Staff Reflect on the Plenary Council
Sister Breda has been leading a group of staff to understand the role of the Plenary Council in shaping the future of the Australian Catholic Church.
OGA Blog
From the President: June 2022
Welcome to the June edition of the OGA newsletter. It’s hard to believe we’re almost halfway through 2022.
All Things Dance & Discipline with Sophie Molony
Sophie Molony (2021), recently paid a visit to the College, teaching our Year 10 Dance students a commercial jazz number.
Joanne Pinto: Life as a Podiatrist
Joanne completed a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) and was recently offered a position in Royal Perth Hopsital’s graduate program.
Georgia Piggott: A Career in the Army
Class of 2019 graduate Georgia Piggott is one of a relatively small number of women to join the Australian Defence Force.
Sallese Gibson
Sallese Gibson (Class of 2008) has achieved a lot since leaving Santa Maria. She shares her story and offers advice to our students interested in journalism.
2022 Project of Mercy
Launched in 2021, the SMCOGA are once again delighted to offer the ‘Project of Mercy’ grant of up to $5,000.
Social Impact – Making A Positive Difference To People And Our Planet- Jennifer Oaten
Social impact is at the heart of what we do. We work hard to create social impact by addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality, improving access to education and healthcare, and protecting the environment. We believe everyone has a role to play in making a difference, and we are committed to doing our part.
He & She: Rachel’s Online Fashion Boutique
Since graduating in 2013, Rachel Gundry has moved to Melbourne and successfully launched an online fashion label, He and She.
Tessa Drafted to Port Adelaide
Congratulations to Tessa Doumanis (Class of 2017) who has just been drafted to Port Adelaide after three seasons with Claremont.
Save the Date: 2023 Reunion
The date is set for the 2023 Reunion event. This reunion will also be for the class groups who missed out on their reunion this year.
Movie Night: Falling For Figaro
The OGA are thrilled to bring back our much-loved movie night. Join us to see Falling for Figaro on Wednesday 20 July.
From the President: May 2022
Gemma sends her thoughts to those sick or caring for sick loved ones at the moment and shares that planning is underway for an OGA Movie Night.
Save the Date: 2023 Reunion
The date is set for the 2023 Reunion event. This reunion will also be for the class groups who missed out on their reunion this year.
Demi Awarded the 2022 Ciara Glennon Memorial Law Scholarship
Demi Bradford (2016) is honoured to be named the 2022 recipient of the Ciara Glennon Memorial Law Scholarship.
Are you an entrepreneur? We need you!
Take part in our young entrepreneur’s program, Women In Business, which provides students with the skills needed to thrive in entrepreneurship!
Flashback Fridays: Have Your Say
With past students having such happy memories associated with the College, it made sense to hop on the ‘Flashback Friday’ bandwagon.
Kristen Lloyd (2008): Youngest Specialist Vet Surgeon in the Country
Kristen Lloyd (2008) has spent most of her time since leaving Santa Maria studying! She is the youngest specialist veterinary surgeon in the country!
I Don’t Have To Be Better; I Just Have To Be Me – Jennifer Oaten
Competitions and comparisons to others are common, not just in schools but in society
Sofia’s Call to Walk for Justice
Sofia Basso Betancourt (2019), along with WA Justice Association, will be participating in Law Access’ 2022 Walk for Justice.
Celebrating Our Mothers – Jennifer Oaten
Mothers are our most precious gift. The mother-child bond is one unlike anything else. It comes with treasured memories and unconditional love. When we become mothers, a part of our hearts we never knew existed unlocks.
Sustainability … Young People Driving Change – Jennifer Oaten
I believe our young people can and will be the drivers of this change. We need to harness their passion for sustainability; this was evident through our student’s voice when developing our strategic plan. Our role is to ensure they learn and understand the vital role they can play in sustaining our planet.
From the President: April 2022
Here’s the second of our President’s reports for 2022 from Gemma Varone.
Claire Dodos Awarded Berndt Memorial Prize
Claire Dodos (Class of 2016) was recently awarded the Berndt Memorial Price, in recognition of her Honours research project in Cultural Anthropology.
Kim Maslin: Digital Technologies Educator
Kim Maslin (2008) has made her her mark across the globe as a teacher, educator and author, and we caught up with her to hear all about it!
Grace & Emily Excel at Performing Arts Perspectives
Congratulations to Grace McCormack and Emily Barker (2021) ATAR Dance graduates, who were chosen to perform at Performing Arts Perspectives.
Lana’s Passion Earns Her Technology Scholarship
Class of 2021 graduate, Lana Komaromi, was recently awarded the Young Technologists Scholarship through Murdoch University.
Northcott Sisters: Sugar Coat It
After seeing a gap in the market for last-minute gifts, Northcott sisters Holly (2015) and Hannah (2011) created their empire, Sugar Coat It.
Charmaine is Living Her Best Life
Charmaine Bingwa (2001) has established herself as a professional actor, after making the decision to move to America to follow her dream.
From Netherlands to SMC: Catch Up With Elissa Glorie
Elissa Glorie (Class of 2011) paid a visit to the College, filling us in on all that she has accomplished, including the founding of Moja.