Let’s hope we don’t wait another 364 days to start a conversation, to check in with a loved one, friend, someone we know or even ourselves. This conversation could change a life.
On Thursday 12th September, St Agnes was awash with yellow in celebration of R U OK? Day. As a society we are finding that our young people are experiencing unprecedented levels of distress, anxiety and depression. R U OK? Day activities are designed to empower all young people and school community members to Ask, Listen, Encourage Action and Check In.
This year’s theme to ‘R U OK? Day’, was trusting the signs, trust your gut and ask R U Ok? This day was a very important wellbeing initiative. Research has reported, that younger people have a much higher chance than older people to suffer from mental illness. 26% of younger peopled (aged 14-24) suffer from a mental illness. 20% of deaths in people aged 15-19 has resulted from suicide or self-harm.
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Our students were involved in creating art works, image presentations, words of encouragement, posters and advice sheets which have been displayed in the library. Our school community members had a gallery walk to interact with these works and then added their own messages on our pavement, capturing the essence of the day. A formal presentation was given by Prue Excell (School Counselor) and myself.
The presentation was aimed at supporting our students in how to ask R U OK? and importantly what our role is if we feel someone is not okay. Our students showed great insight, maturity and compassion around this work and we are grateful for the community’s support of this day.
Samantha
Family School Liaison Officer
St Agnes Catholic High School Rooty Hill
www.stagnesrootyhill.catholic.edu.au
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🎉 A huge congratulations to the Class of 2025 on their amazing HSC results! 🎓✨ Your hard work, resilience, and dedication have truly paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder of everything you’ve achieved. No matter where your results take you next - university, training, work, or new opportunities - this is a moment to celebrate your effort and growth. The St Agnes community wishes you every success as you take the next exciting steps in your journey. Well done! 👏📚
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Congratulations to the St Agnes Catholic High School Year 12 2025 students. It is with great pride that we share and celebrate with you just a few of their achievements. These results were made possible by the hard work and commitment of our students, as well as the efforts of our great teachers. Some highlights include: - 11% of our students received an ATAR over 90. This is a 5% increase from last year. - Our percentage of Band 6’s has increased compared to the previous year - an increase of nearly 1%. - Our students received Band 6s in - Ancient History, Biology, Chemistry, English Advanced, English Extension 1, Industrial Technology, Investigating Science, Legal Studies, PDHPE, Studies of Religion 1 and Visual Arts - Seven subjects, including Design Technology, Drama, English Advanced, English Extension 1, Music 1, Society and Culture, Information and Design Technology and Visual Arts, had all students receiving a Band 4, 5 or 6.
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🎄 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 🎄 https://stagneschs.my.canva.site/newsletter-t4w10-2025 Our last newsletter for the year is now available! As we wrap up 2025, we’d 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! 🎅✨
16 Dec 2025
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~𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝟏𝟐 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒~ 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 – $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)
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09 Dec 2025
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𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐲𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 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
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