From the President: October 2022
Here is our October report from Gemma Varone, President of the Old Girls’ Association.
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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.
Building Connections Through Sisterhood Lunch Series
Our alumni were invited back to the College to share their experience and wisdom since graduating with our senior students.
History of the McAuley Shield
In this article, we break down the origins of the McAuley Shield, and reflect on what this coveted title means for our girls.
State Of The Art Music, Drama and Dance Facility Build Announced – Jennifer Oaten
Santa Maria College is a leading school for girls and we recognise the value of Performing Arts. That is why we are excited to announce our upcoming build of a state-of-the-art music, drama and dance facility.
Gender Equality in Sport – Jennifer Oaten
In terms of gender equality, the sports world has made tremendous progress in recent years. Women have accomplished great things in a variety of sports, and girls now have greater opportunities than ever before to participate.
Planning to Enrol Your Daughter at Santa Maria?
We have recently changed our enrolment timeline and want to make sure our alumni members are aware.
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.
From the President: September 2022
Here’s our September report from Gemma Varone, President of the Old Girls’ Association.
Yale Steinepreis (2015) Paddling to Success
Yale is a sprint kayaker, balancing the workload of elite sport, post-graduate studies in law, and working part-time.
Students Are Now The Teachers
Kathleen (2014) and Joanne (2016) are pre-service teachers currently doing their practicum in the Santa Maria College Visual Arts Department.
Monique Chiari’s Clumsy Cushions
Intense boredom with feelings of stagnation during a COVID-19 lockdown led Monique to create her own business, Clumsy.
Caroline’s Flying High
Caroline Watson (Class of 2015) started studying a degree that didn’t quite fit before her interest in flying was sparked! She never looked back.
Elsie Blay (2006) Is On A Mission
Elsie Blay (2006) is a woman on a mission. As General Manager of Ruah, she fights every day to support those experiencing social inequity.
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.
Planning to Enrol Your Daughter at Santa Maria?
We have recently changed our enrolment timeline and want to make sure our alumni members are aware.
From the President: August 2022
Welcome to the August edition of the Old Girls’ Association Blog. We have some great alumni stories to share with you this morning.
Sir Botanical: Georgia’s Floristry Business
Georgia Carlsen (Brennan, 2009), co-founded Sir Botanical, which offers wedding and event flowers, wall art and lifestyle products.
Emily in Aberdeen
Emily Daniels (2014) is living and working in Aberdeen in Scotland. We asked her to share her story since leaving the College.
Hello From Senegal: Lauren Malaxos
Lauren has had an exciting journey since leaving Santa Maria. She’s currently working in Senegal in West Africa as a Completion Engineer.
Dannii’s Story
Dannii Veldsman (2010) shares her story since leaving Santa Maria. From studying engineering to finding her dream job as a paramedic.
Understanding Neurodiversity – Jennifer Oaten
Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the range of differences in how our brains are wired and operated. Neuro means the brain and diversity, the differences that exist between people.
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.
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.
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.