L-R: teachers Rebecca Lloyd, Candice Cozzarini, Cheryl Gunter and Vincent Knight. Front: Kym Romanous and student Patrick Langan.
At the end of 2014, Patrick Langan from Our Lady Queen of Peace, Greystanes graduated Year 6 a happy, confident and engaged learner a feat his mother Margaret attributes to the dedication of his teachers over the years.
Margaret said that Patrick experienced learning difficulties in his younger years, but the hard work and persistence of teachers Rebecca Lloyd, Kym Romanous, Candice Cozzarini, Cheryl Gunter, and Lloyd Knight enabled him to overcome these challenges.
'I would like to thank all the teachers from Our Lady Queen of Peace for their work in supporting and dedication to Patrick's education over the years,’ said Margaret. ‘I know that education starts at the home however without the help from all of the teachers, Patrick would not have achieved the success that he has through out his years in primary school.’
Principal Michael Hopley said it is wonderful to receive positive feedback from parents.
‘Patrick’s journey of learning was a difficult one as he had some specific learning needs,’ said Michael. ‘He will now be attending St. Paul’s College and he leaves us a confident learner with a bright future ahead.’
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22 May 2026
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Pentecost Sunday will be celebrated this Sunday (May 24, 2026). This major Catholic holiday is celebrated exactly 50 days after Easter Sunday. It is the day the Church celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the first disciples gathered in Jerusalem. It is the moment when the fearful followers of Jesus were strengthened to proclaim the gospel boldly to the world.
22 May 2026
From Facebook
Our Years 3 and 4 students have been loving our new Chess and Puzzle Lunchtime Club! The club was created to foster a love of fun, thinking, problem-solving and challenge during lunchtime. The response has been so positive that every student who expressed interest will be invited to attend over the course of the term — no one will be left in check, and everyone will get their turn to make a move! Check out some of our latest participants enjoying Chess and Puzzle Club!
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22 May 2026
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Pentecost Sunday will be celebrated this Sunday (May 24, 2026). This major Catholic holiday is celebrated exactly 50 days after Easter Sunday. It is the day the Church celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the first disciples gathered in Jerusalem. It is the moment when the fearful followers of Jesus were strengthened to proclaim the gospel boldly to the world.
22 May 2026
From Facebook
Our Years 3 and 4 students have been loving our new Chess and Puzzle Lunchtime Club! The club was created to foster a love of fun, thinking, problem-solving and challenge during lunchtime. The response has been so positive that every student who expressed interest will be invited to attend over the course of the term — no one will be left in check, and everyone will get their turn to make a move! Check out some of our latest participants enjoying Chess and Puzzle Club!
20 May 2026
From Facebook
After-School Code Camp allows kids to hone their coding skills and keep practicing through weekly sessions over the term. Each week students will choose the features they want to build, and advance their problem-solving skills to build these features using code. They will take ownership over their projects and collaborate with their peers to make awesome apps!
18 May 2026
From Facebook
We are incredibly proud of both Eliza and Jasper. 🥎 Congratulations to Eliza on being selected for the MacKillop Girls Softball Team! This selection is a testament to her dedication and hard work, and we look forward to supporting her throughout the upcoming season. 🎉👏 We also want to commend Jasper for putting forward a strong effort at the trials. Competing at this level takes immense courage, and we are equally proud of his determination and sportsmanship. 🌟 Please join us in celebrating Eliza’s achievement and wishing the MacKillop team the best of luck! 🥳
14 May 2026
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We had a number of students participate in the Diocesan Cross Country, and what an outstanding effort from them all! It was a wonderful achievement and experience, and we are incredibly proud of the determination, resilience, and sportsmanship they showed throughout the day, especially in the rain. Well done to all students who represented our school so proudly!
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11 May 2026
From Facebook
On Friday, we joyfully celebrated Mother’s Day with a beautiful liturgy, followed by a picnic shared among mothers and their children. It was a special time of prayer, fellowship, and gratitude for the gift of motherhood. As mothers, we are inspired by the example of The Virgin Mary — a model of faith, love, humility, and unwavering devotion. Through her gentle strength and trust in God, Mary reminds us of the sacred vocation of motherhood and the powerful role mothers play in nurturing their families with compassion and grace. We hope all mothers had a wonderful and blessed Mother’s Day yesterday, surrounded by love, joy, and appreciation for all that they do each day.
11 May 2026
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What a fantastic night at the school disco! 🕺✨ The students had an amazing time dancing the night away with friends, enjoying great music, lots of laughter, and unforgettable memories. It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces and such positive energy throughout the evening. Thank you to everyone who helped make the night so special! 💃🎶
08 May 2026
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Today in our Little Disciples lunchtime group, we spoke about how God is always with us and takes away our worries when we place our trust in Him. Students made paper boats, wrote their worries on them, and placed them into the water to sail away as a reminder that we can give all our fears and worries to God. ⛵ “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
04 May 2026
From Facebook
We are proud to share that one of our students has been named a finalist in a recent art competition. This is a wonderful achievement and a testament to his creativity, dedication, and hard work. Congratulations to Christian from year 1. Christian has entered a portrait of his dad in the 5-8 year old age group and has been chosen as finalist! You can view all the finalists by clicking on the link below or on the Art Gallery of NSW website. https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/prizes/young-archie/2026/ Congratulations on this outstanding effort.