Ariane, Jade, Alissa, Holly, Tatum, Paige and Sienna in their pyjamas.
The OLA community has shown generosity through the giving of warm clothes and blankets.
It is amazing looking at the kindness of our OLA families. Through this kindness we have lived out Sunday’s Gospel, by providing warmth to those who have nothing. Sometimes it is not just the items supplied but the willingness to work together as a community to provide for the less fortunate.
By seeing a need, we are thinking of those people that encounter hardships and therefore in one way we are praying for them. This is the true gift, that God’s love has been reflected through actions and words.
From our SRC students…
OLA had Pyjama Day. We got to wear our favourite PJ’s to school. We were asked to bring in some warm things like scarves, blankets, gloves and other clothing for those who are poor and cold during the Winter Season. At first break we got to organise some fun games for the school to enjoy! We did races, relays, guessing competitions and many more. We had two competitions which were a Jelly Bean and a Skittle competition. For the competitions you had to guess how many Jelly Beans or skittles were in the jar.
Year 5 SRC-Tyra A, Beatrice E and Millie E)
From Mini Vinnies Group:
“I am very happy to say that our social justice program has been a great success and that we have had a lot of donations over the last week. Pyjama Day does not just mean we have to dress up in our pyjamas at school. In fact, on pyjama day we think about all the people in the world who live on the streets or are not wealthy but poor. Thank you for your clothes, blankets, scarves and other items you have donated.”
(Phoebe S)
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
www.parra.catholic.edu.au
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16 Mar 2026
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Today, our students took part in the Caritas Walk for Water fundraiser, joining with schools across CSPD to support communities who do not have easy access to clean water. Students walked in solidarity with children around the world who must travel long distances each day to collect water for their families. This experience helped them reflect on gratitude, compassion, and social justice- a powerful way to put their faith into action during Lent. Thank you for your amazing generosity and for supporting our students as they walked with hope and purpose today. Thank you to our FIAT Team and our FIAT Coordinator, Mr. Lee, for leading this initiative. ~Kindergarten~
16 Mar 2026
From Facebook
On Friday, our school came alive as we celebrated Catholic Schools Week alongside the upcoming Feast of St Patrick. It was one of those days that truly shows what makes OLA special. We began with a lovely liturgy, filled with prayer, and then our students shone during the assembly items, sharing their learning with confidence, joy, and pride. Classrooms were then opened for families to wander through, giving everyone a chance to see the creativity, and hard work happening every day in our learning spaces. Thank you to Miss Grima and all staff for the preparation that went into every part of the day. Thank you to our wonderful P&F for hosting a warm and welcoming morning tea, and to all the families and friends who joined us. Days like this remind us how blessed we are to be part of a community that celebrates faith, fun, and learning. What a wonderful way to honour Catholic Schools Week and St Patrick’s Day at OLA!