“One language sets you in a corridor of life. Two languages open every door along the way”
"Znajomość jednego języka stawia cię w korytarzu życia. Dwa języki otwierają wszystkie drzwi na twojej drodze.”
Frank Smith, a contemporary psycholinguist recognised for his contributions in linguistics and cognitive psychology.
"Znajomość jednego języka stawia cię w korytarzu życia. Dwa języki otwierają wszystkie drzwi na twojej drodze.”
Frank Smith, a contemporary psycholinguist recognised for his contributions in linguistics and cognitive psychology.
NSPSS 30th Anniversary.
2018 marks a significant year in the history of our school as we celebrate our 30th birthday.
We gathered at Macquarie University Theatre on the afternoon of 15th of September to commemorate this very special occasion
with past and present families, school friends, honorary guests and local Polish media. It was a joyful event of student memories and performances, heartfelt speeches and shared pride in our nurturing school community.
Please enjoy some of the highlights from NSPSS 30th Anniversary Event :)
We gathered at Macquarie University Theatre on the afternoon of 15th of September to commemorate this very special occasion
with past and present families, school friends, honorary guests and local Polish media. It was a joyful event of student memories and performances, heartfelt speeches and shared pride in our nurturing school community.
Please enjoy some of the highlights from NSPSS 30th Anniversary Event :)
Honorary Guests
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Professor Martina Möllering
Executive Dean in the Faculty of Arts, Macquarie University - Represented by: Associate Professor Ulrike Garde Head of International Studies: Languages and Cultures Head of German Studies, Department of International Studies: Languages and Cultures, Macquarie University The Hon. Victor Michael Dominello, MP Minister for Finance, Services and Property Mrs Regina Jurkowska Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Sydney Dr Kamila Walker Head, Polish Studies, Dept of International Studies Macquarie University Mr Tom Czarnota President of Polish Study Foundation at Macquarie University |
Father Kamil Żyłczyński, TCHr The Society of Christ Fathers
Mr Marek Bartczak Representing Prezes Małgorzatę Kwiatkowską The Polish Community Council of Australia Mr Albert Vella, OAM President of NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Mr Adam Gajkowski President of Federation of Polish Organisations in NSW Mrs Marysia Nowak Chairperson of the Polish Educational Society in NSW Inc. Mrs Bożena Iwanowska President of Polish Educational Society in Victoria and Representing the Polish Community Council of Victoria Ms Erika Southam Principal, North Ryde Public School |
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Anna Sadurska from SBS Radio interviewed Elizabeth Cesarski to talk about NSPSS's past and present. Go to SBS website or listen here: |
From Elizabeth Cesarski, NSPSS Principal:
From Dr Kamila Walker, Macquarie University, Sydney:
From Tomasz Cyrzyk, President of the School Parents Committee:
Official Program
Video Recordings from the Event
The Anniversary proceedings commenced with a short film "Students Then and Now"
We then enjoyed wonderful speeches, student performances, teacher awards and more...
Pani Gondek z byłymi uczennicami; od lewej: Sally, Mirka, Stefka i Sonia
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Mrs Barbara Gondek taught Polish language in Australia for 35 years starting in Liverpool, then Ashfield and for the past 20 years (1998-2018) at High School in Chatswood. She prepared many students to "Matura" (HSC) mentoring and inspiring them to always do better at school and in life. It was such an honour to present Mrs Gondek with the Career Achievement Award during the Awards Ceremony. It was also a great opportunity for past students to reconnect with their highly respected and loved teacher. Dziękujemy Pani Basiu!! |
Local Polish media have always extended a strong support to Polish schools in Australia reporting on important events and joining in school celebrations over the years. A BIG THANK YOU for your continued endorsement!
Bumerang Media, Express, Puls Polonii, Radio SBS, Tygodnik Polski i Radio 2000FM.
We would like to share two wonderful slideshows full of unforgettable memories from the 30th anniversary event.
With immense gratitude to the photographers: Magda Greenfield and Andrzej Kozek (slideshow below) and
Tomek Koprowski (the 2nd slideshow below) - please enjoy:)
Bumerang Media, Express, Puls Polonii, Radio SBS, Tygodnik Polski i Radio 2000FM.
We would like to share two wonderful slideshows full of unforgettable memories from the 30th anniversary event.
With immense gratitude to the photographers: Magda Greenfield and Andrzej Kozek (slideshow below) and
Tomek Koprowski (the 2nd slideshow below) - please enjoy:)