As part of our annual winter sleep-out, students came to school dressed in their pyjamas to raise much-needed funds for St Vincent de Paul. Sitting on our sleeping bags in the school hall, our students learned all about homelessness in Australia from a St Vincent De Paul representative.
Following on from the day, Mrs Vella from Year 5 said that students had a greater appreciation for those who did not have what they had. “They develop a real appreciation of people living in injustice, not just technically homeless but people living with different injustices around the world,” Ms Vella said.
Sophie Folkes, a student in Year 5, said she was grateful for her home. “It was really fun but we also got better luxuries than the homeless do, even if we are pretending to be homeless, because we get aircon and actual beds and food.”
Read the complete article from the Penrith Press here.
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08 Aug 2026
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St Mary of the Cross MacKillop (1842–1909) Today we celebrate the feast of Australia’s first saint, St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. In 1866, Mary began the first Catholic school in Penola in a renovated stable. She went on to start the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, who opened many schools, orphanages and charitable institutions throughout Australia, continuing their mission of serving those most in need.Mary MacKillop was canonised as Australia’s first saint in 2010. Throughout her life, Mary offered words of wisdom that continue to inspire us today: “Never see a need without doing something about it.” “We are but travellers here.” Today, we celebrate Mary’s holy life, her courage and her enduring legacy. St Mary of the Cross MacKillop – Pray for us.
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St Mary of the Cross MacKillop (1842–1909) Today we celebrate the feast of Australia’s first saint, St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. In 1866, Mary began the first Catholic school in Penola in a renovated stable. She went on to start the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, who opened many schools, orphanages and charitable institutions throughout Australia, continuing their mission of serving those most in need.Mary MacKillop was canonised as Australia’s first saint in 2010. Throughout her life, Mary offered words of wisdom that continue to inspire us today: “Never see a need without doing something about it.” “We are but travellers here.” Today, we celebrate Mary’s holy life, her courage and her enduring legacy. St Mary of the Cross MacKillop – Pray for us.
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Our annual Book Fair is in full swing at Bethany! 📚 It's open for parents before and after school on Monday so come on in and check it out with your child (they may have had a sneak peak already)! 😝
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👏 Congratulations to our Effort in Learning award recipients for Term 2, Week 10! We are proud of the dedication and persistence these students have shown in their learning.🌟
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💛 Our little helpers have been busy showing big hearts! As part of their Religion unit, our Kindergarten students have been learning that a neighbour is anyone in need of our love, kindness and care. They put this learning into action by creating hampers for Mama Lana’s, helping support families in our local community.
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📚✨ Every day across Bethany, our students take part in dedicated reading fluency sessions, building their accuracy, expression, pace and understanding. It’s wonderful to see our young readers growing in confidence and developing the skills they need to become successful, lifelong readers. We are so proud of their daily effort and progress! 💙📖
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Pyjamas, slippers and plenty of smiles! 😴🧸💙 Last week, our students and staff swapped their uniforms for their comfiest pyjamas to support the Vinnies Winter Appeal. Thank you to our families for your generosity in helping those in need this winter. ❄️🧦🧣❤️
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Last week, while Years 2–6 were enjoying the Athletics Carnival, our Kindergarten and Year 1 students enjoyed a special Teddy Bear Picnic! 🧸☀️🌿 Students brought along their favourite teddy bears and shared a wonderful morning filled with fun, friendship and smiles. 🥪🧃💛🧸 What a lovely way to spend the day! 😊✨
18 Jun 2026
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Reminder: Tomorrow is Pyjama Day! As part of our Vinnies Winter Appeal, students are invited to wear their pyjamas and bring a donation to support those in need this winter. 🧸 Kindergarten – Donations to Mama Lana's 🧒 Years 1 & 2 – Donations for a child 👩 Years 3 & 4 – Donations for females 👨 Years 5 & 6 – Donations for males Items such as new beanies, gloves, socks and scarves are greatly appreciated. Thank you for helping us spread a little warmth this winter. 💙
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