From the President: May 2022

May 25, 2022

Welcome to the May edition of the Old Girls’ Association News Blog.

My thoughts are with those who are unwell at the moment or caring for someone who is. Isolation is a difficult time for many people, so please remember to check in on those close to you.

On a brighter note, it is nice to be able to look forward and plan some social events for the Association to enjoy. We are in the early planning stages for an OGA Movie Night. If that’s something you might be interested in, please keep an eye out for the June News Blog, and the OGA Facebook page.

I would also like to take this opportunity to remind you that the College is looking for any alumni stories of anyone doing wonderful things in the community. They are particularly looking for stories around social innovation, for the 2022 Catherine magazine. Sharing these stories is not only a way to recognise the incredible work of others, but also to inspire the rest of our community, including current students.

Until next time.

Gemma Varone (2009), President

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Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.