Morris Gleitzman
Morris Gleitzman is an accomplished author of 35 books, published in more than 20 countries, and is loved by children around the world.
Morris captivated students from various primary schools and St Agnes as he shared the joy and tragedy of writing his new book Loyal Creatures about 16-year-old volunteer, Frank Ballantyne and his horse Daisy in WWI. Paul, an accomplished actor, presented a captivating live performance bringing to life magic moments from his book.
At the end of the performance students had a opportunity to ask Morris or Paul questions regarding the book or about Morris’s writing experiences. Morris also signed copies of his book.
View photos
St Agnes Catholic High School Rooty Hill
www.stagnesrootyhill.catholic.edu.au
Latest News More news
18 Dec 2025
Catholic schools across Western Sydney celebrate HSC success
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is celebrating another outstanding year of Higher School Certificate (HSC) results as students from 22 secondary schools receive their results.
18 Dec 2025
From Facebook
๐ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฌ๐ฅ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ https://stagneschs.my.canva.site/newsletter-t4w10-2025 Our last newsletter for the year is now available! As we wrap up 2025, weโd like to thank our wonderful students, families and staff for being such an important part of our school community. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and relaxing holiday break. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year! ๐ โจ
16 Dec 2025
From Facebook
~๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐~ CSPD is pleased to launch the 2026 CSPD Teacher Scholarship Program, created to support Year 12 graduates in our schools as they begin their journey toward a career in education by commencing a full-time Primary or Secondary teaching degree next year. Applications for the 2026 program are now open and close on Monday, 26 January 2026. This initiative forms part of our Early Careers Strategy, focused on building a strong, prepared, and supported pipeline of future teachers for our CSPD schools. Under this program, successful applicants will have access to a range of valuable supports, including: - Financial assistance โ $5,000 per calendar year of full-time study - A new laptop provided at the commencement of their teaching degree - Paid employment opportunities in CSPD schools - Exclusive mentoring, formation, and development sessions throughout their degree - Priority employment pathways into CSPD teaching roles upon graduation Applicants will be required to submit a cover-letter-style application that includes: - A resume - Nomination of one professional reference from their school (e.g. Principal) - ATAR results The 2026 application form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/.../1GqiryN5E37JldBW.../viewform... As part of the application process: - Applicants will be asked to provide a professional reference (e.g. their Principal) - The CSPD Early Talent Team will contact the nominated referee directly to verify and confirm applications and eligibility at the start of the 2026 school year. - Given the time of year that applications have opened, applicants have been advised that they are not required to contact the school/principal for a reference (which is different to previous years)
16 Dec 2025
From Facebook
16 Dec 2025
From Facebook
16 Dec 2025
From Facebook
Don't forget to restock your school supplies, ready for next year. Stationery makes great stocking fillers for Christmas. For those needing support, please reach out to BACC for help. 9626 5312
15 Dec 2025
From Facebook
๐๐จ๐๐๐ฒโ๐ฌ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฆ๐๐ฅ๐ฒ โ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ญ๐จ๐ฌ ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐๐ก๐๐ Congratulations to the students who were recognised today during our day assembly, including those who achieved 100% attendance, our St Francis Award recipients, University Award winners, and our sporting team finalists. A wonderful celebration of commitment, excellence and school spirit โ well done to all! ๐๐
09 Dec 2025
From Facebook
๐๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐๐ง๐๐ฒ Get the information and advice you need before UAC preferences close. Join the University of Sydney on campus from 11 am on ATAR release day. Attend information sessions, take a campus tour, speak with our team about admission pathways, and get your degree-specific questions answered by our academics. Register: https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/events-for-prospective-students/undergraduate/info-day.html
05 Dec 2025
From Facebook
03 Dec 2025
From Facebook
๐ ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ญ๐๐๐ ๐ฏ๐ฌ ๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐ญ ๐๐ญ ๐๐ ๐ง๐๐ฌ! What an incredible match today, full of energy, teamwork and plenty of laughs. Both teams gave it everything, but the staff came away with a hard-fought 5โ4 win! Huge shout-out to all the students who played with so much spirit and skill, and to the staff who proved theyโve still got it! โฝ๐ฅ Such a great way to bring everyone together and celebrate our school community.
01 Dec 2025
From Facebook
๐ค๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ธ Congratulations to our 2 bands that competed in the competition this year. This year St Agnes showcased 2 bands - Paraless and Dear Francis 'Paraless' walked away with a Highly Commended Award, and 'Dear Francis' took out the Runners Up - a great achievement for our musicians who covered pop punk classics by Paramore to R&B funk bangers by Bruno Mars. Mr Cecire, our Music teacher and band leader, would like to congratulate the students on their dedication to their craft and hours of rehearsals both in and outside of school. !!!Rock on!!!
26 Nov 2025
From Facebook
Recently, we announced our ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ญ๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ณ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ผ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐, and we are excited to congratulate the students chosen for these important leadership roles. Our Portfolio Leaders play a vital part in our school community, working alongside the Year 12 Student Leaders to lead and coordinate key initiatives. They will officially receive their badges and take their pledge at the 2026 Opening Mass, where they will also receive a special blessing. A big thank you to Mr Scarpin and Mr Bortoluzzi for organising the selection process and working closely with our staff to support the appointment of our new leaders.