A New Direction For Jane
Jane Murray is stepping into a new role in 2023 as Director of Boarding. We interviewed Jane about this her new role.
Celebrating 30 Years in Catholic Education
Simone Sawiris, Deputy Principal, Teaching & Learning, was recognised this week for 30 years in Catholic education.
From the President: November 2022
Welcome to the November Old Girls’ Association blog. We welcome the Class of 2022 and wish those starting exams all the best.
Ella Jones (2020) Latest Film Role
Ella Jones (2020) has had quite a few acting roles since leaving school, but her new role of Tessa in Incognito is her favourite yet.
College Leadership Team on Retreat
Doctor Reverand Elio Capra facilitated a day of Reflection for our College Leadership Team this week, urging them to be future focussed Christian leaders.
Young Physicists Win Gold & Silver
Congratulations to Year 10 students Annika, Mackenzie, Emily, Grace and Sanjana, who recently competed in the Junior Young Physicist Tournament.
It’s Ok To Be An Introvert – Santa Maria College
With current restrictions and COVID-19 cases on the increase, I feel no guilt about wanting to stay at home on Friday night and sit on the couch rather than attending a social gathering.
What Gives You Joy? – Santa Maria College
Joy doesn’t come from others; it comes from within us. When we are more present, the simple things in life become joyful; the food we eat, the air we breathe, the sounds of nature and our families. The more we get in touch with our true selves, the more joy we will feel. With joy, there is hope. The present is where joy lives.
Marine Biologists in the Making
Year 9 Marine Science students visited Penguin Island this week to conduct research into the impact humans are having on the marine park.
Seeds of Justice Making A Change
Students attended the Seeds of Justice Conference with students and staff from other Mercy schools this week.
Foundation Student Rae Shares Her Story
Rae Cooper (Carroll, 1947) was one of Santa Maria College’s foundation students. She shares her memories with us in this month’s blog.
Remembering Sister Sheila
Sister Sheila Sawle was much-loved among students and staff at Santa Maria College. We remember Sister Shiela in this story.
Farewell to the Class of 2022
We honoured the graduating Class of 2022 at our Graduation Mass and Ceremony last night at Santa Maria College.
Charlotte Looks into the Future
Congratulations to Charlotte who is the National Junior Champion in the Scenario Writing section of the Future Problem Solving Program competition.
Janine Pittaway Shares Her Story
Janine Pittaway (Class of 1987), shares her story since leaving Santa Maria, from a Rotary exchange in Minnesota to her own business in Dunsborough!
One Global Family: Tackling World Hunger
This Sunday is World Food Day, which aims to build an understanding of the issues of hunger facing people throughout the world.
2022/2023 Reunions
Invitations have gone out for the 2022/2023 Reunions. We look forward to welcoming you all back to the College on Saturday 11 February.
I Don’t Have To Be Better; I Just Have To Be Me – Santa Maria College
Competitions and comparisons to others are common, not just in schools but in society
More Bad News – Santa Maria College
Social media has changed the way we access our news. People expect to be informed immediately or even while it is happening; anyone generates imagery, mobile phone recordings are often used, and the footage is broadcasted live from the scene, with little filtering.
From the President: October 2022
Here is our October report from Gemma Varone, President of the Old Girls’ Association.
Saying Goodbye to Sister Gemma
We take a trip down memory lane, to reflect on the incredible life and legacy of Sr Gemma, who many remember as ‘the toffee lady’.
Gwen Wood: Giving Back to the Old Girls’ Association
Gwen Wood (1963) has been a long-standing member of the Old Girls’ Association committee joining the committee in 2006.
Viv Laver Talks About Her Life After Santa Maria
Viv Laver (Manica, 1998) has led an interesting life. She teaches dance and is a facilitator for the Freestyle Edge Program for the City of Joondalup.
First and Final Speech for Elouise
2022 Head Girl Elouise delivered her first and final speech to the students and staff at Assembly on Mercy Day. Here is her speech.
Living in a Neurodiverse World
The WA Youth Theatre Company took up residence in the theatre to perform the original production of ARCO for our Years 5 and 6 students.
Beach Clean-Up for Byrne Girls
Year 9 Byrne chose a clean-up and dune revegetation for their Strive9 Project in collaboration with the Town of Cottesloe.
Continuing Our Partnership with St Gerard’s
For their Strive9 project, Year 9 de la Hoyde Homeroom chose to continue the relationship Santa Maria College has with St Gerard’s Catholic Primary School.
Providing Food For Those Less Fortunate
The Year 9 O’Donnell Homeroom decided they wanted to focus their project on providing those less fortunate with hot meals for Strive9.
Corbett Girls Help Women & Children in Need
For their Strive9 Project, the girls from Year 9 Corbett decided to help women and children from a Perth Refuge.
Students Learn to BStreetsmart
Year 10 students attended the RAC bstreetsmart seminar this week and saw first hand the consequences bad driving decisions can have.