On Monday 19th June Year 1 went on an excursion to Rouse Hill House and Farm. The children went back in time and experienced what life was like for a child in 1889.
They dressed up in their clothing, experienced what school was like in those times and the kinds of things they learnt. The children tried writing on slate boards and participated in a sewing class and a marching lesson. The children learnt the ways boys and girls greet each other and how ladies always go before gentlemen! After lunch the children had an opportunity to have a guided tour of the farm grounds. We explored Mr Rouse’s stables, potting shed, carts, greenhouse. The children also pumped water from the well, walked buckets of milk from the cow shed and fed the chickens common chores children in 1889 had to do daily.
We all had a great day and would like to thank the parents and teachers that joined us.
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09 Jun 2026
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🏅 What an incredible day at the St. Joseph’s Athletics Carnival! 🏃♂️💨 The sun was shining, the team spirit was electric, and our students absolutely gave it their all. From the very first race of the 100m sprints to the final, nail-biting house relays, the determination and sportsmanship on display today was unmatched. A massive congratulations to all of our athletes who competed today—whether you took home a ribbon or just smashed your personal best, you made St. Joseph's incredibly proud! A huge thank you goes out to our amazing staff, parent volunteers, and house captains who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the day run so smoothly. And of course, thank you to all the families who came out to cheer, chant, and support from the sidelines! 🎉 The final house points are being tallied as we speak, and we can't wait to announce the winning house soon. 🏆 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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Happy World Environment Day! 🌿 At St Joseph's, we view our Earth as a precious gift. Our Faith in Action Team recently highlighted St. Francis of Assisi’s 'Canticle of the Sun'. His words remind us that we are all interconnected—sharing this world with our 'brother' Sun, 'sister' Moon and 'mother' Earth. Together as one big family, let's look after our environment today and every day! 🌻✨ #faithinactioncspd
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🏅 What an incredible day at the St. Joseph’s Athletics Carnival! 🏃♂️💨 The sun was shining, the team spirit was electric, and our students absolutely gave it their all. From the very first race of the 100m sprints to the final, nail-biting house relays, the determination and sportsmanship on display today was unmatched. A massive congratulations to all of our athletes who competed today—whether you took home a ribbon or just smashed your personal best, you made St. Joseph's incredibly proud! A huge thank you goes out to our amazing staff, parent volunteers, and house captains who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the day run so smoothly. And of course, thank you to all the families who came out to cheer, chant, and support from the sidelines! 🎉 The final house points are being tallied as we speak, and we can't wait to announce the winning house soon. 🏆 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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Happy World Environment Day! 🌿 At St Joseph's, we view our Earth as a precious gift. Our Faith in Action Team recently highlighted St. Francis of Assisi’s 'Canticle of the Sun'. His words remind us that we are all interconnected—sharing this world with our 'brother' Sun, 'sister' Moon and 'mother' Earth. Together as one big family, let's look after our environment today and every day! 🌻✨ #faithinactioncspd
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