Introducing the 2024 Mercy Awards
The 2024 Mercy Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the outstanding contributions of our alumni and staff! The Mercy Awards celebrate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to one of our five school core values: Hospitality, Compassion, Justice, Service, and Excellence in their lives.
We invite you to nominate deserving individuals who have exemplified one of these values in a significant and impactful way, either within their local community or on a global scale.
Nominations are open until 17 May 2024. Don’t miss your chance to recognise those who have inspired you!
Criteria
- Embody one of our core values
- Willingness to share their inspiring story and participate in the project activities including a photo shoot, exhibition, and cocktail party.
- Brief statement explaining why they deserve the award
Our panel of judges will select finalists for each value, who will be honoured in a special exhibition at the Mercy Gallery from 6 – 9 August.
On Thursday 8 August, the finalists will be invited to the Gallery for a celebration with friends and family!
Nominate now, and let’s celebrate the extraordinary individuals who make our school special! 🎉Â
Author: Santa Maria College
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.
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