, and led by CSPD Mission Team leader Virginia Fortunat, the day was filled with uplifting contemporary Catholic music, engaging discussions, inspiring stories, and moments of prayer. This experience beautifully connected with our new Religious Education curriculum, "Encountering Jesus," helping students explore their faith in a meaningful and engaging way. 💙✨ #EncounteringJesus #Year6Formation #FaithInAction #CSPD #GenBryant
13 Mar 2025
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🌟 What a wonderful start to the school year! Last week, we celebrated our Opening School Mass, a beautiful time for reflection and prayer as we begin this new chapter together. 🙏✨ We also had the privilege of commissioning our dedicated School Captains and School Leaders, who are ready to take on their roles with passion and commitment. 🌟👩🏫👨🏫 We look forward to all the great things they will accomplish this year. Let’s make it an unforgettable journey filled with growth, teamwork, and success! 💪🎉 #SchoolCommunity #NewBeginnings #Leadership #SchoolCaptains #SchoolLeaders #FaithAndLearning #cspd2025 #olnlawson
07 Mar 2025
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This week, Stage 1 prepared their Sacred Prayer Space for the season of Lent. Students completed beautiful Lenten crosses made of purple paper chips. These crosses remind us all to follow Jesus through kindER thoughts, kindER words and kindER actions. During Lent, Stage 1 will pray a special Lent prayer at the beginning of each day. #olnlawson #cspd2025 #windowintolearning #catholiced #catholiceducation
05 Mar 2025
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🙏✨ Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. ✨🙏 Lent is a time for reflection, prayer, and growing closer to God. We begin this season by receiving ashes on our foreheads, a reminder of our faith and the journey ahead. Ash Wednesday marks the start of 40 days where we focus on giving, self-discipline, and kindness to others. Let’s spend this time reflecting on how we can be the best versions of ourselves. How are you going to make this Lent special? 🌿