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Penola Catholic College Emu Plains is a Catholic co-educational school for students from Years 7 to 12. We incorporate a traditional HSC pathway for Years 11 and 12. Our learning environment focuses on providing students the opportunity to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills, in order for them to become passionate and resilient lifelong learners.
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31 May 2023
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⭐SUBJECT PREFERENCE EVENING⭐ Yesterday we had our Subject Preference Evening for our Year 8, Year 9 and Year 10 Students. It was a great turn out and a successful evening! Thank you to our wonderful teachers for showcasing their faculties, our excellent student helpers and to everyone who attended. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
31 May 2023
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⭐OLYMPICS UNLEASHED⭐ We are very excited to announce we will have Australian Olympic Athlete Nathan Katz joining our Year 9 PASS students next Tuesday 6 June as part of their wellbeing session. As part of 'Olympics Unleashed' the students will learn from Nathan Katz's Olympic journey, how to build resilience, the importance of setting goals and how to find what you are passionate about. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
29 May 2023
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⭐NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK⭐ This week is National Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June). Penola Catholic College recognises and respects the heritage, spirituality, cultures and deep connection to Country of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to creating inclusive and outstanding learning environments for all young people. The 2023 theme 'Be a Voice for Generations' encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in our everyday lives. This week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
25 May 2023
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⭐PDSSSC CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS⭐ Earlier this month some of our students competed in the PDSSSC Cross Country Championships. Congratulations to all these students who ran really well! Special mention to Year 8 Kai Cullens who came 1st in the diocesan for his age group. What an achievement! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
25 May 2023
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⭐YEAR 8 HUMAN CONNECTIONS⭐ This week we continued our relationship with Human Connections as they joined us for our Year 8 wellbeing class. Students participated in their S.M.A.S.H (Social Medial and Student Harmony) session. This session focused on: ⭐ Helping students understand the impact of human connections to overall happiness and wellbeing. As a result they then bring this new awareness to their social media interactions. ⭐ Providing students with tools and techniques required to combat the potential health risks and negative impacts of technology in day-to-day living. ⭐ Raising awareness of hazards surrounding technology on physical, mental and emotional health & wellbeing and EMPOWER students to be in control of their online presence and ensure that it contributes to their wellbeing. Students found this session beneficial and enjoyed the visit from Human Connections. We look forward to welcoming Human Connections in the future with other Year groups. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Human Connections - Student Wellbeing Sessions
24 May 2023
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⭐YEAR 12 BAKE SALE⭐ Yesterday our Year 12 students put on a wonderful bake sale to raise money for their Year 12 formal. It was extremely successful and students really enjoyed their baked goods! Thank you to our hard working Year 12 students and some of the excellent volunteers from other year groups who assisted. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
22 May 2023
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⭐️REMINDER - YEAR 12 BAKE SALE⭐️ Our Year 12 bake sale is TOMORROW Tuesday 23 May, purchases can be made through the Qkr! app, instructions have been sent over Compass. Payments close TODAY midnight Monday 22 May.
18 May 2023
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18 May 2023
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⭐STUDENT VS TEACHERS NETBALL MATCH⭐ Last Friday we continued our traditional Year 12 Students vs Teachers netball match. The game was fun, with some tense moments. There was lots of laughter and the competition was high. This year the Teachers were victorious! Well done to our Year 12 Students and Teachers who played. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
18 May 2023
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⭐JSS DAY⭐ Last Friday we hosted our Jesuit Social Services Day. Jesuit Social Services at Emerton, is a small community-based grocery shop that is funded through goodwill and volunteers. They assist those in need to buy groceries at a greatly reduced price and as such, rely on schools as part of their support network. The day was a huge success and we were overwhelmed with the generosity of our Penola families and thank everyone for their donations. Thank you to Mr Nekić and Mr Sutton for organising this event and to our Year 12 leaders who helped collect and load the JSS truck. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Jesuit Social Services
17 May 2023
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⭐MOTHER'S DAY LITURGY⭐ On Monday we celebrated the Mother figures in our Penola community with a Liturgy and morning tea. It was a wonderful morning and we had a great turn out, including some Great Grandmothers! Thank you to everyone who attended. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
17 May 2023
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⭐SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION⭐ Embrace the call of Christ to become the best version of yourself! Any student who wishes to complete their initiation into the Church through the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist are invited to express their interest to Mr Nekić before the end of May 2023.
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Volunteer Training
As part of our commitment to keeping students safe, all volunteers and contractors are required to complete the building child safe communities undertaking form and child protection training module.
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School Uniform
Students are required to wear their full uniform, especially when representing the school at sport or for any other purpose. Parents and carers are encouraged to learn about our school uniform guidelines.
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