Why Reading Impacts School Success – Jennifer Oaten
Studies have shown that reading has numerous cognitive benefits that increase the potential for academic success.
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A Journey of Healing & Reconciliation Week 2023
We gathered today to acknowledge past policies and practices which caused dispossession and loss of identity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 5, 2023
Year 6 Camp, Workplace Learning, the Seek7 Nearer to Nature excursion and Sisterhood Lunch Series were just some of the things happening this week!
Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You
Our Year 6s headed off to Kerem Adventure Camp this week, where they engaged in rock climbing, high and low ropes courses, archery, orienteering, and more!
Merryl Sequeira (2012): Empowering Women in Coding & ICT
Past student Merryl Sequeira (2012) has returned to her roots at Santa Maria this year as a Mathematics and Robotics teacher.
Nearer to Nature: A Seek7 Excursion
This week our Year 7s had an excursion at Point Walter to learn about water in our local environment. They spent the day taking part in many hands on activities.
Stage Combat: Choreographing Fight Sequences
Our Year 9 students have been participating in stage combat sessions, learning to perform choreographed fight scenes.
Boarders Run for the Cancer Council
In a show of determination, and support for a worthy cause, some of our boarders recently participated in the annual HBF Run for a Reason.
Kristy (1994): Publicist for Paramount and Network 10
Following many jobs in the media industry, Kristy Hall Harper (1994) is now a Senior Publicist at Paramount and Network 10.
Jessica Hooker: From SMC to CFO
Introducing Jessica Hooker, a 2005 graduate of Santa Maria. We caught up with her recently to delve into her journey since departing the College.
Never Underestimate The Impact of Family – Jennifer Oaten
Our families are one of the most important parts of our lives. Human beings are social creatures, and families provide not just basic needs for young people but also emotional needs
The Sacramental Life of the Catholic Church
Sister Breda is preparing students to receive the Sacraments this year. Why are these sacraments important to us as Catholics?
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 4, 2023
This week’s wrap up features photos from Year 9 Drama Stage Combat, Sisterhood Lunch Series, Interhouse Soccer, Year 11 Workplace Ready Program, and more!
A Pilgrimage to Ireland
Simone Sawiris, Deputy Principal of Teaching & Learning, recently embarked on a pilgrimage to Dublin. She shares her story with us.
The Archbishop’s LifeLink Day Launch for Secondary Schools
Eight Year 9 students, attended the Archbishop’s Official LifeLink Day Launch for secondary schools this week.
Hannah Debuts in Western Force Women’s Team
In this blog, we sit down with Religious Education Teacher Hannah Palelei, who has been selected for the Western Force 2023 Super Rugby women’s team!
Exploring Creativity: Parents and Daughter Pottery Class
Art Technician Marilyn Morin, recently hosted our parent-daughter pottery classes recently. We spoke to Marilyn about her story.
Preparing for the Workplace
Year 11 ACCESS students took part in the College’s Work Ready Program, which aims to provide support and guidance as they navigate this new chapter in their lives.
Blubber Me: An Insulation Experiment
Our Year 5s had the chance to perform an experiment in the Superlab, exploring how animals insulate themselves.
Colour Me Home
‘Colour Me Home’, a personalised mindfulness colouring book for our Year 7 boarders, aims to alleviate homesickness, foster connections, and promote understanding amongst the group.
Celebrating Mother’s Day: Honouring the Women Who Shape Our Lives – Jennifer Oaten
As we approach Mother’s Day, let us reflect on the incredible value our mothers and the special women in our lives bring.
May: The Month of Mary & Mothers
For centuries, the Catholic Church has set aside the entire month of May to honour Mary. Not just a day in May but the entire month.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 3, 2023
This week, we had the Year 10 Reflection Day, Boarding Week Assembly, Mother’s Day Liturgy, Interhouse Public Speaking competition, and more.
Check-in with Santa’s Workshop
Students in the Years 7 and 8 Introductory Woodwork course have recently completed their first woodworking project, an animal desk organiser!
Embody Love, Be Love
Year 10 students learned about embodying love more fully in their lives and how they can be love for themselves and others at their Reflection Day.
Boarding Week Launches at Santa Maria College
Boarding Week launched at Santa Maria College this week, with a very special assembly hosted by our Boarding Leaders.
Ensemble Concert 2023
On Wednesday, our Music community gathered to watch co-curricular ensembles perform songs they have been rehearsing this year.
Empowering Our Young Female Entrepreneurs
Our Women in Business students showcased their businesses to students and staff at the Mother’s Day stall this week.
The Big Chop: Marissa to Donate Hair to Charity
In June this year, Marissa will donate her ponytail to Wigs for Kids, a charity that creates wigs for children who experience hair loss during cancer treatment.
All Things Photography at Huzzard Studios
Year 9 Digital Media & Photography students were fortunate to take part in an excursion to Huzzard Studios, one of Australia’s most prominent photographic studios.