HOLAs By Profession, Heroes By Passion Projects
Ailsa Harris, Head of Science, and Jayne Kingwell, Head of Humanities and Social Sciences, are fundraising for some incredible organisations within the wider Perth community.
Careers Blog
Welcoming Lesley Nation as Head of Visual Arts
New to the College this year, Lesley Nation joins us as Head of Visual Arts. We asked her a few questions to get to know her.
Introducing Our New Head of English
Louise Robinson Lay was appointed our new Head of English this year. We put some questions to Louise to get to know her a bit better.
Melissa Steps into Director of Mission Role
Melissa Trolio stepped into the position of Director of Mission this year. She brings vast experience, having worked in Catholic schools for over 15 years and as Head of Religious Education at Santa Maria.
Professional Development: Fire Up The Future
Our support staff engaged in a workshop around collaboration facilitated by high-performance coaching psychologist, Vanessa Vershaw.
ICT: Supporting Learning in a Digital Age
We’d like to introduce you to our amazing ICT team, who support staff and students, and give you an insight into what they do.
Faith Story and Witness
Over 40 staff recently took part in the program Faith Story and Witness, which is an accreditation requirement to work in Catholic schools.
Mat Puljiz: Appointed Dean of Students, Year 8
We’re delighted to welcome Mat Pujliz, who has taken on the role of Dean of Students for our Year 8 cohort this year.
Santa Maria Library Wins Innovators Award
We are excited to share that the Santa Maria library is this year’s winner of the School Libraries Association of Victoria Innovators Award.
The Importance of our Heads of Learning Areas
Simone Sawiris, Deputy Principal, Teaching and Learning, discusses why our Heads of Learning Areas are such an asset to the College.
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.
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.
Dance and Science: Juggling Two Hats
We sat down with Dance and Science Teacher, Marissa Gangemi, to explore how she leverages teaching in two polar opposite subject areas.
Professional Learning: Stimulating Thinking & Generating Ideas
Before the return of students, our staff engaged in a day of professional learning, in which they further developed their expertise.
From Heavy Metal Concerts to the Classroom!
Outside her role as a Technology & Commerce teacher, Jessica has found huge success pursuing her passion of live music photography.
ASPIRE!
The Santa Maria College ASPIRE Program provides inspirational and practical information for staff who would like to pursue leadership in education.
Pitch Perfect Jess
Jessica Del Borrello is enthusiastic and greets everyone with a big smile. This week we shine a spotlight on Jess and get to know her better.
Benefits Of A Healthy Workplace
We all understand the importance of good physical and mental health. Have you ever thought about how important this is in the workplace?
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.
Staff Create Resources for Refugees
On our last PL day, a group of staff worked together to create some literacy resources for Sister Breda O’Reilly’s refugee English classes.
Let Your Light Shine!
Santa Maria staff took part in a Service Day this week. The day started with a beautiful Mass in the chapel, followed by service activities.
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.
Santa Maria’s Secret Angels
A group of Santa Maria staff have been involved in some secret business over the last two weeks taking part in the Secret Angels project.
Staff Professional Learning: LATER Model
Our teaching staff recently built on their understanding of Cognitive Load Theory. Teachers evaluated and reported back on the impact of these strategies on learning.
Wellbeing of Students
Our recent PL day enabled staff to revisit their pastoral care role as they delved further into the wellbeing of students.
Showing Kindness To Our Teachers- Jennifer Oaten
Positive feedback is a powerful tool, but we generally provide negative feedback to our teachers, colleagues, families and children. Why is this? Why do we find it so difficult to give positive feedback? Are we too busy, or do we just not consider it important.
Building A Culture Of Learning – Jennifer Oaten
Our teachers embrace growth opportunities and have a true sense of pride in being the best teacher they can be. They really are passionate about their vocation.
Jordan Wins National Teacher Artist Prize
A huge congratulations to Visual Arts teacher, Jordan Andreotta, who is the winner of the National Teacher – Artist Prize for 2022!
Super Six to Study Medicine
2021 graduates Sophie Krummenacher, Hannah Potula, Sirena McDowell, Grace McCormack, Tahlia Fairhead and Shanice D’Silva, to pursue medicine.