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Be Seen @ Red Bend Catholic College Champagnat Day

June 19, 2025 by Roxane Manley

The RBCC community celebrated Champagnat Day with a whole school Mass, followed by an Awards Ceremony, where we acknowledged students and staff.

 


Champagnat Day is a memorable and enriching experi­ence that contributes to every student’s personal and spiritual growth and academic success.

 


The Day holds great significance as it allows RBCC to honour and reflect upon the values and ideals that the school is built upon.

Be Seen @ Parkes High School Hospitality Class

June 19, 2025 by Roxane Manley

Mrs Jones’ Year 11 Hospitality class made Cinnamon French Toast, cafe style recently.

 


The students were very creative with their presentation, then enjoyed their creations after displaying them.

Be Seen @ Forbes North Public School

June 12, 2025 by Roxane Manley

Stage 3 boys Cultural Group set up their brand new fish­ing rods last week for a spot of fishing.

 


Thank you to Brett from NSW fisheries for teaching the boys about our native fish and the Wiradjuri language associated with our waterways.

 


GJ caught his first fish EVER – thank you to the boys who let him reel in the first catch of the day.

Be Seen @ Parkes Picnic Races Fashions On The Field

June 12, 2025 by Roxane Manley

The winner of the Most Elegant Lady category in the Fashions on the Field is Elizabeth Paterson from Griffith.

 


Most Stylish Man category at this year’s Fashions on the Field was the stylish Luke Clyne from Parkes.

 


Best Dressed Couples category in the Fashions on the Field. It was Rhondda and Warren Cochrane from Leeton.

Be Seen @ Parkes East Public School Annual Fete

June 5, 2025 by Roxane Manley

On Saturday 31 May Parkes East Public School held their much anticipated annual fete.

 


Thanks to everyone who came along and had a great time supporting the school.

 


Shout out to the P&C, all the families and local busi­nesses for their amazing support.

Be Seen @ Forbes High School Horticulture Program

June 5, 2025 by Roxane Manley

It was a brilliant start to the YES Horticulture Program with Ms Matthews from Orange TAFE.

 


Students gained valuable insights into seed germination, seasonal planting, and the intricacies of growing from seeds.

 


Students potted snow peas, sweet peas, broad beans, and native grasses. There are four weeks remaining of this great program.

Be Seen @ Parkes Public School

May 29, 2025 by Roxane Manley

Last Wednesday at Parkes Public School we celebrated National Simultaneous Storytime at Parkes Public School.

 


Classes tuned in to hear the book being read by the author, Deborah Frenkel, along with over 2 million people across Australia and New Zealand.

 


This year marked the 25th Anniversary of NSS and students participated in activities in the library and their classrooms to mark the event.

Be Seen @ Forbes Public

May 29, 2025 by Roxane Manley

On Sorry Day we acknowledged a significant occasion to reflect on the impact of the past and promote healing and reconciliation within our community.

 


We honoured Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through engaging activities centred around Aboriginal literature.

 


Students also attended Forbes High School and St Lau­rence’s Parish School for their Sorry Day events.

Be Seen @ Parkes Services Squash Courts

May 22, 2025 by Roxane Manley

Monday’s beach theme at Parkes Services Squash Courts did not disappoint.

 


When is the last time you had this much fun on a Monday night?

 


Come and join in the fun at the Parkes Services Squash Courts.

Be Seen Forbes High School Eisteddfod Performers

May 22, 2025 by Roxane Manley

Huge congratulations to the amazing Support Unit students for their fantastic participation in the Cowra Eisteddfod.

 


What an incredible display of talent – with singing, instru­ments, dancing, and a skit.

 


You all did yourselves and Forbes High School proud!

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