Boarding Blogs

Boarding Blogs

Echoes from Home: Celebrating Boarding Week at Santa Maria College

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This week, we celebrate National Boarding Week honouring our students who travel from regional and remote communities. We marked the week with a school-wide assembly with boarders sharing their personal stories, and a variety of events across the week. Boarding at Santa Maria College is a significant part of the College’s identity, with boarders contributing to leadership, community life, and the school’s culture of belonging.

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Nurturing Our Future Boarding Leaders

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From early 2023 to mid-2024, Aimee Deane joined the Australian Boarding Schools Association Emerging Boarding Leaders program to enhance her leadership skills and positively impact the Santa Maria boarding community. This journey led to the creation of the Aspiring Leaders Program, a pilot initiative offering junior boarders leadership opportunities previously reserved for Year 12 students.

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Christmas in July: Celebrating Faith and Friendship with Aquinas

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Santa Maria College boarders recently celebrated a heartwarming Christmas in July Liturgy and dinner with Aquinas, highlighting the strong bond between the two schools. Students enjoyed festive costumes, delicious Christmas-themed meals, and shared liturgies, reinforcing their friendship and sense of community. This evening showcased the values of faith and togetherness cherished by both schools.

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5 Myths of Boarding School

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Back in the day, parents used to threaten children with being sent to boarding school if they were poorly behaved. The idea was odious. It raised images of cruel adults and stark, bleak corridors leading to overcrowded dormitories. The modern reality couldn’t be further from the truth; however, some of the mythology remains. Let’s debunk some of the myths of boarding school.

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Two boarders running along the river at Point Walter

The Advantages of Boarding School

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In Australia, boarding schools offer unique opportunities for rural students who lack local secondary education options. This blog explores the advantages of boarding, addressing parental concerns and highlighting the positive impact on students’ academic, social, and personal development. Insights from psychologist Jane Carmignani reveal how boarding environments foster resilience, independence, and strong relationships, ensuring that boarding is a beneficial choice for many families.

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