Encore: Celebrating 35 Years of the Theatre Arts Centre
The Theatre shaped my time at Santa Maria! This sentiment was shared by many who attended Encore, a celebration of 35 Years of the Theatre Arts Centre.
What Do We Learn Through Coding?
At Santa Maria College, our Years 7 and 8 students are fortunate to be able to choose one of two Digital Technologies subjects – Creative Media or Robotics & Coding. We believe both subjects offer rich experiences to create amazing things with technology.
Year 12 Geographers Head to the Wheatbelt
Recently our Year 12 Geographers journeyed to the Cunderdin and Tammin districts of the Wheatbelt for two days of fieldwork (and heat!).
Be Street Smart
The Year 10 REACH class had the opportunity to attend RAC Arena for the RACbstreetsmart event this week with over 7000 other students.
Virtual Language Assistant
When COVID hit, the use of language assistants from Italy stopped but a new initiative from WAATI meant a virtual language assistant.
Students Find Ways to Reduce Coffee Waste
Year 10 Home Economics classes have been exploring ways to reduce waste when working in the café industry.
Surfin’ at Margs: Surf Camp
This Year 12 Outdoor Ed camp was something really special and an experience that will stay with these students for a long time.
3600 Seedlings Planted
Staff and students from Years 10 and 11 planted 3600 seedlings at Blue Gum Reserve over the weekend.
Ask Any Girl Finally Hits the Stage
Thanks to the tremendous efforts of cast and crew, the 2021 College production Ask Any Girl finally hit the stage.
Holy Week
Holy Week commences on Palm Sunday. Lent is at its end and we are about to enter the most sacred time of the year.
Weekly Wrap Up: Week 8 Term 1, 2021
From camps to Rock Ya Socks Off and the Production of Ask Any Girl, we’ve got a jam packed Weekly Wrap Up for you this week.Â
It’s good to be humble: Stop Bragging
In this week’s Mission Blog we look at humility and how the Church teaches us that humility is a desired quality to develop.
Year 7 Home Economics: Bento Meals
The Year 7 Home Economics classes have been designing, preparing and presenting a bento-style snack box.
Brain Stem Workshop
Brain Stem students had the chance to participate in a workshop presented by Neuroscientist, Associate Professor Jennifer Rodger.
Rock Ya Socks Off 2021
Over 250 students, parents and friends poured into the McDonald Arena last Friday night, to witness a two-hour rock concert.
A Rare Encounter with the Elusive Chuditch: Year 11 Biology Camp
The Year 11 Biology students headed off to the Perth Hills Discovery Centre in Mundaring, this week for the annual Biology Camp.
That’s a Wrap: JIGSSA Swimming 2021
Last night wrapped up the final JIGSSA Swimming event for 2021, with JIGSSA Twilight Swimming carnival being held at HBF stadium.
Big Sister, Little Sister
We have a wonderful program in Boarding titled Big Sister, Little Sister, which provides support and friendship, paving the way for an easier transition.
Hannah’s Clean Sweep
Congratulations to Year 8 student, Hannah, who competed in the Diving WA 2021 State Age Championships earlier this month.
Father Daughter Camp a Big Success
The Father Daughter camp held at Woodman Point over the weekend was a great experience for everyone.
Weekly Wrap Up: Week 7, Term 1, 2021
Here’s our Weekly Wrap Up for Week 7 of Term 1. From Caritas Day to interschool swimming carnivals, it’s been a great week!
Shaving for a Cure
Year 9 students Ellie and Sophie, joined the World’s Greatest Shave this year. They share their stories with us.
Lauren to Play with the Greats!
Congratulations to Year 12 cricketer Lauren who has been selected to play in the Governors vs Pirates Ultimate Backyard Cricket Match on Saturday.
IGSSA Swimming Carnival 2021
Congratulations to our swim team who took part in the IGSSA Swimming carnival last Friday. Santa Maria finished 4th overall after some excellent results.
Supporting Those In Need This Easter
The Mercy Walk came alive with an Easter theme today as Caritas Day got underway. This day supports Caritas and Project Compassion.
Year 6s Visit Parliament House
To extend on their classroom learning, Year 6 classes headed off on an excursion to Parliament House last week.
Seeds of Justice Vertical Garden Project
The Seeds of Justice group have created a vertical garden, to build a more sustainable and happier environment for the school community.
The Power of Prayer
Our heavenly Father loves us and it is His desire to have a relationship with us. Talk to God, tell Him exactly how you feel.
Weekly Wrap Up: Week 6, Term 1, 2021
We hope you enjoy our Weekly Wrap Up of Week 6
Fluor Engineering Challenge
Year 10 Physics students have been working on a challenge as part of the 2021 Fluor Engineering Challenge.