Showing Kindness to the Community
In the lead-up to Christmas, our Year 7s have been preparing gifts for people in the community who are vulnerable or who do so much for others.
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Biotechnology: Driving Medical Progress
Year 10 BrainSTEM students visited the Harry Perkins Institute for Medical Research, as part of their study about Biotechnology and its role in medical research.
SpongeBob the Musical
The fun musical production Spongebob recently played at the Regal Theatre in Perth with two Santa Maria alumni taking part.
Marianne Adds Social Value to WAs Mining Sector
To put it simply, Marianne and her team focus on commercial partnerships through both a communities and innovation lens for BHP.
The Challenges of Perfectionism – Jennifer Oaten
We live in a society where there is an emphasis on performance, achievement and perfection. Anything less than perfect is seen as a failure or weakness.
Mission Blog: Positive Self Talk
Genesis 1.27 says, In His image and likeness, He created you. This week’s Mission Blog looks at the effects of negative self-talk.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 4, Week 5, 2022
This week, we had the Year 6 Celebration Day, Interhouse Academic Triathlon, Golden Girls’ Luncheon, and more!
School Grounds Become Shakespeare Set
The Middle School production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream took place last week with a cast of 62 students from Years 7 – 9.
Golden Girls’ Luncheon
85 of Santa Maria’s alumni gathered for the annual Golden Girls’ Luncheon. The ladies who attended were graduates between 1947 – 1974.
Kendall Advocates for WAs Rural, Regional and Remote Women
Kendall Galbraith (2000) actively informs the gender equality policy, with the government, private sector, civil society and the media.
Rottnest Island Bound
Our six Year 9 Outdoor Education classes ventured to Rottnest last week to explore the beautiful snorkelling locations for themselves!
Ruth Returns to School
Ruth Loveridge (2015) is back at the College for a three-week practicum as she completes her Master of Teaching.
Grief – Jennifer Oaten
Grief is commonly linked to death of family or friends, but it can also happen when you lose something of value.
Mission Blog: Christian Meditation
Christian mediation is a wonderful way of understanding the goodness that comes from placing oneself in the total presence of God.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 4, Week 4, 2022
This week saw some exciting events, including the middle school production performance, and the art and design parade and exhibition!
Out Of This World!
The 2022 theme of the Art Exhibition and Fashion Parade, ‘Out of this World’, was inspired by the ideas of …
Removing the Stigma Around Periods
Lucy Peach, author of the best-selling book Period Queen, spoke to Year 11s this week in a talk sponsored by the Parent Council.
A New Direction For Jane
Jane Murray is stepping into a new role in 2023 as Director of Boarding. We interviewed Jane about this her new role.
Immersed Inside New Cultural Centre
Some of our students and staff explored inside the new Cultural Centre, through amazing virtual reality technology!
First Podcast Guest: Catherine Kolomyjec (1986)
With 40-plus years of community work under her belt, it’s no surprise that Catherine is our first guest to appear on the podcast.
Celebrating 30 Years in Catholic Education
Simone Sawiris, Deputy Principal, Teaching & Learning, was recognised this week for 30 years in Catholic education.
Catherine Kolomyjec (Burgess, Class of 1986)
With 40-plus years of community work under her belt, it’s no surprise that Catherine is our first guest to appear on the podcast.
Ella Jones (2020) Latest Film Role
Ella Jones (2020) has had quite a few acting roles since leaving school, but her new role of Tessa in Incognito is her favourite yet.
We Give Thanks For Our Teachers – Happy World Teachers Day – Jennifer Oaten
Happy World Teachers’ Day! Today is a day to celebrate the men and women who have dedicated their lives to educating the next generation. Teaching in 2022 is a challenging job.
College Leadership Team on Retreat
Doctor Reverand Elio Capra facilitated a day of Reflection for our College Leadership Team this week, urging them to be future focussed Christian leaders.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 4, Week 3, 2022
This week, we had the Music Tribute Night, Seeds of Justice conference, SLC inaugural dinner and meeting, House Drama rehearsals, and more!
Introducing… The Santa Maria College Podcast
Once a month, we’ll be sitting down with members of our community, who are contributing to making the world a better place.
Young Physicists Win Gold & Silver
Congratulations to Year 10 students Annika, Mackenzie, Emily, Grace and Sanjana, who recently competed in the Junior Young Physicist Tournament.
Paying Tribute to Musical Legends
The Music Tribute Night is a concert for all music students in Years 8 – 11, in which they perform songs from a soloist or group artist of their choice.
It’s Ok To Be An Introvert – Santa Maria College
With current restrictions and COVID-19 cases on the increase, I feel no guilt about wanting to stay at home on Friday night and sit on the couch rather than attending a social gathering.