Acting Principal Leader

As we reach this significant point in the school year, I would like to acknowledge our Year 12 students, who have now completed their HSC examinations. This is an important milestone in their secondary schooling, marking the culmination of many years of learning, commitment and perseverance. We look forward to celebrating this achievement with them in the coming week as their Formal approaches and they prepare to close this chapter of their educational journey. It is an exciting time, filled with anticipation for what lies ahead and the many opportunities awaiting them beyond the College.

Further to this, it has been wonderful to see our students engaging in experiences that extend their learning beyond the classroom and provide valuable opportunities for personal growth.

Our recent Careers High Tea was a particularly special occasion, as we had the pleasure of welcoming back a number of our alumnae to reconnect with the College community and share their career journeys. Opportunities such as these are a beautiful expression of our sisterhood, allowing current students to hear firsthand where the pathways and opportunities beyond school can lead. Listening to the experiences of former students, the choices they have made and the directions their careers have taken provides valuable insight and inspiration, particularly for our Year 12 2027 students as they prepare to enter their final year of secondary schooling. It is a wonderful reminder that the relationships and connections formed at Caroline Chisholm College continue well beyond graduation.

Our Year 10 students have also been putting their independence into practice through their Urban Challenge. This experience provides students with the opportunity to navigate the city, make decisions, work collaboratively and take greater responsibility for themselves in an unfamiliar environment. While it is a valuable opportunity to develop practical life skills, it is also an important lesson in building resilience, confidence and adaptability. Learning to navigate new situations, overcome challenges and trust their own judgement are skills that will serve our young women well long after their time at the College.

Both experiences reflect the importance of learning beyond the classroom and our commitment to supporting young women who are confident, capable and ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. As we are reminded in Jeremiah 29:11, God calls us towards a future filled with hope. May our young women continue to recognise the gifts they have been given, have the courage to embrace new opportunities and use their experiences to shape a future that makes a positive difference to others.

FPC Parent Event

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

 HELPING YOUNG PEOPLE NAVIGATE ONLINE INFLUENCES

Young people are growing up surrounded by social media, online influencers, sexualised content and changing messages about relationships and identity.

Join youth advocate and educator Daniel Principe for “Championing Young People in a Digital World”, a practical parent evening exploring social media, pornography, gender stereotypes, consent and respectful relationships.

Parents will leave with practical strategies to stay connected, navigate difficult conversations and help young people build healthier relationships.

 Tuesday, 24 November 2026

 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm

 Patrician Brothers’ College, Blacktown

 Free for CSPD parents and carers

 Learn more and register here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSelTc8OAY.../viewform 

— with Family Partnership Council - FPC and Daniel Principe.

Mrs Julie Petrovski

Acting Principal Leader