Project of Mercy Recipient Announced
We are excited to announce that the recipient of the 2023 ‘Project of Mercy’ grant is Jane Armstrong (1993). Her charity, Homelessness We Care Perth, has been selected to receive the $5000 grant. Jane was presented with the ‘large’ cheque by Principal Jennifer Oaten and Old Girls’ Association President Gemma Varone.
This significant grant will help Jane and her team of volunteers as they continue their mission to support the homeless community in Perth. These funds will help Homelessness We Care to purchase items that will ensure food is kept to food safety temperatures during service to those most vulnerable in our society.
Jane’s passion for advocating for the homeless is rooted in her background in mental health. Witnessing the alarming rise in homelessness firsthand has only fueled her determination to make a meaningful impact. Her commitment to addressing this pressing issue serves as an inspiration to us all.
Through her tireless efforts, Jane not only exemplifies the spirit of compassion that lies at the heart of the Santa Maria College community, but she also stands as a testament to the incredible difference each of us can make. Her remarkable dedication inspires us to embrace our own capacity for kindness and to actively participate in building a more compassionate and inclusive society. As we celebrate Jane’s contributions, we are encouraged to reflect on how we, too, can contribute to positive change within our community.
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.
From the President – May 2026
Santa Maria College alumni can look forward to several upcoming events in 2026. These include a joint alumni event with Aquinas College later in the year, a movie night at Windsor Theatre Nedlands in late July, and the Pleiades Meeting hosted at Santa Maria College in August. The update also encourages support for the College’s Winter Appeal.
Expression of Interest – Explore8 Guest Speakers 2026
Santa Maria College is inviting alumni to submit an expression of interest to speak in the 2026 Explore8 program. Explore8 is a real-world learning experience for Year 8 students focused on research, problem solving and innovation in response to community and global challenges. Guest speakers help students connect ideas to lived experience by sharing their career journeys, challenges and impact.
Tara Del Borrello’s Music Therapy Journey
Music therapy is the intentional use of music by a registered music therapist to support health, functioning and wellbeing. In this alumni story, Tara Del Borrello explains how music therapy can help infants, children and young people with regulation, communication, rehabilitation and recovery. Her journey shows how a creative background can lead to meaningful work in healthcare.
