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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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30 Mar 2023
From Facebook
⭐️ YEAR 7 JOHNNY ROMEO ⭐ Today our Year 7 students were very fortunate to have a visit from Australian Pop Artist Johnny Romeo. Johnny Romeo is a critically acclaimed artist in his attempt to represent a visual type of poetic and rhythmic blending of word, symbol and image. It was such a wonderful experience for our Year 7 students who are looking forward to more visits with Johnny Romeo where they get to convert their inspiration onto canvas! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra Johnny Romeo @johnnyromeoart
28 Mar 2023
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⭐️ TRY A LIGHT TRADE DAY ⭐️ Yesterday, our next door neighbours Cathwest hosted their Try a Light Trade event. Four of our students were fortunate to participate in the 'Becoming a Chef' Class. This included a talk and class from two head chefs from Aria Restaurant and Rockpool Bar & Grill. The students made Damper and Pesto Gnocchi and really enjoyed the experience. Well done to these students! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese CathWest Innovation College Aria Restaurant Rockpool Bar & Grill
28 Mar 2023
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⭐️2023 FAST FORWARD ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP⭐️ We are pleased to announce our 2022 Graduate Torrance McLean has received the Western Sydney University 2023 Fast Forward Academic Excellence Scholarship. This year the University offered only five Fast Forward Academic Scholarships. This scholarship is to support Torrance's studies in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Western Sydney University. We would like to congratulate Torrance, what an amazing achievement! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Western Sydney University Western Sydney University - Fast Forward Program
24 Mar 2023
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*RUGBY LEAGUE STAR* Year 11 Kayla Henderson can be seen in the Western Weekender released today. We are very proud of Kayla, she definitely has a bright future ahead of her! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
23 Mar 2023
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*GOODFELLAS MORNING TEA* Today our Stage Leader Mrs Miller hosted a Goodfellas morning tea for our Year 7 Boys. This was a great opportunity to build relationships as a learning community in a gender specific environment. It was lovely to see all our Year 7 boys getting along well and we thank them for how polite and courteous they were. Thank you Mrs Miller, the teachers who joined and our excellent role model Year 12 students. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra
23 Mar 2023
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*STAFF AND STUDENT CHESS TOURNAMENT* Staff and Students are invited to join our Penola Chess Tournament. Held in the Library at break times. Week 10 - Friday 31 March - Practice Week 11 - Monday 3 April to Wednesday 5 April - Tournament Players drawn at random all skill levels and spectators welcome! Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsQSf_9Ks738GC0vlyf8tvDXsU4f71cS1Rkz9GbdoMrnz4lA/viewform
22 Mar 2023
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*REMINDER GOODFELLAS MORNING TEA* Our Year 7 Male Students are invited to a morning tea recess TOMORROW Thursday 23 March.
22 Mar 2023
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22 Mar 2023
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*EUROPEAN JUDO CUP* Congratulations to Year 11 Joshua Koenig who will be representing Australia in Judo in the Teplice Cadet European Cup. This is an amazing achievement where Joshua will travel to Germany and the Czech Republic. We wish Joshua a safe trip and all the best in the European Cup. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
21 Mar 2023
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*HARMONY DAY* Today is Harmony Day, the celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds. To celebrate students participated in an activity to understand how and why people from a range of cultures decorate their bodies. Students explored the reasons behind this decoration in Australian, Maori and Indian cultures and were invited to create their own designs. Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra
21 Mar 2023
New teachers and leaders called to serve
Beginning teachers, new school principals and leaders gathered for a moving celebration at St Patrick’s Cathedral Parramatta as Bishop Vincent Long and Parish Priests blessed and welcomed Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese staff to their new roles.
20 Mar 2023
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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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