Students Speak Up for Asylum Seekers
In their meeting today, the Social Justice Group, a co-curricular group for students in Years 10-12, wrote letters to their Federal Members of Parliament, calling for action on the issue of the offshore processing of asylum seekers. This practical action to promote change came about as a result of learning about Australia’s treatment of people seeking refuge, including the many people who remain stranded on Manus Island and Nauru. Students encouraged their Member of Parliament to help move Australia in a new direction in our treatment of people seeking asylum. Students are looking forward to receiving responses from their MPs on this social justice issue.
Year 12 student Isabella Robertson said, “I believe that the letter-writing activity to our local MPs was an important activity for our Social Justice group, it allowed us to implement things we learnt last semester and from our reflection morning with Nathan Leber. Simply writing a letter can have a huge impact within our local community, trying to raise awareness regarding the issue of refugees.
Caitlyn Goldney (2013) Embarks On A Legal Career
Caitlyn Goldney (2013) is a passionate advocate dedicated to giving back to the community through her legal savoir faire.
Combating The Attention Span Crisis In Our Students – Jennifer Oaten
It is no secret that attention spans have been steadily declining, especially among younger generations growing up immersed in digital technology. The average person’s attention span when using a digital device has plummeted from around two and a half minutes back in 2004 to just 47 seconds on average today – a dramatic 66% decrease over the past two decades.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 2, 2024
Week 2 has come to an end! This Weekly Wrap Up features highlights from Scuba Diving Club, the Sisterhood Series, and Boarding ANZAC Service.
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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
