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28 Aug 2026
Our schools are cracking the reading code
Do you remember how you learned to read? For a vital skill that is linked to all other learning, itβs surprisingly difficult to explain how to go about learning it.
27 Aug 2026
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π Please join us next Thursday, 3rd September 2026 as we celebrate all the Father & Father Figures in our lives π
26 Aug 2026
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With thanks to the wonderful St Mary MacKillop P&F, South Penrith, today we continued our Book Week celebrations with an author visit by Jodie McLeod βπΌ There is nothing quite like the author reading their own story and what wonderful stories they were! Our imaginations were awoken and each student was inspired by Jodie's words of wisdom about how to write captivating stories πͺ Thank you Jodie for visiting, and for helping celebrate Book Week with usπ Lastly, a very special thanks to Mrs Tredinnick & Mrs Eisenhuth for organising this wonderful event π«
26 Aug 2026
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Come along and find out what's happening at St Mary MacKillop for the remainder of 2026. St Mary MacKillop P&F, South Penrith
26 Aug 2026
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Item returned to the office after our book week parade - sz S black jacket
25 Aug 2026
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The smiles say it all.. Book Week Parade 2026 was a HUGE hit ππ« There were princesses and super heroes, villains and bad guys, sports stars and good guys and everything else in between. Our families packed out the playground with their coffees in hand thanks to our wonderful friends at Carry Coffee and cheered for all of the wonderful book characters who visited us today. Thank you families for sharing in our Book Week Parade with us! Your support means everything to usπ³
21 Aug 2026
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We hope you are able to join us to celebrate all the wonderful Father's & Father figures in our students lives π With thanks to the P&F for once again organising our BBQ breakfast and Father's Day stall. Please RSVP using the below link https://forms.gle/6cUknU3z1UtCNU4t9
20 Aug 2026
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They are the lifeblood of our community and we are forever thankful for everything they do for us π«ΆπΌ Our wonderful P&F spent the morning wrapping Father's Day presents so that our students don't have to worry too much about having to hide their presents from Dad before his special day! Thank you to our wonderful Mums who gave up their morning. We appreciate you all so very much π Our P&F team are always in need of extra helpers. If you are looking for a way to meet other parents from our community, to be involved and belong to something beautiful, please reach out the team at any time. You will be paid in endless supplies of tea, coffee, biccies and happy smiles from our beautiful students always β€οΈ
20 Aug 2026
Six Habits That Help Children Develop a Love of Reading
Book Week is a celebration of stories, imagination and creativity, but helping children love reading isn't just something that happens during one week of the year. The good news? It doesn't take expensive resources or hours of extra time. Often, it's the small, everyday habits that make the biggest difference.
17 Aug 2026
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What's on this week at St Mary MacKillop Primary? Have a look below ππΌ
17 Aug 2026
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We have had a sz 10 jacket handed into the office (no name on the jacket) - contents of pockets shown. Please contact the office if this is your child's jacket.
16 Aug 2026
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*** Lost Property *** Do these items belong to you? If so, please come and collect them from the school office where they are waiting for you.
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P and F Fathers Day Breakfast (RSVP by 31st August)
03 Sep 2026 08:00 AM - 03 Sep 2026 08:45 AM
P and F Fathers Day Breakfast (RSVP by 31st August)
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