Mercy Values

Investing in Our Staff, Investing in Our Students

Careers Blog, News Blog

The Parent Levy Professional Learning Grant at Santa Maria College provides funding for staff to undertake further study that aligns with the College’s Strategic Plan and Mercy values. The grant helps staff build new knowledge and skills that enhance teaching, student support and school improvement. In this story, Emma Wood, Head of Sport, shares how completing a Graduate Certificate in Education (Careers Development & Counselling) is already benefiting students and the wider College community.

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Sophia, Building Beauty, Confidence and a Business

OGA Blog

Santa Maria past student Sophia Whimp (2022) has built a successful home beauty business by combining creativity, resilience and a commitment to authentic client relationships. In this Q&A, she reflects on the lessons she learned at school, the challenges of starting a business at a young age, and the advice she has for students hoping to turn their passion into a career.

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Mercy in the Past: Mercy for the Future – Jennifer Oaten

Knowing Girls, News Blog, OGA Blog

Mercy education in Western Australia began when Ursula Frayne and the Sisters of Mercy arrived in 1846 to educate girls and serve those in need. This week Mercedes College, St Brigid’s College and Santa Maria College continue that shared heritage through values such as compassion, justice, service and hospitality. The article reflects on a joint gathering that marked 180 years of Mercy in Western Australia and considered what this legacy calls educators to do now.

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Reflection Days – A Journey of Faith, Identity and Growth

News Blog

Reflection Days at Santa Maria College help students explore faith, identity, relationships and purpose in age-appropriate ways. Years 7, 8 and 11 students engage in reflection, discussion and activities focused on personal growth, social justice and leadership through service. These experiences support spiritual, emotional and personal development throughout their school journey.

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Winter Appeal Brings Comfort, Dignity and Hope

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The Santa Maria College Winter Appeal supports local organisations assisting people experiencing hardship during winter. Through donations from students, families, staff and alumni, the College community provided practical support to St Patrick’s Community Support Centre, St Vincent de Paul Society and The Shopfront, helping them meet growing demand for essential items and services while reinforcing the Mercy values of Compassion and Service.

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Ellie Vrankovich – Creating Change Through Compassion and Advocacy

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Class of 2024 graduate, Ellie was recognised as the Young Volunteer of WA for her work with Citizens Advice Bureau WA and Lightbulb Skills. While studying Law and Commerce, she created a Criminal Injuries Compensation Handbook to make legal processes more accessible for people navigating trauma. Ellie credits Santa Maria’s Service Learning program with inspiring her passion for volunteering, advocacy and community impact.

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Weekly Wrap Up – Term 2, Week 4

News Blog

This week at Santa Maria College, students took part in a wide range of creative, academic and co-curricular experiences. Highlights included fresh pasta making in Cook Ups, flower collages in Makers Studio, Years 7 and 8 Endzone Interhouse Games, a Year 9 Marine Science showcase for Year 5 students, and Year 11 ACCESS presentations exploring alternative career pathways. The week reflected strong student engagement, collaboration and leadership across the College.

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Expression of Interest – Explore8 Guest Speakers 2026

OGA Blog

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.

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Familly eating a meal

Why Family Meals Matter for Girls’ Wellbeing – Jennifer Oaten

Knowing Girls, News Blog, OGA Blog

Family meals can support girls’ wellbeing by strengthening connection, resilience and mental health. The article explains that shared meals are not mainly about food, but about creating regular, unhurried time for daughters to feel known, heard and part of the family. It encourages families to protect this rhythm during the holidays, when there is more room for meaningful conversation.

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