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?
Careers Blog
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.
Welcome Back
When staff come back to the College after leaving to go elsewhere, it certainly says a lot for the school.
Staff Profile: Gemma Sharp
Among the new staff commencing at Santa Maria this year, we welcome Gemma Sharp to her first teaching role. Gemma is also a third-generation Santa Maria College graduate.
High Impact Teacher Development
Select staff delivered professional development on high-impact teaching practices to colleagues on Monday.
Meet Our Staff: Reece Jones
We welcome Reece Jones who is taking over as Facilities & Grounds Manager. Reece has a background in horticulture and building.
Meet Our Staff: Jordan Andreotta
This term we welcome Perth artist, Lester Prize finalist, and teacher, Jordan Andreotta, to our Visual Arts Department.
Meet Our Staff: Jaye Quin, Art Technician
I am one of the Art Department Technicians, a position I have held since July 2008. The job consists of …
Meet Our Staff: Meg Anderson
Get to know Meg Anderson, one of our fabulous English teachers. Meg started at Santa Maria after being impressed by her daughter’s experience as a student.
Meet Our Staff: John Wray, Campus Dean
You’ve probably seen the amazing morning sunrise photographs taken at the College. These are usually taken by John Wray, Campus Dean. This week we learn more about him in the Meet Our Staff series.
Meet Our Staff: Jodie Brindley, College Nurse
Meet Jodie Brindley, College nurse, who has provided first aid and medical assistance to day girls and the boarding community, for the past 10 years.
Meet Our Staff: Paul Kinsella, Head of Music
Meet Paul Kinsella, Head of Music at Santa Maria College. Paul has been at the College for 19 years where he is fondly referred to by students as Mr K.