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Our Year 11 Biology students had the exciting opportunity to attend the Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre 🌱🌏, where they collected a range of biotic and abiotic data 🐞🌡️💧.

The information gathered will be used as they commence their major depth study and begin writing a scientific journal article ✍️📊.

👏 Well done to our dedicated young biologists for their enthusiasm, teamwork, and scientific inquiry! 🧪🔍🌟

Last Friday, St Agnes students and Miss Clark joined Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales and hundreds of other students at Hyde Park for a moving ceremony to commemorate the sacrifice of Indigenous servicemen and women.
Year 11 and Year 7 students Isla, Izaiah, Tahlia and Shay-Leigh joined the Jannawi Dance Clan to perform the opening dance, showcasing the strength of culture, connection and community.
Adding even more personal significance, CSPD’s Jarara team was joined by a special guest this year, Uncle Danny Eastwood, a celebrated artist and the proud grandfather of Kyle and Danny Eastwood.
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🎸🎤 Our Battle of the Bands Semi-Final was held today, with Femme Fatal taking on DayDreamzz in a fantastic showcase of talent and entertainment!

Congratulations to Femme Fatal for taking out the win and securing their place in the final. Well done also to DayDreamzz for a great performance.

🎓✨ Exciting opportunities for our students!

Through the Blacktown University Study Hub, students can explore a range of programs designed to inspire future study and career pathways, including the Sydney Science Trail, UNSW Girls in Business Camp, and volunteer opportunities at Blacktown Family Science Day.

These experiences are a great way to discover interests in STEM, business, leadership and innovation while building valuable skills for the future.

For more information and registration details, please see the information below.
Last year, more than 500 people participated in the event, and we hope to grow that number this year. This opportunity may suit students interested in STEM, education, community work, youth leadership or future study pathways. View the event on this link.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx0K9XqTOxU

St Agnes in the news, in today’s Sun Herald featuring James and Mrs Karafotias.

Well done Mrs Karafotias for your insights and knowledge on changes to university entry and the impact on our students.

We are proud of both James and Mrs Karafotias for contributing to this important discussion.

University entry was the hardest it’s ever been this year. Next year will be worse Sydney’s year 12 cohort will be affected by a major change to the way in which domestic students’ degrees are funded for 2027.

Xavier and Rylan took photos at the PDSSSC Girls Netball competition last Thursday. 📸🏐

Thank you for capturing the day and helping showcase the wonderful sportsmanship, teamwork, and spirit of the event!

So much happening at St Agnes! 😊
You can read all the latest news, events and updates in our newest newsletter found on the link below.
https://stagneschs.my.canva.site/newsletter-t2w6-2026-website

𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 & 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
Macquarie University Navigating Early Entry Webinar, Wednesday 3 June 2026 at 6.00pm. Students and their families can hear from current students who will outline Macquarie’s early entry schemes, how early entry applications are evaluated, characteristics of a strong application and what happens after an early offer is made, followed by a live Q&A. For further information and to register, visit:
https://page.mq.edu.au/year-12-webinar-series-2026.htm

Year 12 Webinar Series Together at Macquarie University, we multiply our ability to achieve remarkable things. That's YOU to the power of us.

We are proud to share that St Agnes has been recognised as one of NSW’s Top 160 Schools for Maths and Literacy Growth by the Sydney Morning Herald. 🎉

This achievement reflects the dedication, hard work and commitment to learning shown by our students, staff and wider school community every day. We are incredibly proud of all that we continue to achieve together.

Congratulations to our Stage 4 students who received certificates for perfect attendance in Term 1, and to those students who received their St Francis Award for achieving 50 merits in Term 1! Well done on your hard work and dedication. 👏🎉