Family Partnership Council - FPC

Generation Next are hosting a free webinar with Professor Tony Attwood, titled Supporting Autistic Students in Education, with two dates available:

Wednesday 10 June at 11am, or Thursday 11 June at 2pm (replay).

The webinar will cover:

the unique learning profiles of autistic young people, examining how differences in attention, sensory processing, motivation, and communication affect learning
the challenges autistic students may face in traditional classrooms and the strengths they often bring, including deep focus and specialist interests
practical strategies to help educators and professionals create more supportive, engaging, and strengths-based learning environments.

https://www.generationnext.com.au/webcasthome/

Looking for practical parenting ideas, expert advice, and the chance to connect with other parents and carers?

Join us for the 2026 CCSP Parent Conference, a value-packed day designed to support families as we navigate the opportunities and challenges of raising children in today's world.

Hear from respected presenters Daniel Principe and Genevieve Muir, and explore topics including:

• Managing anxiety and building resilience
• Setting boundaries and managing behaviour
• Respectful relationships
• Artificial intelligence in education
• Partnering with your child's school
• Celebrating family values

Whether your child is in primary or secondary school, you'll leave with practical strategies, fresh ideas, and greater confidence for the parenting journey.

📅 Saturday 22 August 2026
🕘 9:00am – 3:30pm
📍 Rydges World Square, Sydney
🎟️ $30 per person

Parents and carers from all NSW Catholic schools are welcome.

Register today and invest in one of the most important partnerships in your child's life, the partnership between home and school.

How can you help your child learn at home without stress, conflict, or overwhelm?

Join CSPD’s Learning Outcomes team for a practical parent session focused on simple, realistic ways families can support learning at home, from primary through to secondary school.

You’ll hear practical ideas around:

- study and homework routines
- helping children retain information
- reading and learning habits
- understanding some of the teaching approaches used in today’s CSPD classrooms

We’ll also briefly unpack the “why” behind some of the changes happening in schools and explain how parents and schools can work together to support student success.

Whether your child is in primary or secondary school, this session will provide practical takeaways you can start using at home straight away.


When Tuesday, 9 June
Time 7:00pm - 8:30pm (Doors open at 6:30pm)
Location Penola Catholic College, Penrith, 75 Mackellar St, Emu Plains
Refreshments Light refreshments will be provided.

REGISTER HERE ---> https://forms.gle/ZtcYkRErkVVAYnM79


This FREE event is open to all Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) parents and carers and is a chance to connect with other parents and learn more about the FPC.

The Council of Catholic School Parents NSW’s Term 2 FREE live webinar is one parents and carers won’t want to miss. Join the eSafety Commissioner's expert education and training team for this important session:

How AI is influencing new online risks for children and young people

AI (generative artificial intelligence) is built into many of the apps, games and services we use that can bring new risks, especially for children and young people. Find out what these risks look like, how to reduce them and what to do if something goes wrong


Wednesday 24 June 2026
7.00pm – 7.45pm
Register via the QR code

Have you read the new edition of 2026 parent talk?!

We released the 2026 term 2 issue just last week and it is packed full of exciting announcements, new webinar information and a few very exciting date reveals...

Read now!
https://ccsp.schoolzineplus.com/parent-talk-enews?nid=48

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Careers of Today - 4th May

With Western Sydney being the 3rd largest economy in Australia, your child’s future for employment is very positive. Navigating the careers of today can be challenging and confusing. Did you know research shows that only 28% of parents feel they can guide their children in careers which are ever changing.

The Careers of Today Parent Education Forum is an opportunity for parents and students across Western Sydney to engage with industry experts in key career areas where employment is growing.

Let’s bring the community together to educate & inquire about the careers of today and how your child can make informed decisions about their future.

The evening will kick off with a panel of industry experts in key growth industries:

- AI & Technology: Kate Dodds
- Australian Catholic University, Dr Valentine Mukuria
- Construction: Darren Ingram, Clarendon Homes
- Business Western Sydney (Tourism): David Borger
- Early Childhood Education and Care: Jo Tapley Health, Sophie Najjarin

Moderator: Donna Davis MP, Member for Parramatta

There will be an opportunity for questions and answers to the panelists. Then parents and students will engage with industries, educational institutions & employers through an expo style. This an opportunity to ask more direct questions related to your child’s career interests.

What a start to our new Family Partnership Council (FPC)! 🙌

Last night, more than 150 parents and carers came together at St John XXIII Catholic College Stanhope Gardens for our very first FPC event, and what a night it was!

We were fortunate to hear from parenting expert Gen Muir on Raising Resilient Kids in a Fast-Paced World - a topic that clearly resonated with so many families.

Gen reminded us of something simple but powerful: our kids thrive when they feel loved, safe and seen. She also shared practical, everyday strategies, including:

• Allowing children to experience some struggle to build resilience
• Setting clear, calm boundaries that create security
• Focusing on connection before correcting behaviour

More than just a great talk, the evening showed what’s possible when families, schools and the diocese come together - this is what the FPC is all about.

We’re just getting started. If you’re keen to be involved, we’re looking for Family Ambassadors in every school - simple, meaningful roles that strengthen connection in your community.

A big thank you to St John XXIII for hosting, to Cath Garrett-Jones, George Giovas and Sharon Hader for their support, and to everyone who made the time to be there.

Bring on the next one!

Connected Parenting

📣 Did you know?

Every school in Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese has Family Ambassadors who help connect families with the Family Partnership Council.

They help share information, gather ideas and support strong partnerships between families and schools.

We’re looking forward to highlighting the great work happening across our communities!