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Welcome to 2026! We have an exciting year ahead with many special celebrations to share together. I look forward to working with teachers and families to develop our students’ knowledge, faith and love for Jesus.
This year begins a three year journey of preparation for the International Eucharistic Congress in 2028. As we look ahead to this global celebration in Sydney, our school community is invited to deepen our love for the Eucharist and grow in faith together.
Sydney Catholic Schools has chosen the theme “Trust in the Lord for True Peace and Strength,” inspired by the words of Jesus, “Take courage. I have overcome the world.” This theme encourages us to walk with faith, hope and courage, knowing that Christ is always with us.
2026 Opening School Mass
Our school community will come together for the Opening School Mass on
Friday 6th February at 9am.
This celebration marks the beginning of our year in faith, giving thanks for the term ahead and asking God’s blessing on our students, staff and families. We will also induct our new school leaders for 2026. We look forward to sharing this special moment as a community.
(Kindergarten to Year 6 will be attending Mass)
Pancake Day
Term 1 Masses & Liturgies
Event | Week | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Opening School Mass: K-6 | 2 | Friday 6th February 9am |
| Year 5 Class Mass 9am | 3 | Friday 13th February 9am |
| Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) | 4 | Tuesday 17th February |
Ash Wednesday - Years 2-6 Mass 9am | 4 | Wednesday 18th February |
| Year 4 Class Mass 9am | 4 | Friday 20th February |
| Year 3 Class Mass 9am | 5 | Friday 26th February |
| Year 2 Class Mass 9am | 6 | Friday 6th March |
| Year 1 Class Mass 9am | 7 | Thursday 12th March |
St Patrick's Day Celebration - Year 2 Class Liturgy 9am - Possum Playground - K-6: students wear a touch of green to celebrate | 8 | Tuesday 17th March |
Harmony Day Celebration - Year 1 Class Liturgy 9am - Possum Playground - K-6: students dress up in a culture/flag/team | 9 | Monday 23rd March |
| K & Year 6 Class Mass 9am | 9 | Thursday 26th March |
| Easter Liturgy | 9 | Friday 27th March 9am |
| Family Mass 5pm | 9 | Saturday 28th March 5pm |
Caritas - Mufti Day $5 Fundraiser Day | 10 | Thursday 2nd April |
Giselle Stinson
Religious Education Coordinator