We are excited to invite you to our next Combined School Family Mass! This special event is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together in faith and fellowship.
Date: November 17th – Time: 4.30pm – Location: St Mary’s Church
Please let us know if you can join us by RSVPing here:
We look forward to seeing you and your family there!
We are thrilled to share the fantastic achievements of our 13’s Girls Touch Football team, who competed at Doyalson in the Broken Bay Catholic Schools Competition last week. The girls had an incredible start to the day, winning all four of their pool matches and advancing to the semi-finals.
Every player gave their best effort, but a few standouts led the team with exceptional skill and determination. Chloe S, Tayla G, and Tayla Mc were phenomenal in attack, consistently setting up and scoring tries, showcasing their teamwork and talent.
In the semi-finals, the girls faced Stella in a nail-biting match, emerging victorious with a 4-3 win. Despite the intense heat and the toll of the day’s games, they displayed immense heart and resilience in the final against Mount St Benedict. Although they narrowly lost 3-1, their performance was nothing short of inspiring.
Additionally, our boys’ team had a great day, showing tremendous effort and sportsmanship. Although it wasn’t their day in terms of results, their hard work and determination were evident throughout the competition.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Underwood for his invaluable assistance with coaching and training the teams during lunchtimes and inflame sessions. His dedication and support have been instrumental in the teams’ success.
To our student referees, thank you for your help on the field. We know you stepped out of your comfort zones, and we truly appreciate the time you took from your busy Year 12 schedules to assist with this event. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
The girls and boys should be extremely proud of how they represented themselves and the College.
Digital Enablement are in a position to offer ‘one’ traineeship position in 2025. We would really appreciate it if you could reach out to any skilled, motivated, and hard-working Year 12 leaver that may be interested in this opportunity.
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The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:
Expression of Interest should include a one-page letter (addressing the criteria above) and a resume. These should be emailed to Lincoln Parker (DE Trainee Facilitator): Lincoln.parker@dbb.catholic.edu.au Due date: 2 December 2024. Enquiries are welcome to Lincoln Parker via email.
If you are interested, please scan the QR code for more information.
Last week, our amazing students completed a comprehensive safety course on using the BBQ. After mastering the safety essentials, they put their skills to the test by cooking up some delicious and creative coloured pancake faces!
We couldn’t be prouder of their enthusiasm and creativity. Great job, everyone!
This event is targeted for Year 11 and 12 students and parents.
Please see the links for further detail of the event below:
Website with further information: InspirationED | HSC Help For Sydney Students
Tickets: https://events.inspired.edu.au/product-page/uon-kickstart-session-16th-november-9am-12-15pm
Date: Saturday 16 November
Time: 9:00am- 12:30pm
Location: Callaghan Campus, CT Building
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 as part of the student leadership team. Each Primary and Secondary school in the Broken Bay Diocese had representatives that attended Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral at Waitara to celebrate the work of Catholic Mission in particularly World Mission Month. Mission Month in October is dedicated to the life-giving work of missionaries around the world. A spokesperson from Catholic Mission at the Mass told us that this year they are raising awareness and funds for the Caring Centre in Mongolia. The Caring Centre provides a home for young people who have nowhere else to call home. The funds raised will provide nutritious meals to help them grow up healthy and strong, allow for the purchase of essential school supplies to support their education and provide warm winter clothing for the cold Mongolian winters. The student leaders after Mass had the opportunity to engage with the Catholic Mission stall to gather information and inspiration to support a great cause.
Last Term all students had the opportunity in Houses to support and participate in the Socktober competition. Socktober uses the world game of soccer to form a connection between students in Australia and the children they support with their fundraising. This cultivates the passion of students to rise up, engage their local community, and take action against poverty through the world game of soccer. It provides young people in Australia with the opportunity to lead in mission, encouraging them to think not only of what they will do to help, but why they will do it. Through Socktober, students are invited to learn about, pray, advocate for, and financially support children and communities in need around the world. The final student fundraising event for Catholic Mission was the Mission markets that were organised on the last day of Term 3. This was a fantastic event as students had the responsibility to run various stalls and raise money for a great cause.
During Mission Month, we are reminded of our call as a Catholic community to live the Gospel message of compassion and generosity. This month presents a powerful opportunity to reflect on how we can work together to alleviate the struggles faced by the marginalised both locally and globally. As Jesus calls us to action in the Gospel of Matthew, His words remain as relevant today as ever: “For I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger, and you invited me in.” (Matthew 25:35)
We encourage our students, staff, and families to embody this spirit of service by supporting local charities through food drives such as the upcoming Christmas hampers, clothing donations, and volunteer efforts. As well as through education by raising awareness about the root causes of poverty which helps us understand the challenges many face. Mission Month provides opportunities for meaningful discussions in our classrooms, challenging us to think critically about how we can contribute to breaking the cycle of disadvantage.
Damien Tomsett
Assistant Principal, Evangelisation and Catechesis
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 even newer challenge on the horizon – the rise of romantic and companion AI bots. These virtual companions are becoming increasingly popular with young people, raising serious questions about privacy, ethics, and the future of relationships in the digital age.
The rise of AI-powered relationships is offering a new frontier in human interaction. Initially emerging in the gaming world, AI companionship has evolved into mainstream culture, with apps providing personalised experiences that range from platonic friendships to romantic encounters. These interactions can blur the boundaries between real and virtual relationships, creating confusion and potential psychological harm.
Criminologists warn that children as young as 12 are accessing dating apps, often bypassing age restrictions, exposing them to sexual content and predatory behaviour. Researchers have also found that many adolescents are turning to virtual partners for validation, risking unhealthy emotional attachments that can affect real-life relationships.
As AI reshapes social dynamics, it’s crucial to stay informed and engaged. While AI can enhance education and creativity, it also presents challenges around privacy, mental health, and misinformation. This Special Report will help you foster an open dialogue and balanced approach to help young people navigate this evolving digital landscape
Click here to view your Special Report.
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 everyone getting involved and having fun.
We thank our creative house advocates for coming up with exciting and interesting games each week.
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 commitment to nurturing young minds are truly appreciated. They inspire, motivate, and guide our students to reach their full potential.
Their impact goes beyond the classroom, leaving a lasting impression on our students lives. We are grateful for the knowledge they share, the values they instil, and the encouragement they provide.
Happy Teachers’ Day!
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