Sisterhood Networking Series – An Evening with Diana Rigg (Class of 1988)
We are delighted to introduce Diana Rigg (Class of 1988) as the guest speaker for our second Sisterhood Networking Series session of the year.Â
Date:Â Wednesday 13 August
Time:Â 6.00 pm – 7.30 pmÂ
Venue: Within The State Buildings – St George’s Terrace & Barrack Street, Perth
Dress Code:Â Corporate attire
Cost:Â $45.00 pp
This unique series aims to foster stronger bonds within our Santa Maria Sisterhood, creating a nurturing network for support, wisdom sharing, and mutual growth.
About Diana
Diana Rigg, the founder of PLD, is not just a teacher, speech pathologist, and parent; she is an influential innovator in education. Merging postgraduate education and speech pathology qualifications with a deep understanding of the education system, Diana’s mission is to educate and empower those working with 3 to 11-year-old children. Diana is a driving force in consultancy and publishing, channelling her efforts into bringing the latest research directly into Australian classrooms.
We invite you to an evening of networking, learning, and meaningful connections. This is an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, expand your professional network, and gain valuable insights from Diana.
Click here to secure your spot now, it’s one you won’t want to miss!Â
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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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