Strive9 gives Year 9 students the chance to turn the issues they care about into action, building confidence as researchers, advocates and changemakers. See how Pitch for Purpose challenged teams to support Australian charities, present their case and compete for real funding.
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Water became the starting point for something much bigger as Year 7 students explored justice, sustainability and shared responsibility through the SEEK7 emPOWER Project. See how their ideas, teamwork and creative thinking will come to life at the SEEK7 Exhibition on 24 June.
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Year 11 and 12 students stepped into workplaces across education, fitness, animal care, beauty and more, putting their skills into practice beyond the classroom. Their placements offered real insight into future pathways while building confidence, initiative and professionalism.
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A school Mother’s Day market gives students practical experience in entrepreneurship by guiding them through creating, marketing and selling their own products. At Santa Maria College, Women in Business students develop real-world skills such as communication, financial management and problem-solving while running their own stalls. This hands-on learning builds confidence and prepares students for future pathways beyond school.
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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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Ever wished you could go back to school? At Santa Maria, students are not just learning hey are diving into real-world experiences, tackling AI and climate change, and building the skills they need for the future. Here is a glimpse into a term that has redefined what education can be.
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