The role of emotional intelligence in developing wellbeing is an important factor. During August, St Michael’s School Counsellor, Emilie Cangy, engaged 1Red and 1Yellow in a programme which aimed to improve emotional intelligence.
The focus for the first week was for the students to learn how to name their feelings. This was achieved by introducing the students to the colourful characters from the movie Inside Out.
In the second week, the focus was on the feeling of anger. The students learnt calming strategies eg muscle relaxation and mindful breathing. They were also asked to reflect on their own problem-solving skills.
The classroom being a community formed the focus for learning during the third week. Emilie shared the highly recommended book, ‘Have You Filled A Bucket Today?’ by Carol McCloud. The students were then asked to reflect on when their actions ‘fill’ or ‘dip’ from others’ buckets. The final activity was to draw examples of how family buckets can be filled, as well as filling the buckets of students and staff at school.
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26 Feb 2026
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πββοΈ Friday Run Club Energy! πββοΈ What a fantastic start to the day at Run Club last week! π π Smiles, fresh air and plenty of laps before the bell. We love seeing our students building healthy habits and cheering each other on! πͺβ¨ If itβs not too wet, Run Club is on again this Friday at 8:15am for Years 2-6. Weβd love to see even more runners join us! πββοΈπββοΈ A quick reminder: students are welcome to wear their sport uniform for the run, but will need to change back into their correct school uniform for the day afterwards. ππ See you bright and early on Friday! π #RunClub #HealthyHabits #ActiveKids #FridayFitness #PrimarySchoolLife #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool
26 Feb 2026
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πββοΈ DIVING β EXPRESSION OF INTEREST NOW OPEN Nominations are now OPEN for Diving registrations. Parents must register via the CSNSW Sport portal: π https://csnsw.sport/sports/mackillop-primary-southern-nsw/diving π Registrations close: 9th March π DIVISIONS Springboard 8 Years β Boys & Girls 9 Years β Boys & Girls 10 Years β Boys & Girls 11 Years β Boys & Girls 12/13 Years β Boys & Girls Platform Open Primary β Boys & Girls π DIVING REQUIREMENTS π¦ Springboard Dives may be performed from either the 1m and/or 3m springboard. 8 & 9 Years (Boys & Girls) β 3 Dives 1 dive @ 1.5 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives with no limit on degree of difficulty 10 & 11 Years (Boys & Girls) β 4 Dives 2 dives @ 3.6 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives from 2 groups with no limit on degree of difficulty 12/13 Years (Boys & Girls) β 5 Dives 3 dives from 3 groups @ 5.4 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives from 2 groups with no limit on degree of difficulty π¦ Platform Dives performed from 5m platform only Open Primary (Boys & Girls) β 4 Dives 2 dives @ 3.6 degree of difficulty limit 2 dives with no limit on degree of difficulty π Important Information Registration is an Expression of Interest (EOI). Students must submit a nomination form. Students must attend selection trials to be eligible for selection. If successful, parents will receive notification via the CSNSW Sport portal. MacKillop selections will be based on EOI submissions. Selected competitors will compete at the NSWPSSA Diving Championships on 28 April 2026.
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26 Feb 2026
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πββοΈ Friday Run Club Energy! πββοΈ What a fantastic start to the day at Run Club last week! π π Smiles, fresh air and plenty of laps before the bell. We love seeing our students building healthy habits and cheering each other on! πͺβ¨ If itβs not too wet, Run Club is on again this Friday at 8:15am for Years 2-6. Weβd love to see even more runners join us! πββοΈπββοΈ A quick reminder: students are welcome to wear their sport uniform for the run, but will need to change back into their correct school uniform for the day afterwards. ππ See you bright and early on Friday! π #RunClub #HealthyHabits #ActiveKids #FridayFitness #PrimarySchoolLife #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool
26 Feb 2026
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πββοΈ DIVING β EXPRESSION OF INTEREST NOW OPEN Nominations are now OPEN for Diving registrations. Parents must register via the CSNSW Sport portal: π https://csnsw.sport/sports/mackillop-primary-southern-nsw/diving π Registrations close: 9th March π DIVISIONS Springboard 8 Years β Boys & Girls 9 Years β Boys & Girls 10 Years β Boys & Girls 11 Years β Boys & Girls 12/13 Years β Boys & Girls Platform Open Primary β Boys & Girls π DIVING REQUIREMENTS π¦ Springboard Dives may be performed from either the 1m and/or 3m springboard. 8 & 9 Years (Boys & Girls) β 3 Dives 1 dive @ 1.5 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives with no limit on degree of difficulty 10 & 11 Years (Boys & Girls) β 4 Dives 2 dives @ 3.6 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives from 2 groups with no limit on degree of difficulty 12/13 Years (Boys & Girls) β 5 Dives 3 dives from 3 groups @ 5.4 degree of difficulty or less 2 dives from 2 groups with no limit on degree of difficulty π¦ Platform Dives performed from 5m platform only Open Primary (Boys & Girls) β 4 Dives 2 dives @ 3.6 degree of difficulty limit 2 dives with no limit on degree of difficulty π Important Information Registration is an Expression of Interest (EOI). Students must submit a nomination form. Students must attend selection trials to be eligible for selection. If successful, parents will receive notification via the CSNSW Sport portal. MacKillop selections will be based on EOI submissions. Selected competitors will compete at the NSWPSSA Diving Championships on 28 April 2026.
26 Feb 2026
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π GIRLS AFL TRIALS INFORMATION Girls 12 Years and Under β Selection Pathway (2026) π Expression of Interest (EOI) Registration This trial is for primary school girls aged 12 years and under. Eligibility Criteria: - Girls may be 12 years old, but must NOT turn 13 in 2026. - Girls turning 9 years or younger in 2026 are not eligible for selection. - Players must have AFL playing experience. - Parents/carers must register an EOI via the CSNSW Sport Portal. https://csnsw.sport/sports/mackillop-primary-southern-nsw/australian-football π EOI Closing Date: Tuesday, 10th March 2026 π All students must register to attend the MacKillop Trials in Wagga Wagga. π MacKillop Girls AFL Trials - Trials will be held to select the MacKillop Girls AFL Team. π Date: Tuesday, 24th March 2026 π Location: Wagga Wagga π MacKillop Team - Players selected in the MacKillop Team will compete at the NSWPSSA Girls AFL Championship π Tamworth π 11thβ12th May 2026 β Important Reminders Only eligible primary female students with AFL experience should register. EOI must be submitted by the closing date of Tuesday, 10th March 2026 Students must register specifically for the MacKillop Trials in Wagga Wagga. Selection at trials is required to progress to the NSWPSSA Championship.
26 Feb 2026
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25 Feb 2026
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π MacKillop Success! π A huge congratulations to Archie for his outstanding performance at the McKillop Basketball Trials in Wollongong last week! πβ¨ We are so proud to share that Archie has been selected in the MacKillop Team and will be heading to Port Macquarie next term to compete at the PSSA Championships! What an incredible achievement! ππ₯ Congratulations, Archie! We are all cheering you on and wish you the very best of luck! ππ #ProudSchoolMoment #MacKillop #PSSA #StudentAchievement #GoArchie #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool
24 Feb 2026
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π AFL Fun at School! π What a fantastic day on the field as the team from the AFL ran an exciting clinic for our Year 1-6 students! π From perfecting handballs to practising their kicks and teamwork skills, our students showed great enthusiasm, sportsmanship and plenty of big smiles! ππ It was wonderful to see everyone having a go and building confidence through movement and play. A huge thank you to the AFL coaches for bringing the energy and fun to our school! ππ #AFLClinic #PrimarySport #ActiveLearners #SchoolFun #Teamwork #NSWPrimarySchools #StMichaels #BaulkhamHills #PrimarySchool #CSPD #CatholicSchool
23 Feb 2026
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On Mondays, we buddy lunch. π On Mondays, our students come together for Buddy Lunch, sharing food, laughter and beautiful conversations across year levels. Itβs such a special time to see friendships growing, older students caring for younger ones, and our school community shining through simple moments of connection. Because here, Mondays arenβt just for lunchβ¦ theyβre for belonging. π« #BuddyLunch #SchoolCommunity #StudentConnections #PrimarySchoolLife #MakingMemories #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool
18 Feb 2026
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Ash Wednesday βοΈποΈ Today we gathered as a school community to begin the season of Lent. Our K-2 students participated reverently in a liturgy, while Years 3-6 attended Mass and received ashes, marking this sacred time of prayer, reflection and renewal. It was beautiful to see our students begin Lent with such respect and reverence. π€ Thank you to the parents who joined us in prayer. Your presence and prayerful support mean so much to our school community. π€ And to our wonderful altar servers for serving so confidently and faithfully. π May this Lenten season be one of growth, reflection and grace for all. #AshWednesday #Lent2026 #GrowingInFaith #CatholicEducation #SchoolCommunity #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool
17 Feb 2026
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π₯β¨ Shrove Tuesday Celebrations β¨π₯ Today our school community marked Shrove Tuesday with smiles, syrup and a very special reminder of what this day truly means. π Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday. Pancakes became a symbol of the day as families used up rich ingredients like eggs, milk and sugar before the simpler meals of Lent began. π₯β¨ Today, our students were delighted to receive pancakes to commemorate this important day. A joyful tradition that connects us to our faith and reminds us to prepare our hearts for the Lenten journey ahead. It was beautiful to see our community come together in both celebration and reflection as we look towards this sacred season. πβοΈ #ShroveTuesday #LentJourney #CatholicEducation #FaithInAction #SchoolCommunity #PreparingOurHearts #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool #PrimarySchoolLife #SchoolLife #ProudMoments #SchoolCommunity #LittleLearners #MomentsThatMatter #GrowingTogether #LearningJourney #CatholicEducation #Lent2026
16 Feb 2026
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Big Buddies, Little Buddies π€π Today our Year 6 and Kindergarten buddies met for the first time and oh my goodnessβ¦ what a beautiful moment it was! π₯Ήβ¨ There were big smiles, little hands held tightly, and so much excitement buzzing around the playground. Our Year 6 students showed such kindness, care and leadership as they embraced their new role π For our Kindergarten students, there was pure joy in meeting their βbig buddyβ a new friend to look up to, learn from and share special moments with throughout the year. π We can already tell this is going to be a year filled with connection, confidence and lots of heartwarming memories. Note - students pictured are from Red and Green classes. #Year6Leaders #KindyBuddies #BuddyProgram #StudentLeadership #SchoolCommunity #PrimarySchoolLife #MomentsThatMatter #StMichaels #PrimarySchool #BaulkhamHills #CSPD #CatholicSchool #WelcomeToTheGroup #SchoolLife #LearningJourney #SettlingIn #LittleLearners #GrowingTogether #SchoolCommunity #ProudMoments #SmilesAllRound #SoMuchJoy #StudentLeaders #SpecialMoments